Regional Director of Nursing

Nursing Home Company

Job Description

The Regional Director of Nursing (DON) provides clinical leadership and operational oversight for multiple Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) across New Jersey. This role ensures consistent delivery of high-quality resident care, regulatory compliance with NJ Department of Health requirements, CMS standards, and organizational performance goals.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee and support Directors of Nursing across multiple SNF facilities in New Jersey
Ensure compliance with NJDOH regulations , CMS guidelines, and facility policies
Conduct regular site visits, audits, and clinical performance evaluations
Drive quality improvement initiatives and ensure strong clinical outcomes
Lead survey preparedness and support facilities during NJDOH/CMS surveys
Analyze clinical metrics (falls, pressure injuries, infections, hospitalizations)
Provide coaching, mentoring, and performance management for DONs and nursing teams
Support recruitment, onboarding, and retention of clinical leadership
Collaborate with administrators and interdisciplinary teams to improve resident care
Ensure adherence to infection control and risk management programs

Qualifications:

Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in New Jersey (or eligible for reciprocity)
BSN required; MSN preferred
Minimum 5–7 years of leadership experience in SNF/LTC settings
Prior multi-site or regional nursing leadership experience strongly preferred
Strong knowledge of NJDOH regulations and CMS survey process
Proven ability to lead and manage multiple facilities
Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills
Willingness to travel throughout New Jersey (and occasionally nearby regions)

Preferred Skills:

Strong background in clinical quality improvement and regulatory compliance
Experience with long-term care EMR systems
Ability to manage competing priorities across multiple facilities
Strong coaching and staff development skills

Work Location: In person

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