Director of Nursing - DON

gpac; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, and vision plans

PTO and holidays

401(k) with employer matching

Leadership development

Job summary

gpac LLC. is seeking a Director of Nursing (DON) to provide clinical leadership and oversee daily patient care operations in the Greater Cleveland area.

This full-time role requires expertise in long-term care, skilled nursing, home health, senior living, or hospice to drive clinical excellence and person-centered care. The DON will lead clinical operations, staff development, regulatory compliance, and budget management to ensure high-quality outcomes and resident satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Ohio.
• 2–3+ years of nursing leadership in long-term care, skilled nursing, home health, or hospice.
• Strong regulatory knowledge of state and federal healthcare requirements.
• Proven administrative and team leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee all clinical operations in the nursing department.
• Lead recruitment, onboarding, scheduling, and staff development.
• Ensure CMS, Ohio DOH compliance and survey readiness.
• Oversee budgeting, staffing ratios, and resource allocation.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Team management

Communication

Clinical judgment

Administrative skills

Education

RN licensed in Ohio (RN)

Job description

Director of Nursing (DON) - Long-Term Care & Senior Living

Location: Greater Cleveland Area, 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

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.