Cedar Ridge Inn
At Cedar Ridge Inn, joining our team means more than accepting a leadership position—it means becoming part of an organization committed to clinical excellence, resident-centered care, employee development, and operational accountability.
As Director of Nursing, you will have the opportunity to lead a dedicated clinical team while directly influencing resident outcomes, staff development, regulatory compliance, and the overall quality of care delivered throughout our community.
✔ Supportive, team-oriented leadership environment
✔ Opportunities for professional growth and development
✔ Leadership that values accountability, collaboration, and staff input
✔ Opportunity to develop and mentor nursing professionals
✔ Meaningful work where your leadership directly impacts resident care
Cedar Ridge Inn is seeking an experienced, compassionate, and results-driven Director of Nursing (DON) to provide strategic and clinical leadership for our nursing department.
The Director of Nursing is responsible for the overall management, coordination, and performance of nursing services, including resident care, clinical outcomes, staffing, regulatory compliance, infection prevention, quality assurance, employee development, and survey readiness.
As a key member of the facility leadership team, the DON will work closely with the Nursing Home Administrator, Medical Director, physicians, nursing leadership, MDS team, therapy, social services, dietary, pharmacy, and other interdisciplinary partners to ensure residents receive high-quality, individualized care.
The successful candidate will be a visible clinical leader who establishes clear expectations, develops nursing staff, promotes accountability, and maintains a culture focused on resident safety, dignity, compliance, and continuous improvement.
Clinical Leadership & Resident Care
Provide overall leadership, direction, and oversight of nursing services throughout the facility
Ensure nursing care is delivered in accordance with individualized care plans, physician orders, professional standards, and facility policies
Conduct clinical rounds and maintain a visible leadership presence throughout resident care areas
Monitor resident conditions, clinical outcomes, hospitalizations, falls, wounds, infections, weight changes, medication concerns, and other clinical indicators
Ensure significant changes in resident condition are identified, documented, communicated, and addressed promptly
Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, pharmacy, therapy, and interdisciplinary team members to promote positive resident outcomes
Review clinical documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness, timeliness, and regulatory compliance
Promote resident-centered care that protects dignity, choice, safety, and quality of life
Nursing Leadership & Staff Development
Lead, supervise, mentor, and develop nursing leadership, RNs, LPNs/LVNs, CNAs, medication aides, and other nursing personnel
Participate in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, orientation, training, and retention initiatives for nursing staff
Establish clear performance expectations and maintain accountability throughout the nursing department
Provide coaching, counseling, performance management, and corrective action when necessary in collaboration with Human Resources
Conduct or support employee performance evaluations and professional development planning
Ensure nursing staff maintain required licenses, certifications, competencies, education, and training
Promote effective communication and teamwork between shifts, departments, and disciplines
Support ongoing education and competency development to strengthen clinical performance and resident outcomes
Staffing & Workforce Management
Oversee nursing schedules and staffing practices to maintain appropriate coverage based on resident acuity, census, care needs, and applicable regulatory requirements
Monitor nursing hours, overtime, agency utilization, attendance, call-offs, and staffing trends
Partner with Human Resources and facility leadership to address recruitment, retention, scheduling, and workforce concerns
Ensure appropriate assignment and delegation of nursing responsibilities according to licensure, competency, and scope of practice
Maintain appropriate staffing documentation and support required nursing staffing reporting processes
Regulatory Compliance & Survey Readiness
Maintain comprehensive knowledge of CMS requirements and applicable federal, state, and local regulations governing skilled nursing and long-term care
Maintain continuous survey readiness throughout the nursing department
Ensure nursing practices comply with facility policies, professional standards, resident rights requirements, and applicable regulations
Participate in regulatory surveys, complaint investigations, audits, plans of correction, and follow-up activities
Identify potential compliance risks and implement corrective actions before they negatively impact resident care or regulatory performance
Ensure allegations, incidents, accidents, grievances, and changes in condition are appropriately investigated, documented, reported, and addressed
Collaborate with facility leadership to maintain an effective compliance and quality-focused environment
Quality Assurance & Performance Improvement
