Director of Nursing

Lutheran Services Carolinas (LSC) is a nonprofit organization providing highquality Senior Services across North Carolina. Through senior living communities healthcare and supportive services LSC is committed to personcentered care that promotes dignity wellbeing and abundant living for older adults. We value compassion integrity excellence collaboration and respect and foster a supportive environment where teammates can grow and make a meaningful impact.

One of LSCs senior living communities Trinity Elm HR is seeking a full-time Director of Nursing to provide clinical leadership and support exceptional care for residents as part of our missiondriven Senior Services network.

Role Description

The Director of Nursing will oversee nursing operations ensure regulatory compliance and implement best practices in patient care. Responsibilities include managing a team of nursing staff coordinating care plans for individuals ensuring infection control procedures are in place and maintaining high-quality standards in long-term care settings. This role also requires collaboration with healthcare professionals to meet the medical and emotional needs of clients under LSCs care.

• Assign and delegate responsibilities appropriately within the department.
• Collaborate in reviewing and updating policies and procedures.
• Develop a master staffing plan to fulfil departmental objectives and uphold nursing care standards.
• Prepare and recommend departmental budgets; assess requirements for facilities supplies and equipment; implement systems for evaluation and control.
• Design implement and evaluate programs for nursing personnel.
• Establish benchmarks for assessing the quality and quantity of nursing care provided.
• Oversee in-service training initiatives and opportunities for nursing staff development.
• Coordinate with administrative and other departmental staff to plan resident services.
• Maintain accurate systems for records and reporting.
• Liaise with educational institutions to facilitate clinical training and learning experiences.
• Represent the nursing department in institutional corporate and community committee meetings.
• Provide administrative reports regarding nursing care status.
• Serve as the primary contact between medical personnel and the nursing department.
• Ensure the availability of emergency medications and equipment.
• Administer disciplinary actions when necessary in accordance with policy.
• Carry out monthly and quarterly quality assurance checks using established performance improvement processes.
• Undertake on-call responsibilities as required.

• $10000 sign-on bonus paid over 2 years
• Full-time salaried (MondayFriday) with on-call rotation
• Benefits eligibility after just 30 days including:
  • Medical dental and vision coverage
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Retirement plan options
• Free medical insurance option with $0 premium available

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in Nursing Nursing Management and Long-term Care/Geriatric nursing
• Knowledge of Medicine including patient care standards and practices
• Proficiency in developing and implementing Infection Control protocols
• Exceptional leadership organizational and communication skills
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the relevant jurisdiction
• Degree in Nursing or graduated from an accredited school of nursing
• Prior experience in long-term care or healthcare management is desirable