District Health Supervisor

Sterling St James Inc.; Woodbury (CT); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive compensation

Travel reimbursement

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Leadership collaboration

Job summary

Sterling St James Inc. is seeking an RN Regional Clinical Director to oversee multiple skilled nursing centers across Connecticut.

This executive role reports to the Vice President of Clinical Operations and drives standardized care, regulatory compliance, and Five-Star outcomes with on-site leadership across CT facilities. You will mentor Directors of Nursing Services, lead survey readiness, and ensure clinical and regulatory excellence while balancing staffing and financial stewardship.

Qualifications

• RN license in Connecticut (active/unrestricted) or eligible for reciprocity
• BSN strongly preferred
• 5+ years nursing leadership in SNF, with 3+ years as DNS
• Experience leading multiple sites and survey readiness
• Proficient in data-driven quality measures and EMR systems

Responsibilities

• Strategic multi-site oversight to standardize clinical systems and improve Five-Star ratings
• Regulatory command for CT MA and CT regulations; oversee certification and survey readiness
• Quality assurance through EMR data tracking and PIPs to reduce risks
• Mentor and lead DNS and nursing leadership; cover during vacancies to ensure regulatory stability
• Collaborate on staffing and budget to balance care quality with resources
• Provide 24/7 on-call coverage and regional travel across CT facilities

Skills

Strategic leadership

Regulatory compliance

Data analytics

EMR systems

Multi-site leadership

Travel readiness

Education

BSN

Tools

PointClickCare (PCC)

PointRight

OnShift

CASPER

Job description

Regional Clinical Director

Schedule: Full-Time Hours | Frequent Regional Travel | 24/7 On-Call Availability for Emergencies

A premier skilled nursing organization is seeking a strategic, high-performing RN Regional Clinical Director to oversee multiple skilled nursing centers across Connecticut.

Partnering with a peer Regional Director and reporting directly to the Vice President of Clinical Operations, this executive clinical leader is accountable for driving standardized evidence-based care, total regulatory compliance, and Five-Star quality outcomes across the region. Balancing operational support with financial and clinical stewardship, you will mentor Directors of Nursing Services (DNS), lead survey readiness, validate quality assurance processes, and serve as the region’s subject matter expert on state and federal healthcare regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Multi-Site Oversight: Partner with peer leadership to establish, validate, and standardize clinical systems; drive CMS Quality Measures and Five-Star ratings by analyzing monthly CASPER and PointRight data
• Regulatory Command & Crisis Management: Serve as regional SME on Massachusetts (105 CMR 150) and Connecticut (Title 19) regulations; direct annual certification, complaint surveys, and recovery plans while acting as primary contact for DPH/CMS reportable events
• Quality Assurance & Audit Validation: Oversee regional internal audit validation through sampling; analyze EMR tracking systems (PCC/UDA) for infection control, skin injuries, and hospitalizations to design regional Plan of Correction templates and Performance Improvement Projects (PIPs)
• Leadership Mentorship & Human Capital: Participate in recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, and mentoring facility DNS and nursing leadership; provide interim clinical leadership during DNS vacancies to ensure regulatory stability
• Workforce & Financial Stewardship: Collaborate with facility leadership to optimize staffing models using OnShift and payroll data; participate in clinical budget development to balance care excellence with resource allocations
• Regional Travel & Emergency Coverage: Maintain a strong physical presence across centers in CT, while providing 24-hour on-call clinical support for regional emergencies

Qualifications:

• Licensure: Current, active, and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in Connecticut required (or eligible for immediate reciprocity/Nurse Licensure Compact endorsement)
• Educational Background: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) strongly preferred
• Clinical Leadership Experience: Minimum of 5 years of progressive nursing leadership experience in the Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) industry, including at least 3 years as a successful Director of Nursing Services (DNS)
• Multi-Site Expertise: Prior experience in a Regional or Multi-Site Clinical Consultant role is strongly preferred, with a proven track record of maintaining survey readiness and improving clinical outcomes across multiple locations
• Analytical & EMR Skills: High proficiency leveraging data-driven platforms—including PointClickCare (PCC), PointRight, OnShift, and CASPER to mitigate clinical risk and optimize Five-Star Quality Measures
• Travel & Operational Flexibility: Valid driver’s license with the ability to travel frequently and maintain 24/7 on-call resource availability
• Multi-site clinical leadership experience required

Benefits Package:

• Executive Compensation Structure: Highly competitive base salary reflective of regional multi-site leadership experience, with potential performance incentives
• Travel & Expense Support: Comprehensive mileage reimbursement and regional travel support
• Comprehensive Health & Wellness: High-tier Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage options
• Retirement Planning: Employer-sponsored retirement savings plan options
• Paid Time Off: Generous PTO accrued package covering vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Executive Leadership Alignment: High-visibility strategic position partnering directly with the VP of Clinical Operations

Note on Hiring Requirements: All job offers are strictly contingent upon the successful completion of standard pre-employment background checks, RN license verifications, health clearances, and full clinical credentialing.

Note on Employment Status: The position outlined above represents a full-time, direct-hire multi-site executive leadership role requiring regional travel and 24/7 emergency availability.