Pediatric Nursing Director - Lead Pediatric Care

summit healthcare staffing

New York (NY)

On-site

USD 162,000 - 198,000

Full time

14 days+

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Health insurance

Job summary

Summit Healthcare Staffing is seeking a Director of Nursing for our client, a pediatric skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility focused on long-term care. You will provide clinical leadership, oversee staffing and regulatory compliance, and collaborate with therapists, social work, and family-centered care teams.

The role requires an active RN license, extensive pediatric leadership experience, and a hands-on approach to patient care when needed.

Qualifications

  • Active and valid RN license in good standing.
  • Experience in pediatric skilled nursing facility or similar setting.
  • Ability to lead clinical teams and manage regulatory compliance.
  • Willingness to engage directly in patient care when needed.
  • Strong communication with families and multidisciplinary teams.
  • Budgeting and resource planning experience.

Responsibilities

  • Provide hands-on clinical leadership across pediatric nursing operations.
  • Oversee staffing, scheduling, and pediatric resource allocation.
  • Lead QAPI initiatives to strengthen care standards.
  • Collaborate with PT/OT/ST, child life, social work, and dietary teams.
  • Monitor and improve quality, safety, and infection control metrics.
  • Serve as primary clinical contact for families.
  • Lead continuous improvement efforts to advance care and operations.

Skills

Leadership
Pediatric nursing
Regulatory compliance
Communication
Staff development
Team mentorship
Operational oversight
Quality & safety
Interdisciplinary collaboration
Bedside manner
Clinical expertise

Education

RN license (Active)

Job description

Summit Healthcare Staffing is seeking a Director of Nursing for our client, a pediatric skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility focused on long-term care. You will provide clinical leadership, oversee staffing and regulatory compliance, and collaborate with therapists, social work, and family-centered care teams.

The role requires an active RN license, extensive pediatric leadership experience, and a hands-on approach to patient care when needed.

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