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CABS Health Network

Director of Nursing & Clinical Operations

CABS Health Network, New York

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Director of Nursing & Clinical Operations

The Director of Nursing & Clinical Operations (DONCO) is a senior clinical leader responsible for overseeing nursing services, clinical quality management, compliance, and continuous quality improvement across all agency programs. This role ensures the delivery of high-quality, compliant, and person-centered care in accordance with federal, state, and contractual requirements.

Clinical Leadership & Strategy

  • Provide executive-level insight to the CEO on trends in clinical services, case management, intake, HR, service delivery performance, documentation quality, and staff and client satisfaction.
  • Collaborate with senior leadership to establish and maintain clinical quality standards, benchmarks, and performance metrics.
  • Align nursing policies, procedures, and clinical workflows with best practices and evolving regulatory requirements.
  • Participate in strategic planning and support the development of new clinical programs and service models.

Quality Assurance, Audit & Compliance

  • Lead the Agency’s Clinical Audit and Quality Improvement Program in coordination with regulators and contractors.
  • Oversee and external audits (OMIG, DOH, HRA/MCOs, and third‑party vendors), including preparation, execution, remediation, and follow‑up.
  • Develop and monitor corrective action plans (CAPs), root cause analyses, and remediation tracking to resolution.
  • Maintain regulatory reporting logs and ensure timely submission of all required clinical and compliance reports.
  • Provide monthly compliance and audit reports to the CEO and DBO; present quarterly reports to the CQI and Corporate Compliance Committees.

Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI)

  • Lead CQI initiatives focused on clinical documentation quality and timeliness, nursing visit compliance, EVV implementation and oversight, overtime monitoring and control, incident and complaint management, and internal claims audit remediation.
  • Conduct regular clinical chart reviews, focusing on high‑risk clients and those with prior incidents or complaints.
  • Monitor trends in incidents, complaints, and gaps in care delivery, implementing corrective interventions as needed.
  • Oversee client and home care worker satisfaction surveys and translate findings into measurable improvement actions.

Staff Development & Oversight

  • Supervise and mentor nursing leadership and the Associate Director of Quality & Compliance.
  • Identify, design, and implement clinical training initiatives to strengthen staff competency, compliance, and service quality.
  • Support department leaders with coaching on documentation standards, audit readiness, and quality oversight.
  • Ensure consistent implementation of standardized quality, audit, and compliance programs across all agency services.

Reporting & Performance Management

  • Prepare and present clinical quality dashboards, audit summaries, and trend analyses for leadership and governance.
  • Host bi‑weekly interdepartmental quality improvement meetings.
  • Track and report progress against defined Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
  • Maintain logs of quality initiatives, CAPs, training activities, and improvement projects.

Core Competencies

  • Strong clinical judgment with a quality‑focused mindset
  • Regulatory and compliance expertise in home care and community‑based services
  • Data‑driven decision‑making and analytical rigor
  • Leadership, coaching, and cross‑functional collaboration
  • High attention to detail with the ability to manage competing priorities

Qualifications

  • Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) – Required
  • Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Human Services, Social Work, Healthcare Management, or related field (Master’s preferred)
  • Minimum 8 years of professional experience
  • At least 3 years of experience in home care or community‑based healthcare
  • At least 3 years of supervisory or leadership experience
  • Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and organizational skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
  • Ability to multitask, manage time effectively, and work independently
  • Bilingual capability is a plus
  • Salary $120,000 – 130,000 + Paid Time Off, Health Insurance, & 401(k)

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