Director of Skilled Nursing

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : Director of Skilled Nursing

Department : Network Development Team

Reports To : VP of Network Development

FLSA Status : Exempt

DISCLAIMER

This job description is intended to outline the general responsibilities and qualifications for the role. It is not an exhaustive list of duties. Management reserves the right to modify responsibilities, assign new tasks, or reassign duties at any time to meet organizational needs.

Summary

The Director of Skilled Nursing provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for the ACO’s network of skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) and other institutional post-acute providers. This role drives performance across quality, cost, and patient experience metrics while ensuring seamless care transitions and strong alignment with value-based care objectives. The Director partners with physicians, hospitals, and SNF leadership to implement evidence-based care pathways, monitor network adequacy, and achieve shared savings goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead strategy, contracting, and performance management of preferred SNF partners across the ACO network.
• Establish and track KPIs such as length of stay (LOS), readmission rates, cost per member per month (PMPM), and patient satisfaction.
• Develop and implement programs to improve care coordination between hospitals, SNFs, and primary care providers.
• Monitor referral patterns, bed availability, and geographic coverage to ensure network adequacy.
• Provide actionable data and insights to leadership to inform network expansion and performance improvement.
• Ensure compliance with CMS requirements and all regulatory standards for skilled nursing care.
• Represent the organization in contract negotiations, community meetings, and professional conferences related to skilled nursing.
• Support education initiatives for providers and care teams on best practices for post-acute care and transitions.
• Assist in organizational growth by initiating strategic relationships with skilled nursing facilities nationwide.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Directly supervises Post-Acute Care Managers, Network Analysts, and other assigned staff supporting skilled nursing initiatives. Provides mentorship, performance feedback, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

Skills & Competencies

Collaboration & Education

Operations & Compliance

Language Skills

Ability to interpret complex healthcare regulations and communicate strategic initiatives clearly to leadership and providers.

Reasoning Ability

Applies strategic thinking and structured problem-solving to drive performance improvement and operational efficiency.

Computer Skills

Proficiency in MS Office Suite, project management software (MS Project, Smartsheet, Asana), and healthcare data systems.

Other Skills and Abilities

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this role, the employee may alternate between sitting, standing, and reaching. Work may require extended periods at a computer. The employee may occasionally lift or move up to 10 pounds.