Director of Nursing RN

MediLodge of Grand Rapids; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Medical benefits

Dental & vision coverage

Prescription insurance

Flexible pay options

Benefits concierge

Pet insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment

401K

Job summary

MediLodge of Grand Rapids is seeking a Director of Nursing (RN) to lead the facility nursing program and supervise clinical staff, ensuring high-quality resident care.

This role requires a state RN license, BSN preferred, and at least three years of director or equivalent supervisory experience, with strong leadership, budgeting, and collaboration across teams.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited nursing program (BSN preferred).
• Valid RN license in the state employed.

Responsibilities

• Plans and guides the professional development of nursing staff.
• R rounds on unit daily; ensure adherence to clinical protocols and nursing policies.

Skills

Staff leadership

Communication

Emergency response

Prioritization

Clinical staff training

Education

RN license

BSN preferred

Job description

Director of Nursing (RN) - Offering a $10,000 Sign-On Bonus

Facility: MediLodge of Grand Rapids

Why MediLodge?

• Michigan’s Largest Provider of long-term care skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation services.
• Employee Focus: We foster a positive culture where employees feel valued, trusted, and have opportunities for growth.
• Employee Recognition: Regular acknowledgement and celebration of individual and team achievements.
• Career Development: Opportunities for learning, training, and advancement to help you grow professionally.
• Michigan Award Winner: Recipient of the 2023 Michigan Employer of the Year Award through the MichiganWorks! Association.

Key Benefit Package Options?

• Medical Benefits: Affordable medical insurance options through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield.
• Additional Healthcare Benefits: Dental, vision, and prescription drug insurance options via leading insurance providers.
• Flexible Pay Options: Get paid daily, weekly, or bi-weekly through UKG Wallet.
• Offering a $10,000 Sign-on Bonus (Limited-Time Available)
• Benefits Concierge: Internal company assistance in understanding and utilizing your benefit options.
• Pet Insurance: Three options available
• Education Assistance: Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment options.
• Retirement Savings with 401K.
• HSA and FSA options
• Unlimited Referral Bonuses.

Summary

The Director of Nursing (DON) manages the facility nursing program with the goal of achieving and maintaining the highest quality of care possible.

Qualifications

Education

• Graduate of accredited school of nursing, BSN preferred.

Licenses/Certification

• Valid RN license in the state employed.
• Valid CPR certification.

Experience

• Three years’ experience as a Director of Nursing, Assistant Director of Nursing, or equivalent supervisory nursing experience.

Job Functions

• Plans and guides the professional development of nursing staff.
• Rounds on unit at least once daily and assures that all clinical protocols and nursing policies and procedures are followed.
• Develops and manages systems to assure clinical competencies and training needs.
• Performs general management functions such as interviewing, hiring, disciplining and evaluating employees.
• Plans and facilitates meetings and committees to address resident care issues.
• Review time sheets for accuracy before payroll.
• Participates in developing, implementing and evaluating programs that promote the recruitment, retention, development and continuing education of nursing staff members.
• Participates in Employee Recognition Program.
• Initiates studies to evaluate effectiveness of nursing services in relation to their objectives and costs.
• Develops and manages staffing schedular system and nurse on call system while ensuring adequate nursing staff are available based on facility/census requirements..
• Develops the department budget for approval, monitors expenses, and remains within budget.
• Investigate and resolve residents/family/employee concerns.
• Pro-actively addresses survey and/or standards of care issues.
• Collect data to compile reports in a timely manner, and to meet deadlines.
• Assure Pharmacy, dietary, physician consults are followed in timely manner.
• Assumes complete responsibilities for the Center in absence of Administrator.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Skilled in directing and motivating the workforce.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their family members, and at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to react decisively and quickly in emergency situations.
• Ability to organize and prioritize.
• Knowledge of training techniques for clinical staff.