Regional Director of Nursing, RN

Skilled nursing facility City of Orange, NJ 07051, US

A large healthcare company is looking for a Regional Director of Nursing for the South Jersey region. We're not just a workplace; we're a community driven by excellence. We take immense pride in what sets us apart - our exceptional leadership, a warm and friendly work environment, and a reputation that we've worked hard to earn. If you're ready for a rewarding career experience, your journey begins here! If you would like to join a fabulous team of healthcare professionals, this job may be for you!

Regional Director of Nursing Duties and Responsibilities:

Clinical Compliance Resource

Provide guidance to administrators and DONs re. regulatory / compliance questions and concerns
Assist with policy / procedure development, updates, and implementation
Conduct compliance rounds during on-site visits and share feedback with admin/DON
Provide education to nursing leadership staff re. best practices, regulations, etc.
Review all significant incidents (reportable, falls with injury, potential law suits, etc.) to ensure appropriate actions have been taken and supporting documentation is in place
Advise admins regarding threshold for reporting events to DOH on case-by-case basis

Collaborate with CNO on implementation of quarterly company-wide PIPs

Survey Prep Support

Conduct routine site visits to audit regulatory compliance
Conduct mock survey for every facility at least once annually
Conduct chart audits to ensure regulatory compliance
Observe QAPI meetings, safety meetings, daily clinical meetings to ensure standards being met
Assist facilities to develop performance improvement plans for issues identified

Survey Management

Be present for any clinical survey (annual, infection control, complaint)
Support admin, DON, and staff through survey process
Participate in entrance and exit conferences with surveyors

Post-Survey Support

Review POCs prior to state submission
Assist with IDR when necessary
Audit compliance with POC

DON orientation and mentorship

Provide new-hire training to DONs
Provide ongoing education as needed
Assess DON job performance and report findings / recommendations to administrator for follow up

Regional Director of Nursing Benefits:

Competitive compensation based on experience
Generous PTO package
Health Insurance benefits including vision and dental coverage
Supplemental disability and Life Insurance coverage options available
Flexible Spending Account
401k available
Friendly work environment
Beautiful facilities

Ready to take the next step in your career journey? We're excited to get to know you! Apply today and discover why this is the perfect place for your professional aspirations. Join us and start a career that's not just about work, but about making a meaningful difference in the lives of others. Your future starts here. Come be a part of our extraordinary team!

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