Director of Nursing — Lead Clinical Excellence

AristaCare Health Services; Whiting (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Insurance

Dental and Vision Coverage

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Life Insurance

Job summary

AristaCare Health Services is seeking an experienced Director of Nursing (DON) to lead clinical operations and uphold high standards of care within our facility. In this senior role, you will direct nursing services, ensure regulatory compliance, collaborate with attending providers, and champion resident wellness.

You will oversee integrated clinical services, drive recruitment and staff development, mentor teams, and steer quality improvement initiatives to deliver compassionate, top-tier care.

Qualifications

• Requires RN license in NJ and state nursing leadership experience.
• Minimum 3 years of progressive nursing supervisory/management experience, preferably in geriatrics or post-acute settings.
• 1+ years as Director of Nursing or ADON in long-term care is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establish, evaluate, and maintain clinical standards and nursing practice across the facility.
• Lead ongoing clinical quality assurance assessments to ensure resident safety and outcomes.
• Formulate and update policies in alignment with healthcare regulations.
• Verify credentials and competency for nursing staff.
• Partner with interdisciplinary teams and external agencies to optimize resources and education.
• Oversee budgeting, labor management, and resource planning for cost-efficiency and quality.
• Act as primary clinical representative for nursing operations in committees and associations.
• Lead QAPI projects and evidence-based clinical practices.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Staff development

Quality improvement

Education

RN license (New Jersey)

Job description

AristaCare Health Services is seeking an experienced Director of Nursing (DON) to lead clinical operations and uphold high standards of care within our facility. In this senior role, you will direct nursing services, ensure regulatory compliance, collaborate with attending providers, and champion resident wellness.

You will oversee integrated clinical services, drive recruitment and staff development, mentor teams, and steer quality improvement initiatives to deliver compassionate, top-tier care.