Clinical Director Nursing

Job Summary and Qualifications

As the Clinical Director of Nursing, you are recognized as a clinical leader, ensuring high quality, patient-centered care through oversight of the overall function and staffing of the clinical departments and in the forecasting, planning, and budget monitoring.

You will foster a culture of accountability and collaboration and support the development and implementation of strategies, policies, and procedures in support of facility objectives.

• Leads implementation of evidence-based practices to improve patient safety and quality outcomes, ensuring adherence to clinical standards, legal, and regulatory requirements.
• Drives standardization and efficiency in clinical practice, patient throughput, and care coordination to optimize outcomes, reduce variation, and manage costs.
• Maintains compliance with internal and external benchmarks, accreditations, and regulatory standards, ensuring continuous compliance and pursuit of excellence.
• Champions a culture of service excellence by leveraging feedback, implementing strategic initiatives, and ensuring consistent, positive patient interactions.
• Fosters a high performing, engaged workforce through coaching, recognition, and development strategies, ensuring clinical competence and role alignment.
• Collaborates with leadership to expand services, identify growth opportunities, and implement strategies that drive differentiation and volume.
• Participates in budgeting, monitors financial performance, and implements cost-saving measures while ensuring appropriate staffing and resource utilization.
• Promotes communication and collaboration across departments to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care and optimal staff deployment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing, required.
• Master's Degree, preferred.
• Currently licensed as a registered professional nurse in the state of practice and/or has an active compact license, in accordance with law and regulation.
• 3+ years applicable experience in leadership, required.
• 5+ years applicable clinical experience, required.
• Experience in OR or PACU, preferred.