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Director of Nursing
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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 (DON) The Oaks | Zanesville, Ohio Lead with Compassion. Inspire Excellence. Make a Difference. The Oaks is seeking an experienced, dedicated Director of Nursing (DON) to lead our nursing team and ensure exceptional clinical care for our residents. If you are a passionate nursing leader who values teamwork, quality care, regulatory excellence, and resident-centered service, we'd love to welcome you to our leadership team. What You'll Do As the Director of Nursing, you will: Provide leadership and oversight for all nursing services. Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations. Promote outstanding clinical outcomes and quality measures. Lead, mentor, and develop nursing managers and frontline staff. Foster a positive culture focused on teamwork, accountability, and resident satisfaction. Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to provide exceptional resident care. Monitor staffing, clinical documentation, infection prevention, and quality improvement initiatives. Prepare for and lead successful state survey readiness efforts. Qualifications Current Ohio RN license in good standing. Previous Director of Nursing or Assistant Director of Nursing experience preferred. Long-term care or skilled nursing leadership experience required. Strong knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and state/federal nursing home regulations. Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Passion for developing staff and creating a positive workplace culture. Why Join The Oaks? Competitive salary. Daily pay offered through TapCheck! Comprehensive benefits package Paid Time Off (PTO) Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance 401(k) with company match Professional development opportunities Supportive leadership team Opportunity to make a lasting impact on residents, families, and staff At The Oaks , we believe great care begins with great leadership. We are committed to creating an environment where residents thrive, employees feel valued, and clinical excellence is the standard every day. Apply today and become part of a team dedicated to providing exceptional care with compassion and integrity. The Oaks is an Equal Opportunity Employer.