Director-Nursing

SJS HSHS St. John's Hospital; Town of Springfield (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Retirement benefits

Education Assistance

Adoption Assistance

Wellness program

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Job summary

Hospital Sisters Health System seeks an experienced Nursing Leader for the Med Surge department in Springfield, IL. This full-time role focuses on operational leadership, budgeting, and staff development to ensure high-quality patient care.

Ideal candidates possess 5+ years nursing experience, with at least 3 years in leadership. Requires RN licensure in the state of practice and BLS. BSN preferred; Master’s degree is a plus for advancement within HSHS.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing required.
• BSN obtained within 2 years of hire is preferred.
• Master’s degree preferred for leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations within Med Surge and lead department staff.
• Plan, staff, and budget to meet productivity and quality goals.
• Prepare periodic reports for management on performance and finances.
• Lead performance management and staff development efforts.

Skills

Leadership

Nursing experience

Budgeting

Performance management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

BSN within 2 years

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Pay Range: $64.50 - $96.75 A successful candidate's actual pay rate will be based on several factors including relevant experience, skills, training, certifications and education.

Provides oversight and leadership within assigned area of responsibility. Manages the overall operational, budgetary, and financial responsibilities and activities. Plans and implements systems that accomplish work objectives and fulfill the mission and goals efficiently and effectively. Plans and allocates resources to effectively staff department and meet productivity and quality goals. Plans, evaluates, and improves the efficiency of processes and procedures to enhance speed, quality, efficiency, and output. Formulates business decisions that are financially responsible, accountable, justifiable, and defensible in accordance with organization policies and procedures. Establishes and maintains relevant controls and feedback systems to monitor the operation of the department. Reviews performance data that includes quality, satisfaction, engagement, and financial reports. Monitors and measures productivity, goal achievement, and overall effectiveness. Participates in the preparation and maintenance of reports necessary to carry out the functions of the area of responsibility. Prepares periodic reports for management to track goal accomplishment. Leads colleagues using performance management and development process. Directs and plans annual operating budgets and operating performance analysis. Provides professional leadership and guidance in financial reporting and budget preparation. Works closely with leaders to develop and implement budgets. Interprets budgeted statistical and operational data for leadership and the governing board. Evaluates and reports organizational performance against financial goals and objectives as set by the president and the board. Proposes guidelines and develops formats for operating and capital budgets and financial reports. Oversees business operations of the affiliate and exercises discretion and independent judgment. Evaluates performance and professional development of staff. Supervisory authority includes authority to hire, transfer, suspend, layoff, recall, promote, discharge, assign, reward, discipline, responsibly direct or adjust grievances.

Position Specifics

• Department: Med Surge
• Core Function: Leadership
• Schedule: Full time - M-F
• Facility: St. John's Hospital
• Location: Springfield, IL
• Compensation that aligns with your experience

Education Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Nursing is required. May consider candidate who is currently enrolled, and BSN is obtained within 2 years of hire. Master’s degree is preferred.

Experience Qualifications 5 years of nursing experience is required. 3 years of leadership experience or equivalent is required.

Certifications, Licenses and Registrations Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of practice is required. Wisconsin: RNs may practice with a valid multi‑state RN license as outlined in the Nurse Licensure Compact rules. Basic Life Support (BLS) is required.

Job Description

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Throughout communities in Illinois and Wisconsin, 13 hospitals, numerous community-based health centers and clinics, our 13,000+ colleagues have built a culture based on our solid core values of respect, care, competence, and joy. These are the ideals we believe in, work by, and live each day. Built upon more than 145 years of service to the communities we serve, we now look to the future and our place in it as a healthcare system that strives to continually improve processes, procedures, and outcomes with the latest and most advanced technologies and treatments. Regardless of how far our passion for excellence carries us, our focus will always remain on the most important person in our entire organization: The patient.

Imagine an organization where you’re empowered to care for all who need assistance, regardless of means. To provide quality, patient‑centered, holistic care—and build caring relationships. To master innovations that make a profound difference within our halls, throughout our communities, and into the future. All of these aspirations are within your reach at Hospital Sisters Health System, a multi‑institutional health care system serving communities throughout Illinois and Wisconsin.

Benefits

HSHS provides a benefits package designed to support the overall well‑being of our colleagues including their physical, emotional, financial, spiritual, and work health. Colleagues budgeted to work at least 32 hours per pay period are eligible for HSHS benefits. Comprehensive and affordable health coverage includes medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage for full‑time and part‑time colleagues.

• Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance to allow you the flexibility to use your time off as you need.
• Retirement benefits including HSHS contributions.
• Education Assistance benefits include up to $5,250 of educational assistance each calendar year and tuition discounts to select colleges with no waiting period.
• Adoption Assistance provides financial support up to $7,500 for colleagues growing their families through adoption to reimburse application and legal fees, transportation, and more!
• Other benefits include: Wellness program with incentives, employer‑paid life insurance and short‑term and long‑term disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, ID theft coverage, colleague rewards and recognition program, discount program, and more!

HSHS and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). HSHS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce.

Artificial Intelligence Notice

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