Director of Nursing, RN (DON)

Otterbein Cridersville; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Pet insurance

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

DailyPay access

Tuition reimbursement

Tuition discounts

Crisis fund

Identity theft protection

Job summary

Otterbein SeniorLife in Michigan is seeking a Director of Nursing (DON) to lead the nursing team and ensure high-quality care across all levels of resident needs. You will collaborate with physicians and departments to align clinical services with our Mission and Values.

The role focuses on person-centered care, strong leadership, and budget management while supporting staff development and resident satisfaction in a faith-based, not-for-profit community.

Qualifications

• Graduate nursing program completion and RN licensure in Michigan.
• Strong leadership and management experience.
• Excellent communication and commitment to service.

Responsibilities

• Lead nursing team and ensure 24-hour quality care.
• Oversee nursing department operations across care levels.
• Develop and update policies for licensed areas.
• Collaborate with physicians and health care professionals to ensure exceptional care.
• Engage with residents and families to address needs and exceed expectations.
• Ensure safety, equipment, and supply management for the unit.
• Manage nursing department budget and resources.
• Lead quality assurance and improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership experience

Clinical nursing skills

Communication skills

Education

Graduate of approved nursing program

RN license (Michigan)

Job description

Join Otterbein SeniorLife – a place that ignites your passion. You’ll find days filled with opportunities and memorable experiences. Become part of a team dedicated to caring for others. Career opportunities available for RNs, LPNs, CNAs, Culinary, Maintenance, Accounting, Sales, Marketing, and more.

Where Purpose Lives

Working Together for the Residents

At Otterbein, you are not just an “employee”; you are a partner in care. We believe in working together toward a common goal. Our focus is on person-centered care that honors both residents and their choices. Join a community of talented, kind, wise, funny, spirited, generous, and endearing individuals, among many other wonderful qualities.

What Makes a Meaningful, Rewarding Career?

It’s when you become a part of something bigger. You’re advancing and growing. You’re making a positive impact on the lives of others. It’s when you discover what you were born to do. It’s where you want to be. That’s Otterbein.

Life at Otterbein is progressive, supportive, fun, and inspiring.

• Medical insurance with free virtual doctor visits
• Vision and dental insurance
• Paid time off & paid holidays
• Life insurance
• 401(k)/403(b) with company match
• Employee-sponsored fund for employees in need
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  *Benefits may vary based on position and location.
• Person-centered care
• Low staff-to-resident ratio
• Modern, state-of-the-art communities
• Top-quality equipment
• Safety programs in place
• Online employee platform for peer recognition and engagement
• And more!
• Company-paid CNA classes
• Training programs
• Strong “promote from within” philosophy
• Locations in Ohio, Indiana, and Michigan

Otterbein is a vibrant, faith-based, not-for-profit Senior Living Community that offer Independent and Assisted Living, Nursing Care, Memory Care and Rehabilitation in Ohio, Michigan and Indiana.

The Director of Nursing (DON)is responsible and accountable for the quality of nursing care given to all residents on the campus. This is accomplished by leading the nursing team and collaborating with other departments to ensure health care services are provided in accordance to policies, procedures, and the regulations that govern our community along with the Mission and Values of Otterbein. This position is a key member of the leadership team and reports to the Executive Director.

Responsibilities

• Assures the quality care of residents is provided on a 24 hour basis through training, scheduling, directing, and supervising quality and sufficient staff.
• Oversees all day to day operations of the nursing department in all three levels of care
• Develops and updates appropriate policies and procedures for licensed areas
• Works with the physicians, pharmacists, and other health care professionals and suppliers that are part of the health care team to ensure exceptional care and service is provided
• Works closely with residents, families and responsible parties of the person who resides in our care in all areas of the campus, addressing their concerns, meeting their needs, and exceeding their expectations.
• Assists and leads partners in utilizing appropriate techniques for effective assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation of residents and their needs.
• Develops and implements strong systems to ensure goals are met and medical, psychosocial, emotional, and spiritual needs of residents are addressed by the team
• Ensures the area and its equipment and supplies are neat, clean, safe and utilized appropriately at all times.
• Ensures community and department policies, procedures, and guidelines, as well as local and state regulations, are met and followed by everyone in the area.
• Manages the nursing department budget
• Leads the quality assurance and improvement efforts
• Coaches and teaches partners and works with them to create the Otterbein Experience

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of approved nursing program
• Licensure/Certification: Valid Michigan Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Experience: The successful candidate will have strong clinical skills, effective communication and leadership skills, a commitment to exceptional customer service and previous management experience. The candidate will also need to demonstrate alignment with Otterbein mission and values and have a passion for serving others. At least five year in a nursing leadership role preferred.

BENEFITS*

• Medical Insurance with free virtual doctor visits
• Pet Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional support
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) that accrues immediately from day one
• Access to DailyPay, enabling you to access up to 100% of your earned wages on a daily basis
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year for ANY field of study
• Tuition Discounts through exclusive partnerships with the University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, and Hondros College
• Employee-Sponsored Crisis Fund available for those facing unforeseen challenges
• Legal & Identity Theft Protection

Growth & Development

• University Partnerships with University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, and Hondros College for exclusive tuition discounts
• Multiple Partner Discounts available for various products and services through Access Perks
• Access to 1,000s of hours of personal and professional development material through RightNow Media @ Work

*Some benefits, including PTO and tuition reimbursement, are based on hours worked.

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