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
