Director of Nursing (DON)
Elite Connect
Job Description
Job Description
Director of Nursing (DON) – 5-Star Skilled Nursing & Subacute Rehab – Ocean County, NJ
A highly respected, CMS 5-star skilled nursing and rehabilitation center in Ocean County, NJ is seeking an accomplished Director of Nursing to lead its clinical team. This is a well-established campus with a decades-long reputation for quality care, consistent recognition from the New Jersey Department of Health, and a large, clinically sophisticated subacute program.
This is not a rebuild. You will step into a strong, fully supported nursing department with an ADON, a dedicated Infection Preventionist, and four Unit Managers already in place, so you can focus on leading, raising the bar, and protecting the outcomes this building is known for.
I consistently hear that leadership is supportive, and there is a warm, collaborative atmosphere across the campus.
What You'll Lead
- All nursing services across long-term care and a high-acuity subacute unit
- Clinical programs including IV therapy, tracheostomy and pulmonary care, wound care, enteral feeding, and trauma rehabilitation
- Rehospitalization prevention
- Survey readiness, regulatory compliance, and QAPI
- CMS quality measures and continued 5-star performance
- Retention, and development of the nursing team
What We're Looking For
- Active New Jersey RN license (or eligibility for NJ licensure)
- Extensive experience as a Director of Nursing in a skilled nursing facility
- A proven record of long, consistent tenure in DON roles
- A track record of low rehospitalization rates and strong survey results
- Experience leading a large subacute or short-term rehab program
- A visible, steady leadership style that nurses trust and want to follow
- BSN or MSN preferred; RAC-CT, DNS-CT, or wound certification a plus
What's Offered
- Very competitive salary
- Performance bonus programs
- Private accommodations close to campus available for periodic stays, as desired
- A strong, stable leadership team and a building with a reputation worth protectin
- A highly supportive regional clinical and operations team prepared to support you and the facility in reaching all goals.
All inquiries are strictly confidential. Apply here or schedule a confidential conversation directly: We will be happy to answer any quetions you have.
This search is being conducted by EliteConnect, a boutique healthcare executive search firm.
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