Skilled Nursing Unit Director — Lead Care & Compliance

Northwest Florida Community Hospital; Chipley (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

401(k) retirement plan with employer*

Life and disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Competitive pay rates

Job summary

Northwest Florida Community Hospital in Chipley, FL is seeking a Director of the Skilled Nursing Unit (SNU) to lead daily operations and ensure high-quality resident care. The role oversees nursing staff, regulatory compliance, and program quality within the Skilled Nursing Unit.

The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, clinical expertise, and a commitment to compassionate, compliant care. This full-time position involves managing staffing, budgets, and collaboration with physicians and

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted Florida RN license required.
• Previous nursing leadership or supervisory experience required.
• Experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, or post-acute care preferred.
• Knowledge of CMS regulations, Florida AHCA requirements, and skilled nursing facility operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Skilled Nursing Unit to ensure quality resident care.
• Provide leadership, supervision, and direction to nursing staff and other departmental employees.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations, CMS requirements, AHCA standards, and facility policies.
• Monitor resident care to ensure services are provided safely and per care plans.
• Develop, implement, and monitor departmental policies and procedures.
• Manage staffing schedules, performance, attendance, and productivity.
• Participate in hiring, orientation, training, coaching, and disciplinary actions as needed.
• Monitor budgets, staffing expenses, and operational needs.
• Oversee quality assurance and performance improvement activities.
• Ensure accurate clinical documentation and required reports.
• Coordinate with physicians, residents, families, and other departments to address care needs.
• Address resident and family concerns professionally and promptly.
• Participate in surveys, audits, inspections, and corrective action plans.
• Promote teamwork, accountability, and a positive work environment.

Skills

Leadership

Nursing leadership

Regulatory compliance

Patient safety

Staff development

Communication

Education

Florida RN license

Job description

Northwest Florida Community Hospital in Chipley, FL is seeking a Director of the Skilled Nursing Unit (SNU) to lead daily operations and ensure high-quality resident care. The role oversees nursing staff, regulatory compliance, and program quality within the Skilled Nursing Unit.

The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, clinical expertise, and a commitment to compassionate, compliant care. This full-time position involves managing staffing, budgets, and collaboration with physicians and