VICE PRESIDENT OF OPERATIONS

Job Description
VICE PRESIDENT OF OPERATIONS - SKILLED NURSING

Multi-Site LeadershipNew Jersey, New York & Connecticut

Exceptional senior care begins with exceptional leadership.

Our confidential client is seeking an accomplished Vice President of Operations to provide strategic leadership and operational oversight across a portfolio of skilled nursing facilities throughout New Jersey, New York, and Connecticut. This executive leadership role is responsible for driving operational excellence, strengthening financial performance, developing high-performing leaders, and ensuring the delivery of outstanding resident care.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced multi-site healthcare executive who thrives in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment and is passionate about developing teams, improving outcomes, and leading organizational success.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Vice President of Operations serves as a key member of the executive leadership team, partnering closely with Division and Regional leadership to execute strategic initiatives that improve operational performance, financial results, regulatory compliance, and quality outcomes across multiple skilled nursing facilities.

The successful candidate will provide mentorship and support to Executive Directors and Administrators while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. This leader will be instrumental in advancing organizational growth while ensuring each facility delivers exceptional resident care and operational excellence.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight across multiple skilled nursing facilities.
• Partner with Division and Regional leadership to develop and execute long-term operational strategies that align with organizational goals.
• Support, mentor, and develop Executive Directors and Administrators to drive accountability, leadership growth, and operational success.
• Monitor operational and financial performance through key performance indicators (KPIs) and implement action plans to achieve desired outcomes.
• Collaborate on budgeting, financial planning, and P&L management to meet revenue, expense, and profitability goals.
• Lead operational improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, productivity, and organizational effectiveness.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations governing skilled nursing operations.
• Partner with clinical leadership to maintain exceptional quality outcomes, survey readiness, and regulatory compliance.
• Drive census growth through referral development, strategic partnerships, and community engagement.
• Foster strong collaboration between clinical, operational, financial, and support services.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and implement best practices across the region.
• Promote a culture focused on resident satisfaction, employee engagement, and operational excellence.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

The successful candidate will possess:

• Five or more years of senior leadership experience within skilled nursing or long-term care operations.
• Proven success overseeing multiple facilities or regional operations.
• Strong knowledge of skilled nursing regulations, survey processes, and compliance requirements.
• Extensive experience managing budgets, financial performance, and profit and loss (P&L).
• Demonstrated ability to lead organizational growth and operational improvement initiatives.
• Exceptional leadership, coaching, and team development skills.
• Strong strategic planning and operational execution abilities.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to analyze performance metrics and drive measurable results.
• Ability to successfully manage multiple priorities within a dynamic, multi-site environment.
• Commitment to delivering exceptional resident care while achieving operational excellence.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of five (5) years of leadership experience in skilled nursing or long-term care operations.
• Multi-site operational leadership experience required.
• Demonstrated experience managing financial performance, budgets, and P&L responsibility.
• Thorough understanding of state and federal skilled nursing regulations and survey processes.
• Proven track record of improving operational performance, quality outcomes, and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to travel throughout New Jersey, New York, and Connecticut as needed.

COMPENSATION

• Competitive executive base salary
• Performance-based bonus opportunity

BENEFITS

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

Lead Operations. Develop Leaders. Drive Results.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a proven healthcare executive who enjoys building strong teams, improving operational performance, and making a meaningful impact across multiple skilled nursing communities. If you are a strategic, hands-on leader with a passion for operational excellence and resident-centered care, we encourage you to explore this exciting executive leadership opportunity.