Nursing Director - Ophthalmology & Multi-Branch Care

KPJ Centre For Sight; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

KPJ Centre for Sight is seeking a Nursing Leadership and Operations lead based at the KL branch. The role oversees nursing services across multiple centres, driving clinical governance, patient safety and service excellence.

The incumbent will manage quality programs, regulatory adherence, licensing, MAC coordination, and consultant relationships, while leading staff development and operational efficiency. A strong physician-nursing collaboration is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing with valid Malaysian Nursing Board registration and APC/Annual Practicing Certificate.
• 8–10 years of nursing experience with at least 3–5 years in leadership/management roles.
• Experience in ophthalmology, operating theatre, ambulatory care or private healthcare is advantageous.
• Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee nursing services across all branches, ensuring clinical excellence, patient safety, workforce efficiency and service quality.
• Manage quality assurance programs, clinical audits, SOPs and compliance with MOH, CKAPS and KPJ Group standards.
• Serve as Risk Management Coordinator, overseeing risk assessments, incident reporting, investigations and mitigation plans.
• Coordinate consultant recruitment, onboarding, credentialing and appointment renewals with stakeholders.
• Monitor licensing applications and regulatory inspections for new and existing centres.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

APC registration

Job description

KPJ Centre for Sight is seeking a Nursing Leadership and Operations lead based at the KL branch. The role oversees nursing services across multiple centres, driving clinical governance, patient safety and service excellence.

The incumbent will manage quality programs, regulatory adherence, licensing, MAC coordination, and consultant relationships, while leading staff development and operational efficiency. A strong physician-nursing collaboration is essential.