Director of Nursing

Director of Nursing

STGi is seeking qualified candidates for this position in connection with an active Request for Proposals (RFP). Hiring for this role is contingent upon STGi's selection as the successful awardee.

• Ensure that medical and nursing care are administered in accordance with the resident's wishes, including the implementation of advance directives.
• Ensure that residents receive individualized care that is culturally competent and based on resident preferences.
• Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct the nursing services department as well as its programs and activities in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the nursing care facilities.
• Collaborate with other health care professionals including consultants, government agencies, and advocacy groups in the development and support of resident care, administrative functions, and facility mission.
• Participate in the annual facility assessment.
• Develop, implement, and maintain an ongoing quality assurance and performance improvement (QAPI) program for the nursing services department.
• Monitor the nursing 24-hour and change of shift reports to ensure timely and effective responses to significant change in residents' condition, transfers, discharges, new restraints, unexplained injuries, falls, incidents, accidents, behavioral management episodes, and/or medication errors.
• Oversee the staff development program to ensure nursing team members have the tools, training, and resources to properly care for residents in accordance with facility policies and the resident assessment.
• Work with the Infection Preventionist to establish and maintain an infection prevention and control program designed to help prevent the development and transmission of communicable diseases and infections.
• Monitor medication passes and treatment schedules to ensure that medications are being administered as ordered and that treatments are provided as scheduled.
• Actively participate in the QAPI Committee providing leadership, identifying areas of non-compliance and developing a performance improvement plan.
• Participate in risk management and safety committees to mitigate risk factors for residents and staff.

• Current actively licensed Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of North Carolina.
• Knowledge and skills to provide age-appropriate care to residents.
• Minimum three (3) years of experience as a supervisor in a hospital, nursing care facility, or other related health care facility.
• Minimum six (6) months experience in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices.

• Bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited college or university.
• Clinician licensed in North Carolina in appropriate clinic field (e.g., Social Work Director, Psychology Director, Nursing Director).

• Works in office areas as well as throughout the facility and its premises.
• Subject to frequent interruptions.
• Involved with residents, family members, personnel, and visitors under all conditions/circumstances.
• Works beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary. On call 24 hours a day, 7 days per week.

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with company match and a generous PTO policy.

STGi is a committed Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.