Director of Nursing

Ivy at Gastonia is looking for a Director of Nursing for a caring, compassionate, and patient-focused skilled nursing facility. Our client is a small skilled nursing facility in Charlotte Area seeking a leader to transform their quality of care. We are seeking a nursing leader who can build up a team, lead them to success, and provide high quality care to the facility residents. Potential candidates should posses proven experience in leading teams of RNs, LPNs, and CNAs.

• Control nursing budgets and monitor the department's expenditures.
• Set objectives and long term goals for the nursing department.
• Develop, coordinate, and organize admissions, nursing, and patient care policies and procedures.
• Develop, direct, and empower all nursing personnel (RNs, LPNs, MTs, and CNAs)
• Hire, terminate, and build a strong nursing staff.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team and professionals to streamline operations.
• Serves as a clinical resource and foster a positive work environment that supports and motivates the clinical team.
• Develop and implement new company policies and programs regarding best clinical practices and resident care plans.
• Maintain a high level of clinical competency, including on-going awareness of clinical best practices to align regulatory requirements and organizations strategic plans.

• Proven experience as a Director of Nursing.
• Working knowledge of local, state, and federal laws regarding skilled nursing.
• Experience building a team of hard working and trustworthy healthcare professionals.
• Great communication skills with team members and family members.
• Excellent communicator with ability to handle concurrent tasks and responsibilities.
• Strong ability to lead and develop your team.
• 5 years of RN experience (required)
• 2 years of DON Experience (required)

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Savings

Gastonia, NC