Ambulatory Nursing Executive Leader

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO medical plan

Paid Time Off

TRS Retirement Programs

Paid Parental Leave

Wellness programs

Tuition Reimbursement

PSLF Qualified Employer

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center is seeking an experienced Ambulatory Nursing Leader to partner with nursing, physician, and operational leadership across multiple programs, specialties, and sites. This role focuses on clinical excellence, patient safety, regulatory compliance, and fiscal stewardship.

The successful candidate will promote high-reliability, patient-centered care, develop staffing and workflows, and contribute to Magnet and ANCC standards while leading workforce development and

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in a healthcare field required.
• 8 years of progressive healthcare leadership experience, including 5 years in manager-level nursing leadership.
• Current RN license in Texas.
• Experience in an academic medical center and multisite ambulatory networks preferred.
• ANCC Board Certification (NEA-BC, RN-BC, or specialty certification) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multispecialty, multisite ambulatory portfolio with high patient volumes.
• Align ambulatory nursing care models with regulation, safety, and financial goals.
• Develop staffing models across RN, LVN, MA, and clinical support roles; lead recruitment and retention.
• Drive strategies for access, quality, safety, patient experience, and financial sustainability.
• Present to senior leadership and participate in governance structures.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Communication

Staff development

Education

Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN), Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Public Health, or related healthcare field

RN licensure in Texas

Job description

UT Southwestern Medical Center is seeking an experienced Ambulatory Nursing Leader to partner with nursing, physician, and operational leadership across multiple programs, specialties, and sites. This role focuses on clinical excellence, patient safety, regulatory compliance, and fiscal stewardship.

The successful candidate will promote high-reliability, patient-centered care, develop staffing and workflows, and contribute to Magnet and ANCC standards while leading workforce development and