Director of Nursing Ottawa

Join the Team at Ottawa Health Care Center — Now Under New Management!

Ottawa Health Care Center is under new management, and we’re building a team focused on exceptional resident care, strong leadership, and a positive workplace culture.

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Director of Nursing (DON) who is ready to make an impact and help lead our nursing team forward. The ideal candidate brings genuine empathy, patience, strong leadership, and a commitment to providing high-quality care to every resident.

We believe great healthcare starts with great people. Our pillars for successful employment are work ethic, integrity, and competence , and we are looking for a DON who embodies these values while supporting, developing, and motivating their team.

If you are an experienced nursing leader looking for an opportunity to help shape a growing team and make a meaningful difference, we want to hear from you!

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.