Nursing Director of Medical Surgical Division

Job Summary

The Nurse Director of the Medical Surgical Division will provide strategic leadership and operational management for the Medical Surgical floors, including orthopedics and oncology. This role is responsible for ensuring high standards of patient care, staff development, and departmental efficiency while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes.

Position Purpose

The nurse director is responsible to strategize, direct, coordinate, and promote operational management to meet the needs of the organization. The director will provide oversight in accordance with evidence-based practice, acceptable standards, and hospital policies and procedures to lead and support the service line division/department. The director will facilitate, organize, and provide guidance for planning, priority setting, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of programs of patient care.

What You Will Do

• Celebrates Trinity Health Culture
• Coordinates technical and human resources for 24/7 high-quality, cost-effective departmental operations.
• Establishes and implements professional practice standards for high-quality patient care and timely outcomes.
• Implements and communicates policies, practices, standards, and security measures for consistent operations.
• Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, including health and safety standards.
• Ensures quality nursing care according to the New York Nurse Practice Act and national standards.
• Develops, monitors, and reports on continuous quality improvement activities, balancing creativity and accountability.
• Formulates and manages annual operating and capital budgets, ensuring financial performance.
• Establishes annual departmental goals and represents the department in community and professional activities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and current licensure in the State of New York.
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or nursing, or related field required; Master of Science Degree in Nursing or MBA preferred.
• Specialty credentialing & educational degree according to clinical nursing practice specialty area preferred.
• Maintains all licensures and certifications according to NYS regulations and specialty area requirements.
• At least 7 years professional healthcare experience with 2 years in a supervisory position with progressive management responsibilities required.
• Proven program development, project management, and personnel management experience required.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Position Highlights And Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit packages available through Trinity Health, including medical insurance effective day 1, dental, vision, paid time off, 403B, and education assistance.
• Professional Development: Strong education program, generous tuition allowance and clinical ladder incentives.
• We encourage job share opportunities to enhance satisfaction and growth.
• We encourage participation and support community programs and outreach.
• Scheduling options to balance work/life/school and recreational calendars.

Ministry/Facility Information

Located in the heart of central New York, St. Joseph’s is one of America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery and one of America’s 100 Best for Spine Surgery and Coronary Intervention according to Healthgrades. It is ranked by Consumer Reports among the top 15 heart surgery centers in the country, a designated Stroke Center, a U.S. News “Best Regional Hospital” and “Best Maternity Hospital.” With a comprehensive range of primary-care practices, mental health services, women's and infants' care, and oncology services, St. Joesph’s Health network offers a wide range of innovative, community-based health and wellness programs. Our high-quality specialty and mental health services aim to coordinate the continuum of care, as a compassionate healing presence to improve all aspects of health.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Pay and Benefits

Salary Range: $128,960 - $170,248 Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.