Director of Nursing

Green Key Resources; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Student loan assistance

Job summary

Green Key Resources is seeking a Director of Nursing for an outpatient FQHC in Newark, NJ. The role leads nursing and clinical support, advancing patient-centered care and regulatory compliance.

You will oversee staffing, education, quality/risk management, and committees. The ideal candidate has a BSN, NJ RN license, and at least 3 years in nursing leadership, with ambulatory or FQHC experience preferred.

Qualifications

• BSN degree and active New Jersey RN license.
• Minimum 3 years of nursing leadership or management experience.
• Ambulatory care or FQHC experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, and develop nursing and nutrition staff.
• Oversee staffing, scheduling, performance management, and clinical education.
• Direct quality assurance and risk management initiatives.
• Chair Risk Management and Infection Control Committees.
• Ensure compliance with clinical standards, patient safety protocols.
• Partner with clinical and administrative leadership on program development and process improvement.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Staff development

Quality improvement

Regulatory compliance

Education

BSN

Job description

Director of Nursing – Newark, NJ - Outpatient FQHC

A well-established Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in Newark, NJ, is seeking an experienced Director of Nursing to lead nursing and clinical support operations and help ensure high-quality, patient-centered care.

This is an excellent opportunity for a nursing leader who enjoys developing teams, strengthening clinical operations, and driving quality, safety, and compliance initiatives in a community healthcare setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, supervise, and develop nursing and nutrition staff
• Oversee staffing, scheduling, performance management, and clinical education
• Direct quality assurance and risk management initiatives
• Chair Risk Management and Infection Control Committees
• Ensure compliance with clinical standards, patient safety protocols, and regulatory requirements
• Partner with clinical and administrative leadership on program development and process improvement

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN)
• Active New Jersey RN license
• At least 3 years of nursing leadership or management experience
• Ambulatory care or FQHC experience preferred

Benefits Include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Student loan assistance
• Disability insurance
• Opportunities for leadership and professional growth