With over 25 years of leadership in executive and nursing home administration, policy, and advocacy, Janine FinckBoyle is a distinguished voice in the aging services space. Currently serving as Senior Vice President of Engagement at the American Association of Post-Acute Care Nursing (AAPACN), she drives member engagement, cultivates strategic partnerships, and elevates the voice of post-acute care nurses on a national scale.
Previously, Janine served as Vice President of Health Policy and Regulatory Affairs at LeadingAge, where she led national advocacy efforts that shaped the regulatory and legislative landscape for aging services providers. In this role, she directed federal regulatory engagement, developed policy positions on key issues impacting skilled nursing and life plan communities, and served as a liaison to agencies including CMS, HHS, and Congress. Her ability to translate complex regulations into practical, provider-ready guidance positioned her as a trusted advisor to both policymakers and providers.
Earlier in her career, she held executive positions including CEO and Nursing Home Administrator at the Washington Home and Hadley Memorial Hospital—where she demonstrated leadership, compassion, and operational excellence, notably closing The Washington Home with care and integrity during its 2016 transition.
Janine Finck-Boyle is a nationally recognized speaker and trusted media contributor in aging services and long-term care. With decades of executive experience in nursing home administration and health policy, she is regularly invited to speak at national and regional conferences, offering strategic insights on federal policy, compliance, regulatory trends, and the future of post-acute care. In the media, Janine is a go-to expert—frequently quoted in leading industry publications and national outlets—where she uses her voice to break down complex regulatory developments and answer critical questions facing providers today. Her commentary spans topics such as federal staffing mandates, infection prevention, reimbursement, and person-centered care. Through interviews, podcasts, and written analysis, her thought leadership continues to shape the national conversation across the continuum of care.
Janine holds a Masters in Business Administration specialized in Health Care Administration, a concentration certificate in Gerontology from Cleveland State University and a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Stonehill College. She has been a licensed nursing home administrator for 25 years.
