Director of Nursing (DON) – Long-Term Care & Senior Living
Location: Columbus, OH
Position Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $80,000 – $120,000 per year (commensurate with experience) + Comprehensive Benefits
Position Overview
A premier healthcare organization in the Greater Cleveland area is seeking a skilled and dedicated Director of Nursing (DON) to provide clinical leadership and oversee daily patient care operations. This position offers an exceptional opportunity for an experienced nursing leader with expertise in long-term care, skilled nursing, home health, senior living, or hospice care to foster high-quality, person-centered care and drive clinical excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical & Operational Leadership: Direct and oversee all clinical operations within the nursing department, establishing rigorous standards for quality care, patient safety, and resident satisfaction.
Staff Management & Development: Lead recruitment, onboarding, professional development, and scheduling for nursing staff (RNs, LPNs, and STNAs/Aides). Cultivate a supportive, growth-oriented workplace culture.
Regulatory Compliance & Quality Assurance: Maintain full compliance with federal, state, and local healthcare regulations (CMS and Ohio Department of Health). Ensure continuous survey readiness and oversee quality improvement programs.
Budgetary & Resource Management: Collaborate on nursing department budgets, manage staffing ratios, and optimize resource allocation to support optimal patient outcomes.
Qualifications & Requirements
Licensure: Active, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Ohio.
Leadership Experience: 2–3+ years of progressive nursing leadership experience in long-term care, skilled nursing, or home health (prior experience as a DON, Assistant Director of Nursing / ADON, or MDS Coordinator highly valued).
Regulatory Knowledge: In-depth understanding of state and federal regulatory frameworks, survey procedures, and quality assurance standards.
Key Competencies: Strong team management, effective communication, sound clinical judgment, and proven administrative capabilities.
Benefits
Competitive annual salary ($80,000 – $120,000)
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision health plans
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
Ongoing professional development and leadership support
How to Apply
For confidential consideration or to inquire further about this opportunity, please direct inquiries and resumes to:
Nykki McAdoo
📧 Email: nykki.mcadoo@gogpac.com
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
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