Director of Nursing — Lead Quality Care in Skilled Nursing

Legacy Healthcare; Elizabeth (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401(k) with company match

Professional development opportunities

Supportive leadership

Job summary

Legacy Healthcare in Elizabeth, NJ is seeking an experienced Director of Nursing (DON) to lead all nursing operations at our Skilled Nursing Facility. The DON will ensure high-quality resident care, regulatory compliance, staff development, and a culture of excellence.

The ideal candidate will be a clinical leader with expertise in long-term care regulations, QAPI initiatives, care planning, infection control, and staff mentorship, while fostering teamwork and resident-focused care.

Qualifications

• Active and unrestricted RN license in NJ.
• 3–5 years nursing leadership in SNF/ LTC.
• Knowledge of CMS/state surveys.
• Strong leadership and communication.

Responsibilities

• Direct, supervise, and coordinate all nursing services within the facility.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations including NJ DOH requirements.
• Develop and implement nursing policies, procedures, and standards of care.
• Recruit, train, mentor, and evaluate nursing staff (RNs, LPNs, CNAs).
• Oversee staffing schedules to ensure appropriate coverage and quality resident care.
• Monitor clinical outcomes and lead QAPI initiatives.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and families for care planning.
• Manage infection prevention and control programs.
• Ensure accurate documentation and timely completion of assessments.
• Participate in surveys, audits, and regulatory inspections.
• Maintain a positive work environment focused on teamwork and resident satisfaction.

Skills

RN leadership

Regulatory knowledge

CMS regulations

QAPI leadership

Staff development

Education

RN license (New Jersey)

Job description

Legacy Healthcare in Elizabeth, NJ is seeking an experienced Director of Nursing (DON) to lead all nursing operations at our Skilled Nursing Facility. The DON will ensure high-quality resident care, regulatory compliance, staff development, and a culture of excellence.

The ideal candidate will be a clinical leader with expertise in long-term care regulations, QAPI initiatives, care planning, infection control, and staff mentorship, while fostering teamwork and resident-focused care.