Clinical Regional Director; Rn
Listed on 2026-06-15
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Nursing
Director of Nursing, Healthcare Nursing, Clinical Nurse Specialist, Nursing Home
LOCATION: Connecticut (Multi-Facility Oversight)
POSITION TYPE: Full-Time
SHIFT(S): Monday – Friday, with occasional evenings, weekends, and travel as needed
PAY RANGE: $110,000 - $160,000 per year
BENEFITS – Full-Time:- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- FSA and HRA with applicable group medical plan
- 401(k) with employer match
- Employer Paid Life Insurance
- Paid Meal Period
- Longevity Awards
- Short & Long-Term Disability
- 8 Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Perfect Attendance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Discounts
- Casual Fridays
- Paid Training and Orientation
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Professional Development Opportunities
Ryders Health Management is seeking an experienced and dynamic Clinical Regional Director (RN) to provide clinical leadership and oversight across multiple skilled nursing and rehabilitation centers throughout Connecticut. This key leadership role partners closely with facility Administrators, Directors of Nursing, and corporate leadership to ensure the highest standards of resident care, regulatory compliance, operational excellence, and clinical outcomes.
The Clinical Regional Director serves as a mentor, consultant, educator, and strategic partner to facility leadership teams. This position is responsible for supporting quality improvement initiatives, driving clinical performance, preparing facilities for regulatory surveys, and fostering a culture of accountability and excellence across the region.
If you are a seasoned nursing leader with a passion for long-term care, quality outcomes, and developing high-performing teams, we invite you to join our growing organization.
RESPONSIBILITIES:- Provide clinical oversight and support to assigned skilled nursing and rehabilitation centers throughout Connecticut.
- Partner with Directors of Nursing and Administrators to improve clinical quality measures, resident outcomes, and overall facility performance.
- Conduct routine facility visits, clinical audits, mock surveys, and operational reviews to assess compliance with state, federal, and company standards.
- Monitor key performance indicators, including quality measures, infection prevention, rehospitalization rates, staffing metrics, and survey outcomes.
- Develop and implement corrective action plans and performance improvement initiatives where needed.
- Serve as a mentor and resource to Directors of Nursing, Assistant Directors of Nursing, MDS Coordinators, and clinical leadership teams.
- Assist with recruitment, onboarding, training, and development of nursing leadership personnel.
- Ensure facilities maintain compliance with CMS, Connecticut Department of Public Health, OSHA, HIPAA, and other applicable regulations.
- Lead and support survey readiness efforts and provide on‑site assistance during state and federal surveys.
- Collaborate with corporate leadership to implement clinical programs, policies, procedures, and best practices across all centers.
- Support infection prevention, risk management, quality assurance, and resident safety initiatives.
- Review clinical documentation, care planning processes, and reimbursement‑related practices to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Analyze clinical trends and data to identify opportunities for improvement and implement evidence‑based solutions.
- Participate in leadership meetings and contribute to strategic planning initiatives that enhance resident care and organizational success.
- Travel regularly between assigned facilities throughout Connecticut.
- Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in Connecticut.
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required;
Master's degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or related field preferred. - Minimum of five (5) years of nursing leadership experience in Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF) or Long‑Term Care (LTC).
- Previous experience as a Director of Nursing required.
- Multi‑facility leadership experience as a Regional Nurse Consultant, Regional Clinical Director, or similar role strongly preferred.
- Comprehensive knowledge of CMS regulations, OBRA requirements, survey processes, MDS systems, quality measures, and reimbursement methodologies.
- Demonstrated success improving clinical outcomes, survey…
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