Mobile Director of Nursing (RN)

Job Description

Job Description

Mobile Director of Nursing (RN) - Lead Exceptional Care Across Ohio

At Garden Springs Healthcare, we understand that finding the right skilled nursing care for your loved one is crucial. With a commitment to providing exceptional care and a compassionate environment, Garden Springs proudly manages 8 facilities across Ohio.

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Mobile Director of Nursing (RN) to provide executive nursing leadership across our growing network of skilled nursing and rehabilitation centers throughout Ohio. As our Mobile DON, you will serve as the acting Director of Nursing at facilities during leadership transitions, vacancies, leaves of absence, or other operational needs, ensuring exceptional clinical outcomes and continuity of resident care.

Responsibilities:

As the Mobile Director of Nursing, you will assume full responsibility for all nursing operations at your assigned facility, including:

• Providing day-to-day leadership of the Nursing Department

• Ensuring compliance with CMS, Ohio Department of Health, and company standards

• Maintaining survey readiness and leading facilities through state and federal surveys

• Overseing staffing, scheduling, and labor management

• Leading Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives

• Mentoring and developing nurse managers, supervisors, and clinical staff

• Monitoring clinical outcomes and implementing performance improvement strategies

• Collaborating with facility administrators, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams

• Assisting with recruitment, onboarding, and transition of newly hired Directors of Nursing

• Identifying operational opportunities and implementing corrective action plans

• Ensuring outstanding resident care and customer service throughout each assignment

Requirements:

• Active Ohio Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive nursing leadership experience

• At least 2 years as a Director of Nursing in a skilled nursing facility

• Extensive knowledge of CMS Regulations, Ohio Department of Health requirements, QAPI, Infection Prevention, and Long-Term Care Survey Process

• Strong leadership, communication, coaching, and organizational skills

• Ability to quickly assess operations and lead teams through change

Travel Requirements:

• Be willing to travel throughout Ohio

• Stay overnight when business needs require

• Possess a valid driver's license and reliable transportation

• Be available for occasional evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call support

• Travel expenses are reimbursed in accordance with company policy.

Why Join Garden Springs Healthcare?

At Garden Springs Healthcare, we believe strong clinical leadership changes lives. Our Mobile Directors of Nursing serve as trusted clinical experts who help facilities succeed while mentoring future leaders across our organization. You'll enjoy:

• Competitive salary

• Comprehensive benefits package

• Paid Time Off

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

• 401(k) with Company Match

• Mileage and travel reimbursement

• Leadership development opportunities

• Corporate clinical support

• Opportunity to influence multiple facilities and make a lasting impact

• A collaborative culture focused on excellence in resident care

About Garden Springs Healthcare:

Garden Springs Healthcare is a growing Ohio-based provider of skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and long-term care services committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care to every resident. Our success is built on strong leadership, clinical excellence, and a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Apply Today:

If you're an experienced Director of Nursing looking for a dynamic leadership role where you can make a difference across multiple communities, we'd love to hear from you. Join our team and start leading exceptional care across Ohio!