From Frustration to Fulfillment…How MedBest Turned Client’s 6 Month DON Search into Success!

Facing a critical need for leadership in their care team, a senior living community and their in-house talent acquisition team grappled with the challenge of filling their Director of Nursing position for six long months, leaving the organization feeling the strain of an open key position.

Their team felt that they exhausted the market and in a pivotal moment, made the decision to seek external expertise and reached out to MedBest Recruiting and Kyle Flexsenhar, Executive Recruiter.

Recognizing the urgency and importance of finding the right leader to drive quality care and organizational success, Kyle immediately sprang into action.

Leveraging our deep understanding of the senior living / long -term care industry and extensive network, we crafted a tailored search strategy to identify top-tier candidates who not only possessed the requisite skills and experience but also aligned with the facility’s culture and values.

Our collaborative approach, working closely with the facility’s leadership team, ensured transparency and alignment every step of the way.

Kyle left no stone unturned in our quest to find the perfect fit. After thorough evaluation and rigorous assessment, he presented a Director of Nursing that checked all the boxes.

Our client was thrilled and asked the candidate to interview with three different stakeholders and it was unanimous, this Director of Nursing was the right fit. An offer was made and accepted.

With the successful placement of their new Director of Nursing, the senior living facility experienced a transformative shift. Morale soared, operational efficiency improved, and most importantly, residents received the exceptional care and support they deserved.

The Director of Nursing couldn’t be more thrilled about working for our client and making an immediate difference!  Together, we celebrate not only a successful placement but also the profound impact of finding the right leader to guide their organization toward a future of continued excellence and fulfillment.

About Kyle Flexsenhar

Kyle Flexsenhar, joined MedBest in 2022 as an Executive Recruiter and since then, he’s been on a growth trajectory. In his role, Kyle connects senior living candidates with senior living organizations when there’s a perfect match. He believes that the very nature of his role enables him to also make an impact in the senior living / long-term care industry. Kyle graduated from the University of South Florida with a BA in Management. He excelled in his studies and was a standout on the university’s golf team.

Contact Kyle at kflex@medbest.com/ 727-350-1074.