Nursing Director: Lead Care & Team Excellence

Socket.dev; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits (medical, dental, vision)

Leadership support

Professional development

Impactful leadership role

Job summary

Socket.dev in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a Director of Nursing (DON) to lead our nursing team, ensure high-quality resident care, and drive clinical excellence in a skilled nursing setting.

The DON will oversee nursing operations, mentor staff, ensure regulatory compliance, and partner with facility leadership to balance clinical priorities with daily workflow. RN licensure in Ohio required, DON experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in Ohio.
• Leadership experience in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting.
• DON experience preferred; ADONs encouraged to apply.
• Knowledge of state and federal long-term care regulations.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Commitment to resident dignity, safety, and quality of care.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction to the nursing department.
• Oversee daily nursing operations and resident care.
• Partner with facility leadership to address clinical priorities.
• Monitor quality indicators and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support accurate clinical documentation and care planning.
• Assist with regulatory and survey readiness.
• Coach, mentor, and develop nursing team members.
• Promote effective communication between nursing, residents, families, and other departments.
• Help establish staffing priorities and maintain appropriate nursing coverage.
• Address clinical concerns promptly and professionally.
• Encourage teamwork, accountability, and consistent standards of care.

Skills

RN license Ohio

Nursing leadership

DON experience

Regulatory knowledge

Communication skills

Staff development

Job description

Socket.dev in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a Director of Nursing (DON) to lead our nursing team, ensure high-quality resident care, and drive clinical excellence in a skilled nursing setting.

The DON will oversee nursing operations, mentor staff, ensure regulatory compliance, and partner with facility leadership to balance clinical priorities with daily workflow. RN licensure in Ohio required, DON experience preferred.