Director of Nursing

Advantage Recruiting Group; New Jersey; On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Advantage Recruiting Group is seeking an experienced Director of Nursing (DON) to lead the clinical operations of a skilled nursing facility in New Jersey. The DON will drive high-quality resident care, ensure regulatory compliance, and mentor a dedicated nursing team.

The ideal candidate holds an active RN license, prior DON/Assistant DON in LTC, strong leadership and clinical management skills, and excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

• Current and active RN license (required).
• Previous experience as Director of Nursing or Assistant DON in LTC/SNF.
• Strong leadership and clinical management skills.
• Knowledge of state and federal long-term care regulations.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all nursing department operations and clinical services.
• Ensure compliance with state, federal, and facility regulations.
• Lead, mentor, and support nursing staff to ensure quality care delivery.
• Develop and implement nursing policies, procedures, and care standards.
• Monitor clinical outcomes and drive continuous quality improvement.
• Manage staffing levels, scheduling, and staff performance.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance resident care.
• Prepare for and manage survey readiness and regulatory inspections.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical management

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

RN license – active

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Director of Nursing (DON) to lead the clinical operations of our skilled nursing facility. The ideal candidate is a strong clinical leader who is passionate about delivering high-quality resident care, ensuring regulatory compliance, and developing a high-performing nursing team.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all nursing department operations and clinical services
• Ensure compliance with state, federal, and facility regulations
• Lead, mentor, and support nursing staff to ensure quality care delivery
• Develop and implement nursing policies, procedures, and care standards
• Monitor clinical outcomes and drive continuous quality improvement
• Manage staffing levels, scheduling, and staff performance
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance resident care
• Prepare for and manage survey readiness and regulatory inspections

Qualifications

• Current and active RN license (required)
• Previous experience as a Director of Nursing or Assistant DON in LTC/SNF setting
• Strong leadership and clinical management skills
• Knowledge of state and federal long-term care regulations
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
• Competitive salary (based on experience)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement

Why Join Us?

We are committed to providing exceptional care in a supportive and collaborative environment. This is a great opportunity for a strong clinical leader to make a meaningful impact.