Director of Nursing

You’ve led a nursing department before. Now lead one where residents are part of a whole community.

At Galloway Ridge, our residents live in a continuing care retirement community, where people move through independent living, assisted living and skilled nursing over years, not weeks. Our Arbor nursing team cares for them through those changes, often knowing them and their families long before they need us most. We’re looking for an experienced Director of Nursing who knows what that kind of continuity asks of a team, and who leads from the floor, not just from the office.

The best nurses on our team will follow your lead because they’ve seen you do the work: rounding with them, answering a family’s hard question with patience, holding the line on infection control, and treating every resident with dignity. If that’s how you already lead, we’d like to meet you.

What You'll Do

Direct the day-to-day operations of the Arbor Nursing Department and supervise all nursing staff, in line with state and federal regulations.

Set and advocate for staffing levels that support high-quality care, and oversee staffing and scheduling across all areas.

Work with the Director of Arbor Operations / Administrator on short- and long-term nursing goals, including the nursing budget.

Build a strong team with Human Resources through recruitment, retention, training, onboarding and performance management.

Lead quality improvement through QA rounds, audits and action plans, and serve as clinical lead with the Infection Control Coordinator on Antibiotic Stewardship, QAPI and the Risk Committee.

Review resident incidents and concerns daily, report promptly to the Administrator and state agency as required, and take part in investigations of any allegation of abuse, neglect or misappropriation.

Make sure health records are accurate and compliant on admission and transfer, working with the Medical Records Manager.

Collaborate with physicians, consultants, the interdisciplinary team and community agencies to solve problems and raise the standard of care.

Be a visible, welcoming presence for residents and families, and lead by our core values every day.

Requirements

• Experience as a Director of Nursing.
• Current, unrestricted RN license in North Carolina.

Seven to ten years of nursing experience, ideally with older adults, with long-term care (skilled nursing or assisted living) experience preferred. Experience in a CCRC or a similar multi-level senior living setting is a strong plus.

Supervisory and budget experience (required).

Solid grounding in nursing principles and working knowledge of LTC regulations, infection control and MDS, or the drive to master them quickly.

A leadership style built on example: you coach, you show up, and you hold yourself to the standard you ask of others.

Clear, courteous communication with staff, residents and families, strong writing skills and computer proficiency.

Why Galloway Ridge?

We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and benefits that help you thrive:

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education opportunities
• Employee wellness programs and on-site fitness center access
• A collaborative culture built on caring, empowerment, integrity, and commitment

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