Interim Nursing Director: Lead Care Excellence & Compliance

Hanford Post Acute in; Hanford (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Immediate impact opportunity

Supportive team

Professional environment

Job summary

Hanford Post Acute is seeking an experienced Interim Director of Nursing to provide strong clinical leadership during a transitional period. You will oversee daily nursing operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and support residents with compassionate, evidence-based care.

Ideal candidates are California-registered RNs with leadership experience in skilled nursing facilities, proficient with EMR systems, and capable of recruiting and guiding nursing staff to sustain quality outcomes while

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current and unrestricted California Registered Nurse license.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Previous Director of Nursing or senior nursing leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of state and federal regulations, survey readiness, care planning.
• Experience with EMR systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee the daily operations of the Nursing Department.
• Ensure residents receive high-quality care per orders, plans, and policies.
• Provide leadership to nursing supervisors, licensed nurses, CNAs, and staff.
• Collaborate with Administrator and interdisciplinary team to support resident outcomes.
• Monitor nursing documentation, systems, staffing levels, and quality indicators.
• Ensure adequate nursing coverage and assist with staffing and scheduling.
• Recruit, interview, onboarding, and evaluate nursing staff.
• Conduct clinical rounds and address resident-care or staff concerns.
• Oversee infection prevention, quality assurance, and risk management.
• Maintain documentation accuracy and timeliness.
• Participate in resident care conferences and family communications.
• Prepare for regulatory surveys and implement plans of correction.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, local requirements.
• Promote accountability, teamwork, and resident-centered care.
• Protect resident privacy and health information.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Regulatory compliance

Staff supervision

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

California RN license

Tools

PointClickCare

Job description

Hanford Post Acute is seeking an experienced Interim Director of Nursing to provide strong clinical leadership during a transitional period. You will oversee daily nursing operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and support residents with compassionate, evidence-based care.

Ideal candidates are California-registered RNs with leadership experience in skilled nursing facilities, proficient with EMR systems, and capable of recruiting and guiding nursing staff to sustain quality outcomes while