Director of Nursing / Health Care Coordinator
Otterbein · Gahanna, Ohio · Posted Jul 2, 2026
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Overview
The role of the Health Care Coordinator which is commonly called a Director of Nursing is a unique opportunity for an RN with leadership/management experience in long term/skilled nursing care and providing services to elders.
At Otterbein, you’re more than an employee, you’re a Partner in Caring. Together, we work side by side toward a shared goal: delivering person-centered care that respects every resident and the choices they make.
Whether in our vibrant communities, our welcoming small house neighborhoods, Home Health, Hospice or Home Office, we provide the highest level of compassionate, quality care.
Join our team of Partners who are talented, kind, wise, funny, spirited, generous, endearing, and truly one-of-a-kind.
If you are interested in leading an innovative care model featuring person centered care in a homelike setting, empowered self-directed work team, lower staff ratios, a place that encourages personal relationships, this opportunity may be for you.
Responsibilities
An applicant should have an interest in caring for the overall best interest of the elders and must have an understanding of the requirements of the position.
Obtains daily report from the clinical support nurses (daily rounds are effectively conducted)
Discusses observations/concerns about clinical compliance with the CST nurses or care coordinator
Monitors compliance of collection and submission of MDS data
Reviews and assures that staff is compliant with in-service requirements and program for self-development
Monitors Quality Indicators and coordinates Quality Improvement
Monitors clinical budget and acts as a fiscal steward
Completes incident reporting and follow up
Acts as a liaison with the Medical Director(s) and completes Monthly Reports and Quarterly QI initiatives
Effectively performs performance management and hiring practices
Acts as a liaison with our health-care vendors
Covers floor as appropriate
Acts as a liaison with families when appropriate
Qualifications
Education : BA or BS in related field preferred
Licensure/Certification: Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Ohio
Experience: Excellent knowledge of and nursing experience in a long term care setting
Strong clinical skills related to elder care both in long term care and short stay post-acute rehabilitation settings
Computer skills: Outlook, Word, Excel and E-mars preferred
Excellent attention to detail
BENEFITS*
Health Wellness
Medical Insurance with free virtual doctor visits
Vision Dental Insurance
Pet Insurance
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional support
Financial Security
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match
Paid Time Off (PTO) that accrues immediately from day one
Paid Holidays for a healthy work-life balance
Access to DailyPay, enabling you to access up to 100% of your earned wages on a daily basis
Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year for ANY field of study
Tuition Discounts through exclusive partnerships with the University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, and Hondros College
Employee-Sponsored Crisis Fund available for those facing unforeseen challenges
Legal Identity Theft Protection
Growth Development
University Partnerships with University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo , and Hondros College for exclusive tuition discounts
Multiple Partner Discounts available for various products and services through Access Perks
Access to 1,000s of hours of personal and professional development material through RightNow Media @ Work
*Some benefits, including PTO and tuition reimbursement, are based on hours worked.
Why work for Otterbein SeniorLife:
For more than 100 years, Otterbein has provided senior housing options rooted in respect and community. We’re a non-profit 501(c)(3) health and human service organization, so our values and initiatives are focused on serving our residents.
Otterbein SeniorLife consists of lifestyle communities, revolutionary small house neighborhoods, home health, and hospice care in Ohio and Indiana. We offer different lifestyle options for seniors through independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, rehab, memory support, respite care, in-home care, and hospice services.
Apply today and begin a meaningful career as a Director of Nursing / Health Care Coordinator at Otterbein!