Director of Nursing

Job Details: Job Location: Hudson County Correctional & Rehabilitation Center - Kearny, NJ, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $69.00 - $72.00Hourly, Job Shift: Day, POSITION SUMMARY The Director of Nursing (DON) provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for all nursing services within the medical unit.

This role ensures the delivery of high-quality patient care, compliance with regulatory and institutional standards, and alignment with organizational goals.

The DON serves as a key advisor to senior management, collaborates with medical staff, and fosters a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement among nursing personnel.

Qualifications: Position

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required, master’s in nursing, Healthcare Administration, or related field preferred. Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice. Minimum of 8 years of professional nursing experience, including leadership or supervisory roles.

Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local healthcare regulations, accreditation standards (NCCHC, ACA, PBNDS), and institutional policies. Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Key

Responsibilities

Leadership & Staff Management Lead, supervise, and evaluate nursing staff performance, ensuring staffing levels, training, and professional development meet operational needs. Recruit, hire, onboard, and mentor nursing personnel, promoting a positive, collaborative, and accountable work environment.

Conduct regular staff meetings and provide ongoing feedback, coaching, and recognition to enhance performance and engagement. Policy Development & Compliance Develop, implement, and maintain nursing policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure high standards of care and regulatory compliance.

Monitor and enforce adherence to institutional, state, and federal healthcare regulations, accreditation standards, and CFG Health policies. Recommend and implement improvements to nursing operations, workflows, and patient care delivery.

Operational Oversight & Consultation Collaborate with medical staff, Health Services Administrators, and senior management to develop and execute strategic plans for the medical unit. Oversee quality improvement initiatives, including audits, performance monitoring, and patient outcome analysis.

Serve as a clinical resource and advisor to staff, management, and interdisciplinary teams. Education & Training Develop and implement educational programs for nursing staff to maintain clinical competence and compliance with policies.

Provide training, guidance, and mentorship to nursing staff, institutional personnel, and other stakeholders as needed. Other

Responsibilities

Participate in organizational and interdepartmental meetings to align nursing services with institutional objectives. Maintain knowledge of current nursing practices, emerging trends, and regulatory requirements. Perform other duties as assigned to support the effective operation of the medical unit.