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Sr Nursing Director
Job description
We are seeking an experienced and visionary Senior Nursing Director to join our leadership team. Under the direction of the Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) , this role is responsible for leading, implementing, and evaluating nursing operations across Medical-Surgical, Telemetry, Intensive Care (ICU), and Intermediate Care Units . The Senior Nursing Director ensures the delivery of high-quality, patient- and family-centered care while aligning with the mission, values, and strategic goals of the organization.
Key Responsibilities
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Direct the daily operations and resource management of assigned nursing units to support the overall mission and objectives of the health system.
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Provide strategic leadership in collaboration with the CNO to help shape the long-term vision for patient care services and clinical operations.
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Lead and evaluate nursing performance across Medical-Surgical, Telemetry, ICU, and Intermediate Care Units, ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality care.
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Promote and sustain a culture of clinical excellence, collaboration, and accountability among interdisciplinary teams.
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Oversee the implementation of evidence-based practices, performance improvement initiatives, and quality assurance measures.
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Support staff development through coaching, mentoring, and performance evaluations.
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Serve as a key resource for clinical decision-making, regulatory compliance, and accreditation readiness.
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Collaborate with physicians, administration, and other departments to improve patient outcomes and operational efficiency.
Qualifications
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Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of North Carolina (required)
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Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through AHA (required)
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Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification (required within 60 days of hire)
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Specialty nursing certification (preferred)
Must-Haves
- Minimum three years in healthcare management
- NC nursing license
- Minimum 5 years of clinical experience in ICU/CCU
Nice-To-Haves
- will consider other applicable clinical areas in lieu of direct ICU/CCU experience
