Director of Nursing

Job Description

Job Description

Director of Nursing (DON)

Are you a nursing leader ready to make a lasting impact? Independence House of Fostoria is seeking an exceptional Director of Nursing (DON) to lead our clinical team and help shape the future of resident care at one of the area's premier skilled nursing communities.

This is more than a Director of Nursing position—it's an opportunity to build an engaged team, influence clinical excellence, and create a culture where both residents and employees thrive. If you're passionate about leadership, quality outcomes, mentoring others, and making a real difference every day, we want to meet you.

At Independence House of Fostoria, we believe great care starts with great people. That's why we invest in our leaders, empower our teams, and foster an environment built on integrity, accountability, compassion, collaboration, and excellence . You'll have the support, resources, and autonomy to lead with confidence while making a meaningful impact on the lives of our residents and staff.

If you're looking for a place where your leadership is valued, your voice is heard, and your work truly matters, this is your opportunity to join a team committed to raising the standard of long-term care.

Job Responsibilities and Duties:

• Assess patients’ health needs and develop and implement care plans

• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed

• Monitor patients’ vital signs and report any changes to the appropriate staff member

• Communicate with patients and families to provide education and support

• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to coordinate care and ensure continuity of treatment

• Document patients’ progress and outcomes using electronic medical records

• Stay up-to-date with current research and best practices in nursing

• Participate in professional development opportunities to maintain and improve skills

• Assist with hands-on patient care as needed to support team

Requirements:

• Current state license as a Registered Nurse (RN)

• Two (2) years supervisory experience preferred

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals

• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills

  Benefits:

• Health Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Disability Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Employee Assistance Program

• 401(k)

• Life Insurance

• Paid Time Off

Additional Benefits:

• Telemedicine: $0 co-pay for telemedicine appointments, providing easy access to medical consultations from the comfort of your home.

• Unlimited Assistance: Receive unlimited support for legal, financial, childcare, elder care, and more—designed to support your personal and family well-being.

• Mayo Clinic Programs: Access exclusive programs from the Mayo Clinic, including resources for workouts, lifestyle, mental health, and diet to promote a balanced and healthy lifestyle.

These additional benefits are available to you without reducing your take-home pay!

We only accept resumes and applications submitted directly through our Applicant Tracking System for posted positions. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party agencies, recruiters, or staffing firms. Company employees and hiring managers are not authorized to enter into agreements or otherwise bind the company with respect to recruiting services. Any resumes submitted without a signed written agreement by the Executive Vice President of Recruitment will be considered unsolicited, and no fees will be owed.