Regional Director of Clinical Services

Elvira Care Group; Ottawa Hills (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid time off

Insurance options

Job summary

Elvira Care Group is seeking a Regional Director of Clinical Operations to oversee clinical performance across 5–7 skilled nursing facilities in the Toledo area. You will mentor nursing teams, drive QA and infection control, and ensure regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include leading survey readiness, supervising DONs, and communicating risks to administrators and regional leadership. Travel between facilities and occasional overnight stays may be required. Not an office-based role.

Qualifications

• Active Ohio RN license.
• BSN preferred.
• 3–5 years of long-term care leadership experience (DON or higher).
• Proven success with SNF survey preparation and outcomes.
• Strong knowledge of state and federal long-term care regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee clinical performance across 5–7 skilled nursing facilities.
• Lead survey readiness through mock surveys, targeted reviews, and real-time coaching.
• Mentor DONs and nursing leadership to strengthen QA, staffing, infection control, and compliance.
• Strengthen infection prevention programs across facilities.
• Conduct regular facility visits to observe care and validate performance and provide education.
• Communicate findings, risks, and action steps clearly to Administrators, DONs, and regional leadership.
• Attend OHCA meetings and represent the organization as needed.

Skills

Analytical skills

Systems thinking

Data interpretation

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Mentoring

Team leadership

Education

Active Ohio RN license

BSN preferred

Job description

Role Overview

The Regional Director of Clinical Operations oversees clinical performance across 5-7 skilled nursing facilities. The role ensures high-quality resident care, regulatory compliance, and consistent clinical standards. This position provides hands-on leadership, mentors nursing teams, evaluates care systems, and drives continuous improvement through data and oversight.

Core Responsibilities

Clinical Oversight and Quality

• Evaluate clinical services, documentation, assessments, care plans, and care delivery
• Conduct proactive QA audits to identify risk, trends, and compliance gaps
• Analyze clinical and operational data to identify barriers and improvement opportunities
• Oversee implementation of clinical initiatives and specialty programs
• Maintain current, compliant clinical policies and procedures

Survey and Regulatory Compliance

• Lead survey readiness through mock surveys, targeted reviews, and real-time coaching
• Oversee all survey activity, including preparation, execution, and follow-up
• Manage EDIC and CLASS access, monitoring, and submissions
• Guide risk investigations and ensure timely Plans of Correction and follow-through
• Ensure consistent, ongoing survey readiness across all assigned facilities

Leadership and Team Development

• Support and mentor DONs and nursing leadership
• Strengthen systems for QA, staffing, infection control, and compliance
• Promote accountability, quality outcomes, and professional growth
• Support leadership performance expectations and team structure

Infection Prevention

• Strengthen infection prevention programs across facilities
• Mentor and monitor infection control staff
• Ensure regulatory compliance and best practices

Facility Presence and Communication

• Conduct regular facility visits to observe care and validate performance
• Provide hands-on education and real-time coaching
• Communicate findings, risks, and action steps clearly to Administrators, DONs, and regional leadership
• Attend OHCA meetings and represent the organization as needed

Additional Responsibilities

• Perform other duties as assigned by clinical leadership

Qualifications

Licensure and Education

• Active Ohio RN license
• BSN preferred

Experience

• 3 to 5 years of long-term care leadership experience, DON or higher
• Proven success with SNF survey preparation and outcomes
• Strong knowledge of state and federal long-term care regulations

Skills and Competencies

• Strong analytical and systems-thinking skills
• Ability to collect, interpret, and act on data
• Excellent communication, judgment, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environments
• Demonstrated ability to mentor, coach, and build strong nursing teams

Other Requirements

• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to travel between facilities
• Overnight travel may be required

Work Environment

• Primarily facility-based in the Toledo area, with potential expansion
• Not an office-based role
• Limited remote work when operationally appropriate
• Schedule may shift based on surveys and clinical priorities
• Regular use of computers, phones, and standard office equipment

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options