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.
Director of Nursing At Adena Health, professional roles shape the systems, strategy, and operational excellence that support patient care across Southern Ohio. These positions are a great fit for leaders and specialists who value purpose-driven work and community impact.
Mission Statement:
"Called to serve our communities".
Guiding Principle:
"Let all that you do be done in love".
Vision:
To be the region's most trusted partner in healthcare.
Values:
Compassion, Excellence, Integrity, and Trust.
Position Highlights:
Position:
Director of Nursing Salary:
Offers based on experience
Work Life Balance:
Full-Time |
Day Shift Salary Location/Department:
Greenfield, Ohio - Adena At Adena Health, professional roles shape the systems, strategy, and operational excellence that support patient care across Southern Ohio. These positions are a great fit for leaders and specialists who value purpose-driven work and community impact. Why Adena? Community-centered decision making Leadership visibility and cross-functional collaboration Competitive compensation and benefits Growth-focused culture Opportunity to influence real healthcare outcomes Does Adena offer growth opportunities? Growth at Adena isn't one-size-fits-all. It's built through relationships, mentorship, and opportunity. Caregivers are encouraged to explore career paths that fit their strengths and interests through: Emerging leader and leadership development programs Tuition assistance and education support Skill-building and lateral career opportunities Visibility with leaders who recognize potential early
What You'll Do Position Summary:
The Director Nursing has 24-hour responsibility for the operations of patient care departments and other assigned services at Adena Health System. Leads a team of managers and specialists for multiple units and/or prompts in establishing an environment that supports the professional practice of nursing as essential and integral to patient care.
The Director is responsible for:
managing department operations including determining the vision and direction for the respective area/department(s); determining strategic and operational plans to support the vision of the department(s) and health system, optimizing the plans, and evaluating/revising the plans as needed; coordinating/integrating services within the department and with other departments in line with Adena's mission/vision/values; resource management including recommending an appropriate staffing plan, space management and selection of outside services when necessary; staff development including orientation, professional development, in-service training, continuing education, and evaluating manager and employee performance; demonstrating customer satisfaction (internal and external); developing/implementing policies and procedures that guide and support the provision of department services; maintaining appropriate quality control programs and ensuring compliance with appropriate patient care and business practices; maintaining infection control standards; and implementing appropriate patient safety protocols as necessary. The Director serves as a leader and mentor both within the department and throughout the health system, adhering to Adena's mission, vision, value, and service statements and demonstrating positive customer relations both internal and external.
Master's Degree required; current employees must obtain within 24 months of hire
Major/Area of Concentration:
Nursing, Business Preferred Education:
MSN, MHA, MBA or other related post graduate degree.
Required Certifications, Credentials and Licenses:
RN - Registered Nurse with Current Ohio License. Department specific or administrative certifications. BLS completed within 90 days of hire. Specialty certifications to be completed within 36 months of hire.
Preferred Certifications, Credentials and Licenses:
Required Experience:
3-5 years Management or related work experience Why Caregivers Stay? Reliable compensation Strong healthcare coverage options 3.5% retirement match with automatic annual increase PTO that grows with tenure Visible leadership impact within a regional health system Ready to Explore? If you're seeking meaningful professional work where strategy meets community impact — we'd love to connect. Apply today to be connected directly with a Talent Acquisition representative! Adena Health System is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability or any other protected class
