Regional Regulatory Compliance Director (RN) (21449)

Cantex Continuing Care Network•Carrollton, TX

10d•Remote

About The Position

The Regional Regulatory Compliance Director leads enterprise‑wide regulatory compliance, clinical risk management, and quality improvement initiatives across all care settings within Cantex Continuing Care Network (CCCN). This senior leadership role ensures adherence to federal and state regulations, CMS requirements, accreditation standards, and internal quality benchmarks across Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs), post‑acute care centers, and affiliated service lines. This position is responsible for developing and implementing system‑wide strategies that reduce clinical risk, improve patient safety, strengthen survey readiness, and elevate overall care quality. The Regional Regulatory Compliance Director partners closely with executive leadership to promote a culture of transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement while aligning compliance operations with organizational goals.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) required
Active RN license required
Minimum of 5 years of progressive leadership experience in regulatory compliance, quality improvement, or clinical risk management within post‑acute, long‑term care, or Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) environments
Demonstrated expertise interpreting and applying CMS, state DOH, and federal healthcare regulations
Strong analytical, strategic planning, and project management skills
Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal abilities

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or related field preferred
CPHRM or CPHQ certification strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Oversee regulatory compliance strategy across all CCCN facilities and care settings
Ensure adherence to CMS regulations, state and federal laws, and accreditation standards (e.g., Joint Commission, state DOH)
Serve as primary liaison for regulatory agencies during surveys, audits, and investigations
Direct reporting and documentation of Preventable Adverse Events and other required submissions
Prepare internal and external compliance performance reports for executive leadership and the Board
Design, implement, and oversee a comprehensive Clinical Risk Management Program
Analyze clinical risk trends using incident reports, root cause analyses, and data dashboards
Collaborate with legal and insurance teams to mitigate liability and reduce organizational exposure
Develop system‑wide policies and training programs on regulatory compliance, risk mitigation, and adverse event prevention
Respond to patient‑related incidents and complaints; support corrective action planning
Lead the Quality Assurance Performance Improvement (QAPI) program and integrate it with compliance and risk frameworks
Establish and monitor KPIs and benchmarks for clinical quality, safety, and regulatory performance
Conduct facility audits and site visits to assess compliance with quality and regulatory standards
Implement evidence‑based practices to improve care outcomes and operational efficiency
Guide organizational participation in incentive-based quality programs (e.g., QIPP)
Partner with clinical and operational leaders to embed compliance into daily operations
Mentor and support compliance, quality, and risk teams across the network
Lead onboarding, training, and continuing education for facility leadership and clinical staff
Present compliance and risk performance data to senior executives and recommend strategic improvements