Director, Nursing- Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center

Job description

Clinical Leadership
• Direct and supervise nursing operations across assigned hospital units or departments.
• Ensure delivery of safe, evidence-based, patient-centered care.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate nursing policies, procedures, and standards of practice.
• Monitor quality indicators and implement performance improvement initiatives.
• Oversee nurse managers, assistant nurse managers, and staff nurse practice and development.

Staff Management
• Recruit, hire, train, mentor, and evaluate nursing staff and nurse managers.
• Maintain appropriate staffing levels and scheduling to support patient care needs.
• Foster a positive work environment focused on teamwork, accountability, and professional growth.
• Address employee performance issues and disciplinary actions as needed.

Regulatory Compliance
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local healthcare regulations, including accreditation standards.
• Maintain readiness for inspections and audits from agencies such as ANC C, DOH, The Joint Commission, and CMS.
• Promote infection prevention, patient safety, and risk management initiatives.

Financial & Operational Oversight
• Assist in developing and managing departmental budgets.
• Monitor labor costs, productivity, and resource utilization.
• Participate in strategic planning and hospital operational initiatives.
• Collaborate with executive leadership on organizational goals and nursing strategies.

Patient Experience & Quality Improvement
• Promote patient experience and quality outcomes.
• Analyze patient care data and implement corrective actions when necessary.
• Lead quality assurance and continuous improvement programs.

Collaboration & Communication
• Work closely with physicians, department leaders, and executive management.
• Participate in hospital committees and leadership meetings.
• Communicate organizational updates and expectations to nursing teams.
• Other duties as assigned
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing Required.
• Master's degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 5–10 years of progressive nursing leadership experience in a hospital or healthcare setting.
• Previous management or director-level experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of hospital operations, accreditation standards, and healthcare regulations.