Clinical Nurse Leader: Drive Quality & Systems Improvement

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia

Charlottesville (VA)

On-site

USD 100,000 - 155,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Savings
Disability Insurance
HSA/FSA

Job summary

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia is seeking a Clinical Nurse Leader to drive evidence-based practice, improve workflows, and elevate the patient experience across ambulatory clinics. This dedicated CNL role emphasizes quality, outcomes, regulatory readiness, and systems improvement, with autonomy to lead initiatives and collaborate with nursing leadership and interdisciplinary teams.

UVA Health is Magnet-recognized and offers relocation assistance for qualified candidates,

Qualifications

  • Master's or doctoral degree in Nursing.
  • 2 years of RN experience in a relevant practice area.
  • VA nursing license and CNL certification.

Responsibilities

  • Lead quality improvement initiatives from concept through outcome measurement.
  • Evaluate clinical practices and outcomes to identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Support regulatory readiness, accreditation, and compliance across ambulatory clinics.
  • Promote evidence-based practice to strengthen care quality and consistency.
  • Collaborate with nursing leadership, clinic teams, and inter-disciplinary partners to advance strategic initiatives.
  • Analyze data and outcomes to guide decision-making and sustainable improvements.
  • Influence care across multiple ambulatory clinics and specialties.

Skills

Clinical Nurse Leader
Quality improvement
Evidence-based practice

Education

Master's or Doctoral in Nursing

Job description

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia is seeking a Clinical Nurse Leader to drive evidence-based practice, improve workflows, and elevate the patient experience across ambulatory clinics. This dedicated CNL role emphasizes quality, outcomes, regulatory readiness, and systems improvement, with autonomy to lead initiatives and collaborate with nursing leadership and interdisciplinary teams.

UVA Health is Magnet-recognized and offers relocation assistance for qualified candidates,

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