National HealthCare Corporation (NHC)

NHC provides a comprehensive continuum of care encompassing skilled nursing, assisted living, independent living, homecare, hospice, memory care, geriatric psych acute care, pharmacy, and rehabilitation services. The organization refers to its employees as 'partners' and emphasizes a family-oriented, team-based atmosphere. At NHC HealthCare Charleston, nurses work in an environment focused on geriatric and senior care, with opportunities to build lasting relationships with patients and their families. NHC is publicly traded and led by CEO Stephen Flatt. The Charleston facility seeks RNs who are passionate about the geriatric population and values clinical competency, leadership, communication skills, and adherence to integrated nursing standards. NHC promotes from within and welcomes new graduates. It should be noted that specific salary data referenced in job postings ($30–$40/hour) originates from NHC's Springfield, MO facility and may not precisely reflect Charleston-area compensation.

NHC's mission is to be the senior care leader in customer, partner, and investor satisfaction. Their motto is 'Care is our business,' and their vision is 'Caring in a Better Way, Day by Day.' Their values center on care that respects the individual, promotes recovery, well-being, and independence, and seeks to meet all standards of quality. The organization emphasizes commitment, teamwork, and treating all partners and associates with respect.