The Cedars of Chapel Hill
Nursing Home · Chapel Hill, NC
On the floor
What the day-to-day looks like
- Setting
- Nursing Home
Benefits
The organization describes team members as its greatest resource and emphasizes a commitment to rewarding careers.
The city
Living in Chapel Hill, NC
Home to UNC Medical Center and the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill blends college-town energy with Southern charm. Franklin Street anchors the social scene with shops and eateries, while the surrounding Piedmont offers leafy, rolling terrain. It's a tight-knit, educated community ideal for nurses seeking a vibrant yet relaxed pace.
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- Metro price level · Chapel Hill area
- 2% below the national average
- BEA index 97.6 (100 = national)
- Median gross rent
- $1,613/mo
- rent and tenant-paid utilities
- Median household income
- $85,989/yr
- all local households, not nurse pay
U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024
Who they are
The Cedars of Chapel Hill is a Life Plan Community (Continuing Care Retirement Community) located in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, serving over 400 Members (residents).
- Nursing Home · Chapel Hill
More about The Cedars of Chapel Hill
The community is nationally recognized for its high standards and dedication to the health, happiness, and well-being of its Members. It offers a continuum of care including independent living, home care services, and skilled nursing through the DuBose Health Center. For nursing professionals, The Cedars provides opportunities in roles such as Home Care CNA, Licensed Practical Nurse, Charge Nurse, and Nursing Assistant, with both PRN and scheduled shift options available. The organization emphasizes delivering high-quality care with a personal touch and encourages Members to enjoy life to the fullest. Nursing staff function under the direction of RN Case Managers, Nursing Supervisors, or the Director of Nursing, depending on the care setting. The work involves routine nursing duties, activities of daily living assistance, and physical tasks such as lifting, transferring, and transporting adult clients.
The Cedars of Chapel Hill is guided by a commitment to collaboration, excellence, and making a positive impact on the lives of seniors and their families. The organization's 'Extraordinary Impressions' philosophy emphasizes showing compassion through empathy and sympathy in all interactions, and growing connections by using resources, knowledge, and compassion to cultivate trusting relationships. Team members are described as the community's greatest resource, and the organization seeks individuals who share its commitment to quality care for seniors.
Working here
Culture and working life
What to consider
On Indeed, The Cedars of Chapel Hill holds a 4.4 out of 5 overall rating based on 50 employee reviews. Detailed ratings include: Work-life balance 4.4/5, Pay and benefits 4.2/5, Job security and advancement 4.0/5, Management 4.1/5, and Culture 4.3/5. Employees highlighted the ability to meet personal goals, a clear sense of purpose, and a feeling of personal appreciation as top positives. Job titles represented in reviews include Nursing Assistant, Licensed Practical Nurse, and Charge Nurse. A Glassdoor review from a CNA was titled 'Great Place to work,' further reinforcing the positive sentiment. The lowest-rated category was job security and advancement at 4.0/5, though this remains above average.
The good
- High overall employee satisfaction with a 4.4/5 rating on Indeed across 50 reviews
- Strong work-life balance rated 4.4/5 by employees
- Positive workplace culture rated 4.3/5 with employees citing a clear sense of purpose
- Employees report feeling personally appreciated
- Good pay and benefits rated 4.2/5
- Nationally recognized Life Plan Community with high standards
The hard parts
- Job security and advancement is the lowest-rated category at 4.0/5, suggesting limited career growth opportunities
- PRN positions may lack full-time benefits and scheduling predictability
- Physical demands including lifting, transferring, and transporting adult clients
- Smaller community setting may offer fewer specialization or advancement pathways than larger hospital systems
The reality check
Before you decide
Quick facts
- Relationship
- Direct employer
- Roles last seen active
- Jul 17, 2026
- Website
- cedarsofchapelhill.com ↗
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