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Director of Nursing
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What they do
A Director of Nursing manages and supervises all nursing staff at a hospital or long term care facility. Manages communications with physicians, manages budgets and expenses, and assists other administrators with managing operations. Monitors staff schedules and the quality of nursing care at the facility. Maintains professional license or certification requirements.
$119,773 / year median in Ohio
+17% projected growth
Job Description
Director of Nursing Full Time / Salary 1st Shift, Occasional evening and weekends, On Call We are seeking a compassionate, experienced, and visionary Director to lead our nursing team in delivering exceptional, resident-centered care. The Director of Nursing provides strategic and operational leadership for all nursing services, ensuring the highest standards of clinical excellence, regulatory compliance, quality outcomes, and team engagement. The role is ideal for a collaborative leader who is passionate about developing others, fostering a positive workplace culture, and creating an environment where residents and team members thrive. Active and unencumbered RN license in the State of Ohio; Minimum 1-3 years of supervisory experience as a Director of Nursing, ADON, Unit Manager, or similar (5 years preferred); High emotional intelligence with the ability to manage in crisis situation, and navigate difficult conversations with diplomacy and empathy; Long Term Care Experience strongly preferred; In-depth knowledge of MDS and Medical charting capability preferred; Proven knowledge of government/DOH requirements for Survey compliance; Proficient computer skills: PCC, Word, Excel, Outlook, Internet, Government agencies, as well as system/use specific programs;