Director of Nursing, RN (DON)

Otterbein SeniorLife • Jackson, MI

5d

About The Position

The Director of Nursing (DON) is accountable for the quality of nursing care provided to residents on the campus. The role leads the nursing team and collaborates with other departments to ensure health care services comply with community policies, procedures, applicable regulations, and Otterbein’s Mission and Values. As a key member of the leadership team, the DON reports to the Executive Director.

Requirements

• Graduate of an approved nursing program.
• Valid Michigan Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Strong clinical skills.
• Effective communication and leadership skills.
• Commitment to exceptional customer service.
• Previous management experience.
• Demonstrated alignment with Otterbein’s mission and values and a passion for serving others.

Nice To Haves

• At least five years in a nursing leadership role is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality resident care is provided around the clock by training, scheduling, directing, and supervising sufficient staff.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the nursing department across all three levels of care.
• Develop and update policies and procedures for licensed areas.
• Collaborate with physicians, pharmacists, other health care professionals, and suppliers to provide exceptional care and service.
• Work with residents, families, and responsible parties to address concerns, meet needs, and exceed expectations.
• Assist and lead partners in effective assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation of residents and their needs.
• Develop and implement systems to meet goals and address residents’ medical, psychosocial, emotional, and spiritual needs.
• Ensure department areas, equipment, and supplies are neat, clean, safe, and appropriately used.
• Ensure community and department policies, procedures, guidelines, and local and state regulations are followed.
• Manage the nursing department budget.
• Lead quality assurance and improvement efforts.
• Coach and teach partners and work with them to create the Otterbein Experience.

Benefits

• Medical insurance with free virtual doctor visits
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Pet insurance
• Life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid time off (PTO), accruing from day one
• Access to DailyPay to access up to 100% of earned wages daily
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per year for any field of study
• Tuition discounts through partnerships with the University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, and Hondros College
• Employee-sponsored crisis fund
• Legal and identity theft protection
• Multiple partner discounts through Access Perks
• Access to personal and professional development materials through RightNow Media @ Work

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed