Director of Nursing

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, direction, and oversight for all nursing services across six ICF locations.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, pharmacists, and interdisciplinary leaders to promote positive resident outcomes and coordinated care.
• Ensure compliance with all healthcare regulations, certification standards, infection prevention protocols, and organizational policies.
• Manage nursing department staffing, scheduling, labor resources, and 24/7 coverage to meet resident care needs.
• Oversee nursing-related quality improvement initiatives, clinical reviews, and corrective action plans to enhance care delivery.
• Serve as the nursing liaison to pharmacy services, including oversight of medication management processes, medication errors, and pharmacy compliance.
• Manage departmental budgets, monitor expenses, and ensure effective utilization of resources.
• Serve as pivotal player in clinical leadership committees (e.g., Quality Improvement Committee, Infection Prevention Committee, Corporate Compliance Committee, Pharmacy Committee, Safety Committee, Clinical Leadership/Interdisciplinary Committee,) as assigned.
• Oversee nursing assessments, admissions processes, clinical documentation, and delegated nursing programs to ensure quality care and regulatory compliance.
• Promote employee engagement, professional development, and a culture of accountability that supports Hattie Larlham's mission, values, and commitment to excellence.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.
• Minimum five (5) years of direct RN and/or LPN nursing experience in a hospital, long-term care, long-term acute care, or ID/DD setting.
• Minimum three (3) years of progressive nursing leadership experience.
• Active Ohio Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing required. Maintain licensure renewal with active status and without disciplinary action is required to maintain employment in this position.
• Working knowledge of CMS regulations and healthcare compliance standards.
• BLS/CPR certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Valid Ohio driver's license required. Ability to travel throughout the state of Ohio as needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to travel throughout the state of Ohio as needed.

Skills

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Proven ability to manage budgets and resources effectively.
• Experience with regulatory compliance and healthcare standards.

Benefits

• Competitive Rates - Commensurate with experience.
• Earned Wage Access – Access your earned wages prior to Pay Day!
• Paid Training - Learn your role with hands-on position specific training.
• Get Recognized – Your hard work will be rewarded with special event meals, gift card drawings, service recognition, awards, and numerous opportunities to win things like tickets, gift cards, and so much more!
• Paid Time Off - Work hard and relax. We all need a vacation every now and then and it's pretty cool when we're paid to relax!
• Wellness - Health Insurance Eligibility 1st of the Month After Hire – multiple Medical Plan Options, Dental, and Vision Plans, Free Life Insurance Policy, Employer Match Retirement Program, Employee Referral Bonus Program, and much more.

About

Hattie Larlham is a not-for-profit disability service organization providing care and support to over 1,600 children and adults throughout Ohio. Because we believe life is sacred, Hattie Larlham enhances the quality of life for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families through our commitment to comfort, joy and achievement. Our compassionate and dedicated staff focuses on creating a nurturing environment in which individuals have opportunities to learn, have fun, feel safe, loved, and make choices about what happens in their lives.