Vice President of Success - Clinical - Full-Time

North Shore Healthcare; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

North Shore Healthcare is seeking a Vice President of Success (RN) to oversee and elevate clinical operations across multiple facilities. This role is ideal for experienced clinical leaders committed to fostering high-quality care and regulatory compliance while supporting nursing leadership teams. Join us in shaping the future of long-term care and enhancing resident outcomes through strategic guidance and innovative leadership practices.

Benefits

Generous Salary

Unlimited PTO

Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(K) Program for staff

Paid Time Off

Company paid life insurance

Dental and vision insurance for staff

Paid holidays for full-time staff

Voluntary life and disability insurance for full-time staff

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) licensed in Wisconsin.
• 5+ years in clinical leadership within long-term care.
• Deep knowledge of CMS regulations and survey processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic oversight to ensure exceptional clinical outcomes.
• Support Directors of Nursing across multiple centers.
• Conduct center visits to assess clinical operations.

Skills

Leadership savvy

Communication

Mentorship

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Strategic guidance

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) license

5+ years of clinical management experience in long-term care

Tools

Microsoft Office

PCC

Job description

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Now Hiring: Vice President of Success, RN

North Shore Health | Milwaukee area centers
Full-Time | Executive Clinical Leadership Role

Ready to take your clinical leadership career to the next level?
Are you a seasoned Director of Nursing ready for your next big challenge—or a Regional Nurse seeking a more impactful, strategic role? This is your moment!

North Shore Health is looking for a Vice President of Success (RN) to join our elite clinical leadership team. As one of the largest post-acute providers in the Upper Midwest, with 70 skilled nursing and assisted living centers across Wisconsin, Minnesota, Michigan, and North Dakota, we’re shaping the future of long-term care—and we want YOU to help lead the way.

What You’ll Do:

As our Vice President of Success, you’ll serve as a key clinical executive, supporting Directors of Nursing and facility leadership teams across multiple centers. You’ll provide:

• Strategic guidance to ensure exceptional clinical outcomes
• Leadership in regulatory compliance, nursing best practices, and quality initiatives
• Mentorship to clinical teams, driving a culture of excellence and growth
• Collaboration across departments to enhance resident care and operational success

Why You’ll Love It Here:

• Generous Salary
• Unlimited PTO (per policy)
• Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• See more, lead more, grow more

What You Bring to the Table:

• Active RN license in Wisconsin (or ability to obtain)
• 5+ years of clinical leadership in long-term care (DON, Regional, or above)
• Deep knowledge of CMS regulations, survey process, and risk mitigation
• Leadership savvy —you’re polished, communicative, and inspiring
• Comfort with multi-site travel, including overnights
• Tech skills —you know your way around Microsoft Office and PCC

Step Into Your Purpose. Elevate Your Career.

Whether you’re an experienced DON with a passion for mentorship or a Regional Nurse ready for the next level of influence—this opportunity puts you at the heart of innovation, quality care, and leadership excellence.

Be part of something bigger.
Join North Shore Health.
Apply Today and Lead the Way!

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Summary/Objective:

North Shore Health is seeking a seasoned and forward-thinking clinical leader to serve as our Vice President of Success (Clinical). As a key member of our clinical support leadership team, this role provides strategic oversight and guidance to Directors of Nursing (DONs), Executive Directors (EDs), and interdisciplinary teams—ensuring the consistent delivery of high-quality care, strong clinical outcomes, and ongoing regulatory compliance across our skilled nursing and post-acute care centers.

The VP of Success (Clinical) plays a critical role in driving quality initiatives, mentoring field leaders, and enhancing care delivery systems. The role requires, excellent interpersonal skills, and a data-informed mindset that aligns with North Shore Health’s mission, values, and commitment to clinical excellence.

