Director of Nursing

This is a 5 Star, Deficency Free Facility.New RNs can recieve up to $50k towaed student loans!Company Description Principle LTC is a North Carolina–based skilled nursing facility management company dedicated to delivering high-quality care across the long-term and post-acute care continuum. The organization supports the operational, clinical, and cultural success of 38 skilled nursing communities while fostering professional growth for the teams who serve in them. With an emphasis on operational clarity, compassionate service, and purposeful leadership, Principle LTC works to create environments where residents are well-supported and staff are empowered. The company continues to invest in its facilities through renovations and approved Certificate of Need projects, strengthening the communities it serves. Principle LTC’s family of services includes Cardinal Hospice Care, which focuses on comfort and dignity at end of life, and Principle Therapy Services, which provides outcomes-driven rehabilitation through licensed professionals in the skilled nursing setting.Role Description The Director of Nursing is a full-time, on-site leadership role located in the Greensboro–Winston-Salem–High Point Area, responsible for overseeing all clinical nursing operations within the skilled nursing facility. This role manages and supports nursing staff, ensuring high standards of resident care, regulatory compliance, and adherence to evidence-based clinical practices. Day-to-day responsibilities include supervising nursing teams, coordinating care plans with interdisciplinary partners, monitoring quality metrics, and implementing policies related to infection control, medication management, and long-term care practices. The Director of Nursing will participate in staff hiring, onboarding, scheduling, coaching, and performance evaluations, while fostering a positive, inclusive work culture focused on safety and resident-centered care. The role also involves engaging with residents, families, and external partners to address concerns, support care transitions, and promote continuous quality improvement.Qualifications Demonstrated proficiency in Nursing Management and leadership within a skilled nursing or long-term care setting.Strong clinical expertise in Nursing and Medicine, with the ability to guide and mentor nursing staff in best practices.Experience in Infection Control, including developing, implementing, and monitoring infection prevention protocols.In-depth knowledge of Long-term Care regulations, standards of practice, and resident-centered care models.Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of North Carolina (or eligibility for licensure).Prior experience as a Director of Nursing or Nurse Manager in a skilled nursing facility strongly preferred.Ability to interpret clinical data, lead quality improvement initiatives, and ensure regulatory and compliance readiness.Effective communication, collaboration, and conflict-resolution skills, with the ability to work inclusively with diverse teams and residents.Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced clinical environment.BSN or higher degree in Nursing preferred; relevant certifications in gerontology,