Ambulatory Nurse Director

Lawrence Healthcare; Walnut Ridge (AR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free/low-cost health insurance

Dental & vision insurance

Employer-paid life & AD&D insurance

Emergency ambulance coverage

Tuition assistance

Sign-on bonuses

Paid time off from Day 1

Paid holidays

EAP

Retirement plan with employer match

PSLF support

Employee recognition program

Job summary

Lawrence Healthcare seeks an Ambulatory Nursing Director to oversee nursing operations across Family Medical Center, WBU and Outpatient Nursing, ensuring safe, high‑quality patient care. You will lead nursing staff, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive patient satisfaction and efficiency.

Requires AR RN licensure, BSN, and preferred leadership experience with BLS on hire. Excellent collaboration with physicians and departments is essential.

Qualifications

• Must hold RN license in good standing in Arkansas.
• BSN required.
• Previous clinical leadership experience preferred.
• BLS upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Oversee nursing operations and clinical services to ensure safe, high‑quality patient care.
• Provide leadership and direction to nursing staff and promote staff development.
• Collaborate with physicians, clinic leadership and other departments to improve outcomes and staffing.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Regulatory compliance

Staff development

Collaboration

Education

BSN

RN license in Arkansas

BLS certification

Job description

Job Summary

The Ambulatory Nursing Director is responsible for overseeing nursing operations and clinical services within Family Medical Center, WBU and Outpatient Nursing to ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality, and efficient patient care. This role provides leadership and direction to nursing staff, supports compliance with applicable healthcare regulations and organizational policies, and promotes patient satisfaction, staff development, and operational efficiency. The Director collaborates with physicians, clinic leadership, and other departments to improve clinical outcomes, maintain appropriate staffing, and support the overall goals of the organization.

Qualifications and Job Requirements

Must hold a valid and active license in good standing as an RN in the state of Arkansas. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required. Previous clinical leadership experience preferred. Must have BLS upon hire.

Benefits & Perks

• Free, low-cost and PRN health insurance options
• Dental and vision insurance
• Employer-paid life & AD&D insurance ($15,000)
• Emergency Ground/Air Ambulance coverage
• Voluntary supplemental insurance options:
  • Life Insurance
  • Spouse and Child Life Insurance
  • Short-Term Disability (STD)
  • Long-Term Disability (LTD)
  • Critical Illness Insurance
  • Accident Insurance
  • Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Accrue Paid Time Off (PTO) starting on Day 1
• Paid Holidays and Compassionate leave
• Sign-On Bonuses & Employee Referral Incentives
• Tuition Assistance, Educational Incentives and Career Development Opportunities
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) support program
• Employee Recognition Program - Bee & Daisy

Exclusive Employee Discounts

• 100% discount on Outpatient Services
• 20% discount on Inpatient and Emergency Room services
• $15 Copay for Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy (PT/OT/ST)
• Copay/Deductible waived for services at Family Medical Center when enrolled in our POS insurance plan only
• Discounts available for eligible immediate family members
• Convenient payroll deduction for hospital services, OTC medications, fitness membership and scrubs
• Please note not all benefits apply to all jobs.

Lawrence Healthcare complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources, [e-mail]

The health and safety of our employees, residents, and patients is a priority. To this end, Flu vaccinations will be a condition of employment with the exception of an approved accommodation. Vaccines are offered free of charge.

Lawrence Healthcare has designated this position as safety sensitive.

Lawrence Healthcare participates in E-Verify.

Lawrence Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.