Participate actively in the facility's Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program
Review clinical trends, quality measures, incidents, rehospitalizations, infections, falls, wounds, medication errors, and other performance indicators
Develop and implement performance improvement initiatives based on identified clinical risks and trends
Participate in root-cause analysis and development of corrective action plans
Monitor effectiveness of interventions and modify processes when necessary
Collaborate with interdisciplinary leaders to improve resident outcomes and overall facility performance
MDS, Care Planning & Clinical Documentation
Collaborate with the MDS/RAI team to support accurate resident assessments, care planning, documentation, and reimbursement processes
Ensure nursing documentation accurately reflects resident conditions, services provided, and clinical interventions
Participate in interdisciplinary care planning and ensure nursing interventions align with identified resident needs
Support timely completion of assessments and required clinical documentation
Promote documentation practices that support quality outcomes, regulatory compliance, and appropriate reimbursement
Infection Prevention & Resident Safety
Collaborate with the Infection Preventionist to maintain an effective Infection Prevention and Control Program
Monitor infection trends, antibiotic utilization, isolation precautions, immunization practices, and infection prevention compliance
Promote appropriate hand hygiene, PPE utilization, transmission-based precautions, and environmental safety practices
Support outbreak prevention, investigation, response, and required reporting
Maintain a culture focused on resident safety, emergency preparedness, and risk reduction
Graduate of an accredited nursing program
Current, active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing in the applicable state
Director of Nursing, Assistant Director of Nursing, Unit Manager, or comparable nursing leadership experience in skilled nursing or long-term care strongly preferred
Strong understanding of CMS requirements and skilled nursing regulatory standards
Knowledge of MDS/RAI processes, care planning, QAPI, infection prevention, survey readiness, and clinical documentation
Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, develop, and hold nursing teams accountable
Strong clinical assessment, critical-thinking, and decision-making abilities
Excellent organizational and time-management skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to effectively communicate with residents, families, physicians, employees, regulators, and interdisciplinary team members
Experience utilizing electronic medical records and healthcare information systems
Ability to manage multiple clinical and operational priorities in a fast-paced environment
Commitment to compassionate, resident-centered care and clinical excellence
Competitive compensation
401(k) retirement plan
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Employee Referral Bonus Program
Continuing education and professional development opportunities
Leadership development opportunities
Supportive and collaborative work environment
At Cedar Ridge Inn, we understand that strong clinical outcomes begin with strong leadership. We are committed to supporting the continued professional development of our nursing leaders through education, mentorship, collaboration, and opportunities for advancement.
As Director of Nursing, you will have the opportunity to develop your team, strengthen clinical systems, improve resident outcomes, and make a lasting impact on the culture and performance of the organization.
Cedar Ridge Inn is committed to providing exceptional skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and long-term care services in an environment centered on compassion, dignity, respect, and clinical excellence.
Our residents are at the center of everything we do. We believe exceptional care requires engaged leadership, accountable teams, strong clinical systems, and employees who understand the importance of making every resident feel genuinely cared for.
We foster a workplace where team members are respected, supported, developed, and empowered to succeed professionally and personally.
If you are an experienced nursing leader who is passionate about developing strong clinical teams, achieving excellent resident outcomes, and maintaining the highest standards of skilled nursing care, we encourage you to apply.
Join Cedar Ridge Inn and lead a nursing team where your experience, leadership, and commitment to excellence can make a meaningful difference every day.
Cedar Ridge Inn is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Cedar Ridge Inn is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and hiring process. Applicants requiring assistance should contact Human Resources.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move throughout the facility for extended periods
Ability to conduct clinical rounds and respond promptly to resident and staff needs
Ability to assist with resident transfers, repositioning, and emergency care when clinically necessary
Ability to lift, push, pull, or move equipment and supplies consistent with nursing responsibilities
Ability to respond effectively to clinical emergencies and changing resident conditions
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation
