Director of Nursing (DON)- Monday-Friday

Collage Rehab; Covington, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401(k) plan

Tuition assistance

Leadership retreats

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

ReMed, A Collage Rehabilitation Partner in Covington, LA is seeking an experienced Director of Nursing (DON) to lead our nursing team within a collaborative rehabilitation model for brain injury and spinal cord injury patients.

The DON will provide clinical leadership, oversee care plans, and work with therapists, physicians, and direct care staff to ensure high-quality health outcomes and seamless patient experience across inpatient and home-based care. Full-time, Monday–Friday.

Qualifications

• BSN required; MSN preferred.
• Minimum five years in clinical leadership or nursing management.
• Experience in rehabilitation care for brain or spinal injuries preferred.
• Active RN license in good standing.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Direct overall nursing care activities and medical oversight.
• Conduct client assessments and establish care plans.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to set rehab goals.
• Supervise LPNs and direct care nursing staff.
• Oversee medical documentation and care plans.
• Assist with admissions and discharge planning.
• Participate in rotating on-call schedule.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Team coordination

Staff development

Rehabilitation care

CMA training

Education

BSN

MSN preferred

Job description

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Director of Nursing (DON)- Monday-Friday

Full Time M3 - Management Covington, LA, US

Director of Nursing – Adult Neurorehabilitation

Location: Covington, LA

Company: ReMed, A Collage Rehabilitation Partner

Employment Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Monday-Friday

Ready to make a meaningful impact? Join a dynamic organization that provides exceptional neurological rehabilitation to adults with brain injuries.

For over 35 years, Collage Rehabilitation Partners has partnered with patients, families, and funders across the country to move lives forward. Known by our trusted names across the country—Learning Services, ReMed, Tree of Life, Collage Home & Community Rehabilitation Partners, and Collage Nursing & Homecare Partners—we are one unified company on a single mission: delivering specialized, expert neurorehabilitation from inpatient facilities to home-based care. Same exceptional care, same dedicated teams—fully connected.

Step into a career and join a team whose mission is to move lives forward every day!!

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Director of Nursing (DON) to lead our nursing team and direct professional services within a collaborative, interdisciplinary rehabilitation model for our Covington, LA programs.

In this role, you will provide critical clinical leadership and oversight to ensure the highest standards of health, medical stability, and overall wellness for our residential clients. Working closely with physical therapists, occupational therapists, physicians, and direct care staff, you will oversee care plans for individuals recovering from catastrophic injuries and complex conditions—helping them regain independence and achieve their rehabilitation goals.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Leadership & Medical Oversight

• Direct overall nursing care activities and medical oversight to address routine and acute client needs promptly.
• Conduct comprehensive client assessments, analyze diagnostic data, and establish evidence-based plans of care.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary treatment team to set, monitor, and adjust client rehabilitation goals.
• Supervise, direct, and evaluate the clinical practice of LPNs and direct care nursing staff.
• Oversee comprehensive medical documentation, including care plans, progress notes, and medication administration records.
• Assist with client admissions and discharge planning, ensuring families and outpatient caregivers are thoroughly educated.
• Participate in a rotating on-call schedule to provide clinical guidance and emergency oversight outside standard business hours.

Staff Development & Education

• Teach and certify direct care staff through Certified Medication Assistance (CMA) training programs.
• Lead orientation and ongoing staff training on critical health and medical topics.
• Serve as a preceptor, mentor, and clinical consultant for nurses and interdisciplinary team members.
• Act as an educational resource for clients, families, and external provider teams.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required; Master’s Degree in Nursing (MSN) or related clinical discipline preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of five (5) years of progressive experience in clinical leadership, advanced nursing practice, or nursing management.
• Specialty Experience: Background in rehabilitation care for catastrophically or chronically ill/injured individuals—specifically brain injury (TBI) and spinal cord injury (SCI)—is highly preferred.
• Licensure & Compliance: Active RN license in good standing. Must strictly comply with state regulations and professional nursing standards.
• Operational Requirements: Valid driver’s license with a record of responsible driving and ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Benefits & Compensation

• Healthcare: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• Retirement & Security: 401(k) plan and short/long-term disability options.
• Professional Growth: Tuition Assistance programs, continuing education support, and leadership retreats.
• Incentives: Employee Referral Bonus program.

Collage Rehabilitation Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer.