Interim Director of Nursing

Interim Director of Nursing 

Hospital-Affiliated Skilled Nursing Facility 

Location: Within 1 Hour of Syracuse, NY 

Pay: $150,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year

Moab Healthcare is seeking a high-impact Interim Director of Nursing to help stabilize and strengthen clinical operations at a hospital-affiliated skilled nursing facility in Central New York.  This is a hands-on leadership role for a seasoned DON who enjoys stepping into complex environments, building strong teams, and delivering visible operational improvement in a short period of time. 

Why This Role Is Attractive to Experienced DONs 

• Real leadership authority to drive operational change 
• Opportunity to mentor and develop nurse leaders 
• Strong collaboration with hospital leadership and facility administration 
• Ability to make immediate clinical and operational impact 
• Support from Moab Healthcare’s national interim leadership network 

Ideal Background 

• RN license with BSN or higher 
• 5+ years of nursing leadership experience 
• Strong background in skilled nursing or long-term care operations 
• Experience improving regulatory readiness and survey outcomes 
• A leadership style that combines mentorship, accountability, and team engagement 

Compensation & Engagement Support 

Moab Healthcare provides comprehensive interim engagement support including: 

• Competitive weekly interim compensation
• Travel and housing accommodations when applicable 
• Dedicated engagement support throughout the assignment
• Opportunities for future interim leadership engagements nationwide 

About Moab Healthcare 

Moab Healthcare partners with leading health systems and healthcare organizations nationwide to provide interim leadership, operational stabilization, and clinical performance improvement services. 

Through our People • Process • Protection framework, we help healthcare organizations strengthen leadership teams, optimize operations, and protect clinical quality and compliance. If you are interested in learning more about this interim leadership opportunity, we welcome the opportunity to speak with you confidentially.