Senior Level Nursing Specialist Jobs
Senior level nursing specialist jobs place experienced clinicians in charge of complex patient populations, evidence-based protocol development, and the interdisciplinary teams that deliver specialized care. Roles are concentrated across Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Medical Devices, with a mix of on-site, remote, and hybrid settings, and employers like Sutter Health, Ventana Medical Systems, and PruittHealth hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
The Director of Nursing (DON) is responsible for the overall clinical operations of the nursing department. This position ensures the highest level of quality resident care, regulatory compliance, and effective leadership of nursing staff. The DON serves as a key member of the facility’s leadership team, driving clinical excellence, fostering staff development, and promoting a culture of safety and resident-centered care.
Join us with an attractive benefits offering:
- Competitive pay
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401K with matching funds
- Life Insurance
- Employee discounts
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Student Loan Reimbursement
Responsibilities
- Supervises nursing care provided by registered nurses, licensed vocational/practical nurses and others for whom they are administratively or professionally responsible.
- Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organizational policies and applicable laws and regulations.
- Supervisory responsibilities include:
- Interviews, hires and trains employees.
- Plans, assigns and directs work.
- Prepares work assignment sheets, taking into consideration Resident safety, the educational preparation, experience, knowledge and ability of the persons to whom the assignments are made.
- Transfers employees among units as needed.
- Prepares performance evaluations with the understanding that such evaluations impact tenure of probationary employees and wage increases of non-probationary employees.
- Disciplines employees up to and including discharge.
- Approves the correction of errors in timecards or other timekeeping records.
- Authorizes overtime as necessary.
- Receives and resolves employee complaints.
- Determines rotation of employees within facility.
- Monitors and corrects job performance of employees.
- Adequately supervises assigned staff and assures that those staff are supervising employees assigned to them.
- Oversee facility in absence of higher-ranking management officials.
- Uses independent judgment and discretion on behalf of the organization in the performance of these duties.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
- A graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing, Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred.
- Progressive nursing leadership experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility or related healthcare setting.
- Management of supervisor experience in long-term care, restorative or geriatric nursing preferred.
- Knowledgeable in state and federal regulations governing long-term care.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
- Registered Nurse who is currently licensed to practice by the state.
- Current CPR certification or CPR certified within 90 days of employment.
Ciena Healthcare
We are a national organization of skilled nursing, subacute, rehabilitative, and assisted living providers dedicated to achieving the highest standards of care in Michigan and Ohio.
We serve our residents with compassion, concern, and excellence, believing that every one of them is a unique person who deserves our best each day that we care for them. Join us, if you have a passion for improving the lives of those around you and working with others who feel the same way.
IND123
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
INTRODUCTION
The Director of Nursing (DON) is responsible for the overall clinical operations of the nursing department. This position ensures the highest level of quality resident care, regulatory compliance, and effective leadership of nursing staff. The DON serves as a key member of the facility’s leadership team, driving clinical excellence, fostering staff development, and promoting a culture of safety and resident-centered care.
Join us with an attractive benefits offering:
- Competitive pay
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401K with matching funds
- Life Insurance
- Employee discounts
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Student Loan Reimbursement
Responsibilities
- Supervises nursing care provided by registered nurses, licensed vocational/practical nurses and others for whom they are administratively or professionally responsible.
- Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organizational policies and applicable laws and regulations.
- Supervisory responsibilities include:
- Interviews, hires and trains employees.
- Plans, assigns and directs work.
- Prepares work assignment sheets, taking into consideration Resident safety, the educational preparation, experience, knowledge and ability of the persons to whom the assignments are made.
- Transfers employees among units as needed.
- Prepares performance evaluations with the understanding that such evaluations impact tenure of probationary employees and wage increases of non-probationary employees.
- Disciplines employees up to and including discharge.
- Approves the correction of errors in timecards or other timekeeping records.
- Authorizes overtime as necessary.
- Receives and resolves employee complaints.
- Determines rotation of employees within facility.
- Monitors and corrects job performance of employees.
- Adequately supervises assigned staff and assures that those staff are supervising employees assigned to them.
- Oversee facility in absence of higher-ranking management officials.
- Uses independent judgment and discretion on behalf of the organization in the performance of these duties.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
- A graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing, Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred.
- Progressive nursing leadership experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility or related healthcare setting.
- Management of supervisor experience in long-term care, restorative or geriatric nursing preferred.
- Knowledgeable in state and federal regulations governing long-term care.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
- Registered Nurse who is currently licensed to practice by the state.
- Current CPR certification or CPR certified within 90 days of employment.
Ciena Healthcare
We are a national organization of skilled nursing, subacute, rehabilitative, and assisted living providers dedicated to achieving the highest standards of care in Michigan and Ohio.
We serve our residents with compassion, concern, and excellence, believing that every one of them is a unique person who deserves our best each day that we care for them. Join us, if you have a passion for improving the lives of those around you and working with others who feel the same way.
IND123
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Senior Level Nursing Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level nursing specialist job?
Employers at this level look for demonstrated clinical expertise in a defined specialty, a history of leading quality improvement initiatives, and the ability to mentor junior nurses or lead interdisciplinary teams. Candidates who can point to measurable outcomes, such as reduced readmission rates or protocol improvements they personally championed, consistently stand out over those with equivalent years of experience but no ownership narrative.
Which companies hire senior level nursing specialists?
Companies hiring senior level nursing specialists right now include Sutter Health, Ventana Medical Systems, and PruittHealth, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level is concentrated among large health systems, academic medical centers, and specialty care organizations that need experienced clinicians to anchor their specialized units and training programs.
Are there remote senior level nursing specialist jobs?
Yes, though most senior nursing specialist roles require some on-site presence given direct patient care responsibilities. About 0% of senior level nursing specialist openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with fully remote positions typically found in care management, utilization review, clinical education, and telehealth-focused specialties rather than bedside or procedural roles.
What makes a nursing specialist role senior level?
A senior level nursing specialist role is defined by scope of ownership rather than task completion. Senior specialists lead protocol development, serve as the clinical authority for a unit or patient population, mentor staff nurses, and contribute to policy or accreditation efforts. They operate with minimal supervision, make independent clinical judgments on complex cases, and are accountable for outcomes across a team or service line, not just individual patient assignments.
Which industries hire the most senior level nursing specialists?
Senior level nursing specialist roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Medical Devices, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they manage the highest patient acuity, the broadest scope of specialized care, and the institutional need for experienced clinicians who can lead quality, compliance, and clinical education functions.