About this opportunity
Nu Roc Health and Rehabilitation Center lists this Interim Director of Nursing RN opportunity in town of laona, Wisconsin. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Interim Director of Nursing RN
Nu Roc Health and Rehabilitation Center
Laona, Wisconsin 54541
Nu Roc Health and Rehabilitation Center is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse leader to serve as our Interim Director of Nursing.
This is an opportunity to provide strong, steady clinical leadership during an important period for our skilled nursing facility. We are looking for an accomplished Director of Nursing who can quickly understand the needs of the facility, establish clear priorities, engage the nursing team, and create positive momentum.
Nu Roc provides skilled nursing, short term rehabilitation, and long term care in Laona, Wisconsin. Our facility was recognized as a 2026 AHCA/NCAL Bronze National Quality Award recipient, reflecting the dedication of our employees and our commitment to quality and continuous improvement.
As Interim Director of Nursing, you will be trusted to lead, make decisions, strengthen clinical systems, and develop the nursing team. You will work closely with the Nursing Home Administrator, facility leadership, and Champion Care’s clinical and operational leaders.
This position begins as an interim leadership assignment supporting Nu Roc. Following a successful assignment, candidates who enjoy travel, variety, and leading through transition may also have the opportunity to discuss moving into an internal Float Director of Nursing role with Champion Care. Any future transition would be based on mutual interest and organizational needs.
What You Will Lead
Serve as the Interim Director of Nursing at Nu Roc Health and Rehabilitation Center
Assess nursing operations and establish immediate and long term priorities
Provide leadership, direction, and structure to the nursing department
Build trust, strengthen communication, and improve employee engagement
Coach and develop nursing leaders and frontline nursing employees
Support nursing staffing, scheduling, retention, and accountability
Strengthen clinical systems and quality outcomes
Oversee infection prevention, quality assurance, and performance improvement
Ensure compliance with Wisconsin and federal skilled nursing regulations
Support survey preparation, regulatory readiness, and plans of correction
Partner with the Nursing Home Administrator and Champion Care leadership
Promote compassionate, resident centered care
Build a positive workplace culture grounded in teamwork and respect
What You Bring
Active Wisconsin Registered Nurse license
Previous Director of Nursing or Director of Nursing Services experience
Nursing leadership experience in a skilled nursing facility, nursing home, or long term care setting
Strong knowledge of Wisconsin and federal healthcare regulations
Experience with clinical compliance, survey readiness, and quality improvement
Proven ability to guide nursing teams through change and transition
Strong employee engagement, coaching, and team development skills
Excellent communication, organization, and problem solving abilities
Confidence to assess facility needs, make decisions, and inspire action
Why This Opportunity?
This is more than an interim assignment. It is an opportunity to lead a dedicated nursing team, build upon Nu Roc’s commitment to quality, and make an immediate and visible difference.
For the right nursing leader, it may also open the door to a broader leadership future within the organization.
If you are an experienced Director of Nursing who can bring people together, strengthen clinical operations, and provide confident leadership when it matters most, we would welcome the opportunity to speak with you.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Nu Roc Health and Rehabilitation Center and Champion Care are Equal Opportunity Employers. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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Who can apply
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