Director of Nursing (DON) – Interim to Permanent Opportunity
Listed compensation
$85K - $100K
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- Employment & setting
- Part-Time · on_site
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- Includes weekends
Job Description
Company: Actual HomeCare, LLC
Location: 999 Riverview Drive, STE 201 (2nd Floor), Totowa, NJ 07512
Job Type: Interim/Part-Time DON, 20–30 hours/week to start, with potential transition to full-time hybrid employment based on agency needs and mutual fit.
Compensation: $85,000–$100,000 annually if full-time, prorated during the interim part-time period, depending on experience and schedule. Benefits may include NJ earned sick leave, paid time off, gas reimbursement when applicable, flexible scheduling, and other benefits according to company policy.
Why Join Actual Homecare?
Are you a clinical leader looking for the perfect balance of flexibility today and stability tomorrow? Actual HomeCare is seeking a dedicated Director of Nursing (DON) to guide our clinical team through an exciting transitional period.
This role is uniquely designed for someone who wants to make a meaningful impact. You will step into a highly supportive environment, working hand-in-hand with executive leadership. If you are passionate about high-quality client care and want to lead a mission-driven team, we want to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities
As the Director of Nursing, you will oversee all clinical functions, ensuring the highest standards of care and regulatory compliance. Your day-to-day will include:
* Clinical Leadership: Supervise, mentor, and provide professional development opportunities for our nursing staff and caregivers.
* Compliance & Quality: Develop, implement, and monitor clinical policies in line with federal, state, and local regulations. Support CHAP survey readiness and documentation (with consultation support provided).
* Client Care Management: Conduct initial client assessments and re-assessments; ensure all care plans are accurate, comprehensive, and up to date.
* Team Building: Handle interviewing, training, and performance evaluations for caregiving staff.
* Collaboration: Work closely with the executive team and maintain open communication with families to ensure exceptional client satisfaction.
* Safety First: Oversee quality assurance, infection control, and client safety initiatives.
What We Are Looking For
* Licensure: Active Registered Nurse (RN) License in the state of New Jersey.
* Experience: Minimum of 2+ years of supervisory or leadership experience (home care experience is required).
* Regulation Knowledge: Strong understanding of home care regulations, compliance, and clinical best practices.
* CHAP Familiarity: CHAP experience is a plus.
* Soft Skills: Exceptional leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
* Hard Skills: Knowledge of SwyftOps CRM, Microsoft Word, Google Docs, or similar systems, is a plus
* Flexibility: Ability to work flexible hours/weekends as needed, and a willingness to travel up to one hour for client visits.
How to Apply
If you are ready to bring your clinical expertise and compassionate leadership to a team that values your balance, apply today by submitting your resume, and a brief note about your home care leadership experience is welcome.
EEOC Statement
Actual HomeCare, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce and provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military status, status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran, or any other legally protected status.
Requirements
Candidates must be a Registered Nurse licensed in New Jersey with at least 2 years of supervisory experience in home care. Proficiency in home care regulations and familiarity with CHAP standards is highly desired.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Director of Nursing (DON) – Interim to Permanent Opportunity at Actual Homecare a 6.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Registered Nurse roles — ranked against 5,274 active Registered Nurse roles listings on WeekdayDoc.
Home Care — Registered Nurse Career Context
Of the 50 active Nursing Leadership listings this role was benchmarked against, 44% are remote, 50% have no call, 76% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for New Jersey is 108.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$93k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $85k in an average-cost state. 63.8% of New Jersey clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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