Director of Nursing (DON) — Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation

Jacksonville, North Carolina | Permanent, Full-Time

Salary: $110,000–$125,000 annually, based on experience

LeaderStat Executive Search is partnering with an established senior healthcare organization seeking an experienced Director of Nursing (DON) to lead clinical operations at a 120-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in Jacksonville, NC.

This opportunity is ideal for a hands-on nursing leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys building strong teams, and wants to make a meaningful impact on resident care and organizational stability.

The Opportunity

  • Lead nursing operations for a skilled nursing community with a substantial short-term rehabilitation population.

  • Strengthen nursing team engagement, retention, and clinical leadership.

  • Oversee quality initiatives, regulatory compliance, and survey readiness.

  • Collaborate with regional leadership and facility administration to promote consistent, high-quality resident care.

  • Help establish long-term leadership stability in an organization committed to improving outcomes.

Qualifications

  • Active RN license valid for practice in North Carolina.

  • Previous nursing leadership experience in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting.

  • Demonstrated experience managing clinical teams, staffing challenges, and regulatory compliance.

  • Strong communication, mentoring, and organizational skills.

  • Prior Director of Nursing experience strongly preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Annual base salary: $110,000–$125,000, depending on qualifications.

  • Quarterly performance-based bonus opportunity, subject to plan criteria.

  • Benefits package details available during the interview process.

Interested in Learning More?

If you're an experienced nursing leader exploring your next career opportunity, we'd welcome a confidential conversation.

Contact LeaderStat Executive Search to learn more about this opportunity at srico@leaderstat.com 
 

LeaderStat is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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