Director Registered Nurse (RN) - Long Term Care (LTC) Long Term Care
Medical Solutions Direct Hire
Ludowici, GA
5x8 hrs, Days

Director of Nursing – Long-Term Care (108-Bed Facility)

Employment Type:
Full-Time | Direct Hire

Position Overview

The Director of Nursing (DON) is responsible for planning, organizing, and directing all nursing services within a 108-bed long-term care facility that includes both rehabilitation and specialty memory care units. This leadership role ensures the delivery of high-quality, resident-centered care while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. The DON provides clinical and operational oversight for the nursing department and plays a key role in quality improvement, staff development, and regulatory readiness.

Shift Details

Full-time leadership role
Schedule aligned with operational and regulatory needs of the facility

Compensation & Incentives

Competitive salary based on experience
Comprehensive benefits package

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and direct daily nursing operations for long-term care, rehabilitation, and specialty dementia/Alzheimer’s care units
• Provide leadership and oversight to approximately 75 direct reports
• Ensure compliance with accreditation standards and all federal, state, and local regulations
• Develop, implement, and enforce nursing policies, procedures, and clinical standards
• Lead staffing, scheduling, performance management, and staff development initiatives
• Promote safe, efficient, and high-quality nursing care for adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations
• Collaborate with facility leadership and interdisciplinary teams to improve clinical outcomes
• Oversee quality assurance, infection control, and continuous improvement efforts
• Maintain accountability for clinical documentation, nursing practice standards, and regulatory preparedness

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Registered Nurse program required
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Georgia
• BLS certification required
• Long-term care management experience required
• DON or ADON experience required
• Preferred: Minimum of 5 years of Director of Nursing experience in a long-term care setting
• Strong clinical judgment, leadership, and organizational skills
• Working knowledge of the nursing process and regulatory requirements
• Basic computer proficiency

Why This Opportunity

• Leadership role within a stable 108-bed long-term care facility
• Oversight of both rehabilitation and specialty memory care services
• Opportunity to lead, mentor, and influence nursing practice at a senior level
• Collaborative leadership environment with direct reporting to the Long-Term Care Administrator

Location Highlights

Coastal community offering a relaxed lifestyle with access to outdoor recreation, dining, and coastal amenities

Job Type

Full-time

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan options
Additional benefits available

Work Location

On-site