Director, Post Acute Nursing

Director, Post Acute Nursing

Job Type: Full Time | Days

Location: Person Memorial Hospital, Roxboro, NC

Who We Are:

At Person Memorial Hospital, we value people and strive to create an environment where individuals are recognized for who they are, not just what they can do. Our community facility boasts 68 beds and offers a range of specialties, including orthopedics, cardiology, general surgery, and emergency medicine. We also have a skilled nursing facility, imaging and laboratory services, and other subspecialty care options.

Where We Are:

Roxboro is north of the busy urban areas of Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill. The town is known for its serene rural landscapes, pleasant climate, and warm small-town hospitality. Surrounded by beautiful hills, lush forests, and farmlands, Roxboro offers a relaxed lifestyle with excellent educational facilities, affordable tax rates, quality healthcare, and various recreational activities.

Connect with Our Recruiting Specialist

Text Angie AbouZied at or email at: if interested or you would like more information.

What We Offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• PTO Cash-Out Options
• PTO Donation Program – support for colleagues facing critical needs
• Employee Assistance Program – resources for mental, physical, and financial wellness
• Robust Employee Recognition Programs
• FREE Parking more—because your experience matters to us.

Position Summary

The Director of Nursing is directly accountable for all patient care activities performed within the facility on a 24-hour basis. Provides direction, supervision, and evaluation of all patient care. Organizes and implements management systems, facility policies, procedures, and programs. Coordinates Nursing Service activities with facility administration, community agencies, physician, families, consultant personnel, and ancillary service personnel. Assumes responsibility for nursing service compliance to federal, state, and local regulations. Performs other work of the department and is responsible for assigned sections on a 24-hour basis.

Reports to: Extended Care Unit Administrator

Responsibilities of the Position

• Assesses the resident's condition and nursing care needs; plans care and defines appropriate nursing interventions to meet those plans of care and the physical, psychological, social and rehabilitative needs of the resident, including discharge planning.
• Develops individualized nursing care plans for assigned residents.
• Implements care plans and makes revisions accordingly.
• Evaluates resident care outcomes.
• Collaborates with physicians and other members of the health care team.
• Coordinates resident care, admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Defines the mission for the department and shares the corporate vision with assigned staff.
• Directs operations and administration of the department under the general guidance of the facility Administrator.
• Develops and directs assigned personnel in the performance of their duties and responsibilities.
• Communicates, coordinates and/or collaborates with Administrator, other staff and management personnel, physicians, peers, outside officials, vendors, and consultants with regard to departmental and corporate activities and issues.
• Oversees the procurement, sets up, use and/or maintenance of equipment, supplies and work areas.
• Oversees/maintains skill competences and assumes responsibility for professional development and on-going education.
• Other tasks and duties as assigned.

Minimum Education

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Associate degree in Nursing is required.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing is preferred.

Certifications/Licenses

• Active and valid Registered Nurse (RN) license is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) is required through the American Heart Association is required within 30 days of hire.

Required Skills

• Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Two to three years of professional nursing experience with one year in supervisory experience is required.
• Knowledge of State and Federal regulations in Nursing Homes is preferred.
• The employee must have the ability to understand, communicate and react effectively to the unique needs of long-term care patients and families.

EEOC Statement

Person Memorial Hospital ensures all job applicants and employees have equal employment opportunities. We comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against an employee or job applicant based on factors such as color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran

We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.

Salary : $104,000 - $156,000