Director of Nursing

State of Ohio; Tiffin (OH); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking state agency is seeking a dedicated Director of Nursing to lead a team in providing exceptional care to individuals with developmental disabilities. This crucial role involves supervising nursing staff, ensuring compliance with healthcare standards, and overseeing the medical care of residents. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in nursing, management experience, and a passion for supporting the community. Join a mission-driven organization that values inclusion, partnership, and respect, and make a significant impact on the lives of Ohioans. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to shape the future of nursing in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Medical Coverage

Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance

Paid time off including vacation and holidays

Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave

Education and Development Opportunities

Public Retirement Systems

Qualifications

• Requires a current RN license in Ohio and 36 months of psychiatric nursing experience.
• Experience in management and supervision is essential.

Responsibilities

• Supervise nursing staff and ensure compliance with medical standards.
• Oversee medical care and coordinate with physicians and pharmacies.

Skills

Nursing

Decision Making

Leading Others

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Education

Undergraduate core program in nursing

Tools

Medical Charting

Medication Management

Health Administration

Behavioral Health

Executive Leadership

Job description

Job Description - Director of Nursing (250000W5)

Organization

Agency Contact Name and Information: Karen Ringle - HR Manager, E-Mail: [e-mail], Phone: [phone]

Unposting Date

Feb 19, 2025, 4:59:00 AM

Work Location

Tiffin Developmental Center 600 North River Road Tiffin 44883

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Seneca County-Tiffin

Compensation: 50.09

Schedule

Full-time

Work Hours: Varies - must be available for all shifts

Union: Exempt from Union

Primary Job Skill

Nursing

Technical Skills: Medical Charting, Medication Management, Behavioral Health, Executive Leadership, Health Administration

Professional Skills: Decision Making, Leading Others, Problem Solving, Teamwork, Confidentiality

Agency Overview

About the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities - Tiffin Developmental Center (TDC)

Mission: DODD will partner with people and communities to support Ohioans with developmental disabilities and their families in realizing their version of a good life.

Vision: Ohio is the heart of opportunity, and we envision Ohio as the best place in the nation for people with developmental disabilities to thrive.

Values: Our core values reflect our focus on the experience of each person we support:

1. Inclusion – We create environments, programs and processes that value those we support and encourage participation.
2. Partnership – We work together to build connections that are essential for innovative support options and representative of the needs and wants of people with developmental disabilities.
3. Respect – We are kind and empathetic, honor the choices and wishes of those we support and their families and conduct our work ethically and sustainably.

TDC is a residential facility located in Northwest Ohio. We support youth aged 10-17 and adults with developmental disabilities. We have a large rural campus which provides opportunities for our residents to be active in addition to being part of our community. Our direct care staff and nurses provide 24/7 care to the individuals who call TDC home. We focus on support and stabilization so our individuals can integrate into an environment that best meets their wants and needs.

Job Description

What you will do as the Director of Nursing:

• Supervise nursing staff (combination of LPNs and RNs) on all shifts - this includes completing performance evaluations, determining staffing needs, assigning duties, coaching/mentoring, training, conducting staff meetings, addressing performance/attendance issues and complying with the provisions in the collective bargaining agreements. This position also supervises the Dietitian and Licensed Physical Therapist.
• Oversee the medical care of the residents by ensuring standards of practice are followed, coordination of clinics and other specialty needs with physicians and other providers, and work with pharmacies to ensure correct medications and doses are received.
• Contribute as a member of various facility committees - i.e. Executive Staff, Administrative Policy & Procedure, Nursing Policy & Procedure, Infection Control, Admission/Discharge, Human Rights, Incident Review, and Electronic Health Records.
• Ensure compliance with CMS standards for Intermediate Care Facilities for Intellectually/Developmentally Disabled and develop plans of correction when deficiencies are found.
• Train all staff on nursing/medical related topics as needed.
• Work varied hours to ensure contact with all three shifts and may work as a shift nurse during times of staff shortages.

Why Work for the State of Ohio

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website. Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

Requires current license as registered professional nurse in state of Ohio as issued by Board of Nursing & nursing registration per Section 4723.03 of Revised Code; 36 mos. exp. in psychiatric nursing or delivery of nursing services to persons with developmental disabilities; completion of undergraduate core program in nursing; 30 mos. trg. or 30 mos. exp. in management; 30 mos. trg. or 30 mos. exp. in supervision; 18 mos. trg. or 18 mos. exp. in public relations; 18 mos. trg. or 18 mos. exp. in counseling.

-Or equivalent of the Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above may be substituted for the experience requirements, but not for the mandated licensure.

Job Skills: Nursing

Supplemental Information

May be exposed to unpredictable resident behavior and communicable diseases.

The State of Ohio is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of applicants or employees as defined in applicable federal law, state law, and any effective executive order.

To request a reasonable accommodation due to disability, please contact ADA Coordinator Renae Wallace at 614-752-3011 or by email at [e-mail].

The final candidate selected for the position will be required to submit to urinalysis prior to the appointment to test for illegal drug use. An applicant with a positive test result will not be offered employment.

The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Rule 5123-2-02 “Background Investigations for Employment,” outlines disqualifying offenses that will preclude an applicant from being hired by the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities.

Due to the unclassified status of this position, a more detailed background check is required in addition to the criminal background check.

ADA Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.