Nursing Director

Fairview Hospital / Cleveland Clinic; Avon (CT); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairview Hospital / Cleveland Clinic in Avon, CT is seeking a Director of Nursing to lead operations for a 120-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility. You will oversee daily clinical care delivery, ensure high-quality nursing standards, and focus on resident outcomes and satisfaction.

The role requires strong leadership, regulatory knowledge, and a commitment to resident-centered care, team development, and continuous performance improvement; you will mentor the nursing staff and drive

Qualifications

• Experience leading nursing operations and clinical teams.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and quality systems.
• Strong communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Commitment to resident-centered care and team development.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage clinical care and nursing operations
• Oversee staffing to support safe, effective resident care
• Ensure regulatory compliance and readiness across required standards
• Drive quality improvement initiatives and continuous performance enhancement
• Maintain and elevate nursing best practices and professional standards
• Address resident and family concerns with sensitivity and accountability
• Develop, support, and lead the nursing team through coaching and guidance

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Resident-centered care

Job description

Role Summary

Lead nursing operations for a 120-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility. Oversee daily clinical care delivery, ensure high-quality nursing standards, and maintain a strong focus on resident outcomes and satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct and manage clinical care and nursing operations
• Oversee staffing to support safe, effective resident care
• Ensure regulatory compliance and readiness across required standards
• Drive quality improvement initiatives and continuous performance enhancement
• Maintain and elevate nursing best practices and professional standards
• Address resident and family concerns with sensitivity and accountability
• Develop, support, and lead the nursing team through coaching and guidance

Qualifications & Skills

• Strong leadership and operational management skills in nursing settings
• Working knowledge of regulatory requirements and quality systems
• Excellent communication and conflict-resolution abilities
• Commitment to resident-centered care and team development