Lancaster, Pennsylvania Mar 4, 2026 (Issuewire.com) - Justine McFarland, BSN, RN, is a dedicated and accomplished nursing leader with over 20 years of experience across a variety of healthcare environments. Currently serving as the Director of Nursing at The Gardens at Stevens in Pennsylvania, Justine provides strategic oversight of clinical operations while spearheading initiatives that prioritize patient safety, staff development, and continuous quality improvement. A Daisy Award nominee, she is widely respected for her compassionate leadership, commitment to excellence, and ability to cultivate a positive, patient-centered culture that benefits both residents and her nursing teams.
Before her current role, Justine served as Assistant Director of Nursing at Brethren Village from 2023 to 2025, where she implemented best practices in nursing management and advanced effective risk prevention strategies to enhance organizational performance. From 2020 to 2023, she held the same position at Luthercare, where she played a critical role in improving infection control protocols, developing comprehensive fall prevention programs, and mentoring staff to deliver high-quality, consistent care. Her proven record of success is highlighted by three consecutive deficiency-free Department of Health Surveys, reflecting her expertise in regulatory compliance and her ability to lead teams with integrity, motivation, and a focus on continuous improvement.
A proud graduate of the Pennsylvania College of Nursing and Health Sciences, Justine earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and continues to champion professional growth and evidence-based practices within the long-term care sector. She attributes her professional success to the strong work ethic instilled by her mother and grandparents, whose example inspires her ongoing dedication to hard work, empathy, and leadership through service.
Outside of her professional endeavors, Justine enjoys spending quality time with her family and dogs, as well as exploring new restaurants within her community.
Through her work, Justine McFarland continues to elevate patient care standards while fostering an environment where staff are supported, empowered, and motivated to excel.
Learn more about Justine McFarland:
Through her America’s Best in Medicine profile, https://americasbestinmedicine.com/providers/justine-mcfarland
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