Director of Nursing

Pleasant Lake Villa; Parma (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance incentives

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Pleasant Lake Villa in Parma, OH is a resident-centered skilled nursing and long-term care community seeking a strong Director of Nursing (DON) to lead our nursing department and elevate care for residents.

The DON will plan, organize, and direct all nursing services, ensure regulatory compliance, supervise staff, and partner with the interdisciplinary team to maintain high-quality outcomes and family satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Current Ohio RN license.
• 2–5 years nursing leadership in long-term care.
• Strong understanding of Medicare/Medicaid and MDS processes.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Experience with PointClickCare or similar EMR.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and direction for the nursing department.
• Ensure compliance with state, federal, and CMS regulations.
• Oversee nurse staffing, scheduling, recruitment, and retention.
• Support clinical team in achieving resident outcomes and quality measures.
• Develop and implement policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Conduct regular audits, rounds, and clinical reviews.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team on care planning and assessments.
• Manage infection control, QA/QAPI, and risk management initiatives.
• Participate in surveys, plans of correction, and follow-up processes.
• Provide coaching, performance evaluations, and staff development.
• Maintain strong relationships with residents, families, and staff.

Skills

RN license

Nursing leadership

Regulatory compliance

Communication

EMR experience

Tools

PointClickCare

Job description

Pleasant Lake Villa is a resident-centered skilled nursing and long-term care community committed to high-quality clinical outcomes, teamwork, and compassionate service. We are seeking a strong, engaged, and supportive Director of Nursing (DON) to lead our nursing department and elevate the standard of care for our residents.

The Director of Nursing is responsible for planning, organizing, and directing all aspects of nursing services. This role provides leadership, clinical oversight, regulatory compliance, and team development to ensure the highest quality of resident care. The ideal candidate is a collaborative and hands-on leader with proven long-term care experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and direction for the nursing department
• Ensure compliance with state, federal, and CMS regulations
• Oversee nurse staffing, scheduling, recruitment, and retention
• Support clinical team in achieving excellent resident outcomes and quality measures
• Develop and implement policies, procedures, and best practices
• Conduct regular audits, rounds, and clinical reviews
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team on care planning and resident assessments
• Manage infection control, QA/QAPI, and risk management initiatives
• Participate in facility surveys, plans of correction, and follow-up processes
• Provide coaching, performance evaluations, and ongoing staff development
• Maintain strong, positive relationships with residents, families, and staff

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state
• Minimum 2–5 years of nursing leadership in long-term care required (ADON or DON experience preferred)
• Thorough understanding of Medicare, Medicaid, MDS processes, and long-term care regulations
• Strong leadership, communication, and team-building skills
• Ability to prioritize, multitask, and work in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with EMR systems (PointClickCare preferred)

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Performance-based incentives
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off, paid holidays, and retirement plan options
• Supportive leadership team and stable work environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education

Pleasant Lake Villa – Parma

Rooted in the Community:

Pleasant Lake Villa is proud to serve the Parma community with a tradition of excellence in care. We’re more than a facility—we’re a trusted partner in health and healing.

Our Mission:

“Our Family Caring for Yours” means treating every team member like family. We believe in creating a supportive, respectful, and growth-oriented environment where you can thrive both personally and professionally.

What We Offer Employees:

• A strong sense of purpose and community
• Opportunities to grow your career in skilled nursing, assisted living, rehab, long-term care, and hospice
• Full-time nurse practitioner support and interdisciplinary collaboration
• A workplace that values your unique contributions and encourages continuous learning

We See You as a Whole Person:

Just like our residents, our team members have physical, emotional, social, and intellectual needs. We’re committed to supporting your well‑being and helping you succeed.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all applicants for positions without the regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, or non-job related handicap or disability.