This position is ideal for a Registered Nurse (RN) with deep experience in skilled nursing facility (SNF) operations, clinical performance improvement, and survey readiness.
Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Provide clinical leadership and oversight for assigned centers to ensure the highest levels of resident care, quality measures, and regulatory compliance.
• Maintain visibility into key operational metrics such as labor usage, staffing levels, open positions, agency utilization, and overtime to support clinical and operational success.
• Conduct regular center visits to observe clinical operations, assess staff performance, identify areas for improvement, and engage with residents, families, and staff.
• Serve as first-line clinical support for center-level leadership, including Executive Directors and Directors of Nursing, offering coaching and problem-solving assistance on complex issues.
• Set, monitor, and enforce performance and outcome standards for clinical functions including documentation, staffing levels, policies, procedures, and systems of care.
• Monitor and audit clinical systems and compliance with internal standards and external regulations, initiating corrective action plans where necessary.
• Collaborate with Operations and Support Center team members in joint decision-making, including budget planning, strategic initiatives, and resource allocation.
• Working in conjunction with appropriate Support Center personnel and Operations team members, support centers in developing and maintaining effective staffing strategies, including recruitment, retention, and use of labor management tools to control costs while maintaining quality care,
• Analyze clinical and operational data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement, and lead corresponding action plans.
• Oversee development and implementation of new clinical systems or improvements to current systems that enhance care delivery and efficiency.
• Lead or participate in functional work groups aimed at process improvement, education, and sharing of best practices across the organization.
• Manage escalated concerns or complaints from residents, families, or staff when not resolved at the center level.
• Maintain active knowledge of regulations and trends; ensure assigned centers adapt policies and practices accordingly.
• Serve as an interim clinical leader at center(s) as needed during vacancies or transitional periods.
• Monitor and assist with orientation and onboarding process for new center leaders, particularly Directors of Nursing and Assistant Directors of Nurses.
• Assist in identification and dissemination of best practices, ensuring alignment with North Shore Health’s clinical vision and strategy.
• Foster strong, collaborative relationships with other divisions—including North Shore Home Health, and Hospice services—to ensure integrated, system-wide alignment and the delivery of cohesive, high-quality care across the continuum.
• Ensure that clinical and operational activities align with North Shore Health’s Compliance Program, HIPAA regulations, and resident rights.
• Attend and actively participate in relevant meetings, trainings, and committees as assigned.

Safety:

• Know and follow North Shore Health rules
• Follow North Shore Health dress and hygiene policies
• Demonstrate proper use of equipment
• Report equipment needs or repairs
• Follow North Shore Health smoking policies
• Use required protective equipment (as needed during center visits)
• Follow infection control standards, policies and procedures

Resident Rights:

• Know Resident Rights
• Help the residents/patients exercise and/or protect their rights
• Maintain confidentiality of resident/patient and employee information

HIPAA:

• Follow and adhere to North Shore Health’s policies and procedures implementing HIPAA requirements for the privacy and security of protected health information
• Use and/or disclose only minimum amount of Protected Health Information necessary to complete assigned tasks
• Report all suspected violations of company’s HIPAA policies or procedures to North Shore Health Compliance Department.

Work Environment/Physical Requirements The responsibilities of this position may involve significant travel and physical activities including standing, occasional lifting (up to 50 pounds unassisted), bending, stooping, pushing, pulling and twisting. All employees when visiting centers may be required to provide lifting and transfer assistance to residents. Lifting and/or transferring some residents will require use of a lifting device and /or assistance of other staff. Required Education and Experience

• Registered Nurse (RN) in state of assignment
• Minimum 5 years of clinical management experience in long term care
• Extensive knowledge in regulatory requirements, nursing practice and risk mitigation
• Ability to travel (including overnight stays)
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft products
• Demonstrated leadership competency
• Ability to travel to multi-state facilities
• Polished communication and presentation skills

Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive benefit packages which includes:

• Health insurance for full-time employees starting the first of the month following 30 days of employment
• Dental and vision insurance for full and part-time staff
• 401(K) Program for full and part-time staff
• 6 paid holidays plus one floating holiday for full-time staff
• Company paid life insurance for full-time staff
• Voluntary life and disability insurance for full-time staff
• Paid Time Off

Our mission is to establish a culture that reinforces the values necessary to be the premier health services provider and employer in each of the communities we serve. We understand that choosing where you want to go in your career is a big decision. We would like the opportunity to show you that North Shore Healthcare is the Right Choice for you.