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RN Director of Nursing (DON)

Lake Pointe Health Center

Lorain, Ohio

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RNLong-term care

Posted Aug 2, 2026 · Last seen active Aug 3, 2026

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Lake Pointe Healthcare Center, a member of the CommuniCare Family of Companies, is currently recruiting an experienced and compassionate RN to lead our nursing team as Director of Nursing. The position of RN Director of Nursing Services will have primary responsibility for administering and coordinating clinical services and programs for residents. The position will directly supervise nurses as nurse manager and be responsible for the day-to-day clinical operations.

Requirements

  • Current RN license
  • Must attend the Director of Nursing Corporate Training within 180 days of starting position
  • 5 years clinical management experience, preferably in a long term care environment
  • Prior DON experience is highly preferred
  • Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines pertaining to long term care administration
  • Strong leadership and organizational skills
  • The ability to communicate well with employees and families about their issues
  • Must maintain CPR certification

Benefits

  • Competitive wages
  • PTO plans
  • Life and disability plans
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Flexible Spending Accounts

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You’re weighing Lake Pointe Health Center in Lorain, Ohio 44053. There isn’t a thick public file yet on units, ratios, residency, or posted pay bands, so the solid ground is simpler: this is a health center in Lorain, inside a…

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  • Located in Lorain, Ohio 44053
  • Ohio is a nursing compact-license state
  • Ohio has a graduated state income tax on the lower side

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Lorain sits along Lake Erie's shore roughly 30 miles west of Cleveland, offering a small-city feel with waterfront parks, a historic lighthouse, and a culturally diverse community. Nurses relocating here will find a quieter pace while staying within easy driving distance of Cleveland's major hospital networks.

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