Become a Director of Nursing (DON) at JAG Healthcare
Lead a nursing team committed to compassionate care, clinical excellence, and meaningful resident outcomes. Join JAG Healthcare and help create an environment where residents receive exceptional care and employees feel supported, valued, and empowered to succeed.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Leading with Compassion. Supporting Care Teams. Elevating Resident Care.
As the Director of Nursing (DON) at JAG Healthcare, you’ll provide leadership, guidance, and clinical oversight to the nursing department while helping ensure residents receive safe, compassionate, and high-quality care.
You’ll work closely with the Licensed Nursing Home Administrator, nursing leadership, physicians, department managers, residents, and families to support strong clinical outcomes and a positive resident experience. From mentoring nursing staff and strengthening care practices to overseeing compliance and quality improvement, your leadership will help shape the culture of the entire facility.
This is an opportunity for an experienced nursing professional to lead with purpose, build a strong and dependable team, and make a meaningful impact on residents, families, and employees.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
Qualifications
- Current, active Registered Nurse license in the State of Ohio
- Previous nursing leadership experience required
- Director of Nursing, Assistant Director of Nursing, unit management, or comparable supervisory experience preferred
- 5 years of experience in skilled nursing, rehabilitation, long-term care, or a related healthcare setting strongly preferred
- Strong knowledge of clinical nursing practices, resident care, documentation, and regulatory compliance
- Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop nursing teams
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while remaining calm and professional
- Experience with quality improvement, survey preparation, and clinical performance monitoring preferred
- Compassionate, accountable, and resident-centered leadership style
Ideal Canidates
- Leads with compassion, professionalism, and integrity
- Builds trust and accountability throughout the nursing department
- Is visible, approachable, and willing to support the team
- Values both resident care and employee development
- Communicates clearly with residents, families, staff, and healthcare partners
- Responds calmly and effectively to changing clinical needs
- Uses data, observation, and collaboration to improve care practices
- Understands the importance of documentation and regulatory compliance
- Creates a culture where employees feel supported while maintaining high expectations
- Is committed to delivering safe, person-centered care
WHY YOU’LL LOVE JAG
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
The Director of Nursing leads the facility’s nursing department and oversees the delivery of resident care. Responsibilities commonly include supervising nursing staff, monitoring clinical practices, supporting staffing, maintaining compliance, addressing resident and family concerns, and leading quality improvement efforts.
Yes. Applicants must hold a current, active Registered Nurse license in the State of Ohio.
Yes. This is a senior nursing leadership position, so previous supervisory or management experience is required. Experience as a Director of Nursing, Assistant Director of Nursing, unit manager, or another nursing leadership role is strongly preferred.
Previous experience in skilled nursing, rehabilitation, or long-term care is strongly preferred because the role involves specialized resident care, documentation, staffing, compliance, and interdisciplinary coordination.
The Director of Nursing plays a major role in nursing staffing and coverage. Depending on the facility, the DON may work closely with an Assistant Director of Nursing, scheduler, unit managers, and the Licensed Nursing Home Administrator to address staffing needs and maintain appropriate coverage.
Yes. The Director of Nursing helps prepare the nursing department for regulatory surveys, supports the survey process, responds to clinical findings, and assists with corrective actions and ongoing compliance efforts.
The DON’s primary responsibility is nursing leadership and clinical oversight. However, the Director of Nursing must remain familiar with residents’ needs and may provide clinical support or direct assistance when necessary.
Depending on the facility, yes. Some JAG Healthcare locations care for residents living with dementia, memory loss, behavioral health needs, or cognitive impairments. The Director of Nursing helps ensure care approaches are individualized, respectful, safe, and consistent with each resident’s needs and care plan.
Benefits vary depending on employment status and the specific position. Eligible team members may have access to health insurance, paid time off, retirement benefits, and other employment benefits offered by JAG Healthcare.
READY TO JOIN THE TEAM?
We’re excited you’re considering a career with JAG Healthcare!
Apply Online: Complete the application form below and upload your resume to get started. Our hiring team will review your information and contact you if your qualifications match one of our available opportunities.
Prefer to Apply in Person? Click the Application button to download a printable application. Bring your completed application to any JAG Healthcare facility. We’d love the opportunity to meet you, answer your questions, and help you take the next step in your career.