Director of Nursing

Sevita
Carbondale, IL

NeuroRestorative, a part of the Sevita family, provides rehabilitation services for people of all ages with brain, spinal cord and medically complex injuries, illnesses and other challenges. In a variety of locations and community-based settings, we offer a range of programs, including vocational and therapy programs, day treatments, and specialized services for infants, children, adolescents, Military Service Members and Veterans.

Director of Nursing / D.O.N.

Sign On Bonus - $5,000

  • Carbondale, IL
  • NeuroRestorative Adolescent facility located on North Reed Station Road
  • Full Time
  • Salary - $90,000
  • Full Benefits (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Personal)
  • Holiday Pay
  • 401k
  • Pay on Demand

Do you have experience in nursing and want to work for a company that actively impacts the lives of those it serves? In the role of Director of Nursing, improve and sustain the superior performance of the facility as evidenced by quality outcomes and financial returns.

  • Plan and organize the daily functions of the facility.
  • Available 24/7 by phone, unless another qualified RN has been scheduled to be available.
  • Manage financial responsibility within budgetary guidelines.
  • Complete pre‐admission resident evaluations at their current place of care.
  • Participate in the development and updating of the interdisciplinary plan of care.
  • Ensure compliance with all regulatory guidelines, licensing requirements, and all company policies and procedures.
  • Responsible for hiring, training, evaluating, providing corrective action, and terminating staff.
  • Maintain staffing levels within regulations and budgetary guidelines.
  • Knowledge of case management to include:
    • Admission process and resident business files.
    • Resident funding
    • Additional funding resources.
    • Discharge planning
    • Interdisciplinary team conferences.
  • Ensure that all Safety Policies and Procedures are followed at all times, including timely completion and submission of all incident and accident reports.
  • Ultimately responsible for assuring that all resident and staff records are kept complete, organized, and confidential. Initiate and manage emergency procedures.
  • Manage Licensed Independent Practitioners (LIP), Independent Contractors, and vendor services.
  • Manage the Performance Improvement Program.
  • Provide and manage Continuing Education Program.
  • Perform other related duties and activities as required by VP of Operations.
  • Lead and manage all operations of the facility.

Qualifications:

  • Preferably three years of experience working with medically complex individuals.
  • Preferably one year of experience in a leadership/management role.
  • Current state RN license.
  • Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task to meet deadlines.
  • Effective communication skills to manage relationships.
  • Self-motivated and collaborative; a team player.

Physical Requirements:

Heavy Work. Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Why Join Us?

  • Rewarding, complex work adding value to the organization’s mission alongside a great team of co-workers.
  • Enjoy job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities.

We have meaningful work for you – come join our team – Apply Today!

Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face.

We’ve made this our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve all over the U.S.


As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Posted 2026-05-25

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