Regional Director of Nursing - State Veterans Homes

Regional Director of Nursing - State Veterans Homes

United States, North Carolina, Charlotte

Feb 11, 2026

THIS IS FOR A FUTURE OPENING

Regional Director of Nursing - State Veterans Homes

STGi is seeking qualified candidates for this position in connection with an active Request for Proposals (RFP). Hiring for this role is contingent upon STGi's selection as the successful awardee.

The Regional Director of Nursing (RD oN) provides strategic and operational leadership for clinical services across multiple long-term care facilities within an assigned region. This role ensures high-quality resident care, regulatory compliance, clinical excellence, and consistent implementation of organizational policies and best practices. The RD oN partners closely with facility leadership to drive outcomes, support staff development, and promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement.

Travel is required and is extensive throughout the assigned region.

• Clinical Leadership & Quality of Care:
  Oversee and support clinical operations across multiple skilled nursing and/or assisted living facilities.
• Regulatory Compliance:
  Ensure delivery of high-quality, resident-centered care in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Quality Monitoring:
  Monitor clinical quality indicators (e.g., infections, falls, wounds, hospital readmissions) and implement improvement plans.
• Survey Readiness:
  Support survey readiness and lead follow-up actions for regulatory surveys, audits, and complaints.
• Regulatory Guidance:
  Ensure compliance with CMS, state DOH, and other regulatory agencies; oversee MDS accuracy, care planning, documentation, and clinical policies.
• Collaboration:
  
  Collaborate with facility teams to address deficiencies and sustain corrective actions.
• Operational Support:
  Partner with Regional and Facility leadership to align clinical operations with organizational goals; support staffing models, clinical scheduling, and competency validation.
• Leadership Development:
  Assist in onboarding, mentoring, and performance management of Directors of Nursing and clinical leaders.
• Education & Staff Development:
  Promote evidence-based practice and ongoing clinical education; identify training needs and coordinate education initiatives to improve outcomes; support leadership development and succession planning within the region.
• Collaboration & Communication:
  Serve as a clinical resource to Administrators, Directors of Nursing, and interdisciplinary teams; participate in regional and corporate meetings and initiatives; communicate effectively with residents, families, physicians, and external partners.

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing (multi-state or compact preferred).
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related field (BSN required).
• Minimum 5-7 years of progressive clinical leadership experience in long-term care or post-acute care.
• Strong knowledge of CMS regulations, survey processes, and quality measures.
• Ability to travel regularly within the assigned region.

• Master's degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or related field.
• Experience overseeing multiple facilities or regions.
• Certification in nursing leadership or long-term care (e.g., DON, RAC-CT, or similar).

• Strong leadership and coaching abilities.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to quality, compliance, and resident-centered care.

The physical demands and work environment described herein are representative of those that generally must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:

• Position involves activity such as sitting, standing, walking, twisting, reaching, bending/stooping, pushing and pulling (typical weight 5 lbs to 30 lbs, lifting up to 100 lbs).
• Repetitive finger movements; ability to hear and speak on the phone and in person.
• Ability to work under stress and collaborate with the health care team while maintaining a positive attitude.

The preceding job description provides a general overview of the role and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, and qualifications.

STGi is a workforce solutions company providing healthcare delivery, Head Start and management consulting services. STGi offers a competitive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with company match and a generous PTO policy.

STGi is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer; we do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or other protected status.

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