Director, Nursing Clinical Support Services

Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off (PTO)

Retirement plan

Job summary

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is seeking a Director of Nursing who will lead a large nursing organization across hospitals. You will manage Nurse Managers and collaborate with clinical specialists to advance nursing practice and patient care.

You will shape strategic and operational plans, integrate services, and ensure ongoing professional development. The role requires a BSN, a master's degree in a health-related field, Ohio RN license, and 7+ years of progressive

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing is required.
• Master’s degree in health care related field required; Master’s in Nursing preferred.
• Current Ohio License (RN) required.
• Seven years progressive Administrative/Management experience required.
• Professional certification in Nursing Administration or clinical practice desired with attainment within 18 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team that includes Nurse Managers and Assistant Nurse Managers and collaborate with clinical specialists, educators and consultants.
• Oversee multiple units across hospitals and establish a vision and strategic/operational plans for the department and Medical Center.
• Evaluate manager and employee performance and ensure quality patient care and satisfaction.
• Develop policies and procedures to guide and support department services; ensure compliance and resource planning.

Skills

Management experience

Nursing leadership

Policy development

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Master’s degree in health care related field

Master’s degree in Nursing (preferred)

Job description

Job Title

Director, Nursing

Department

Health System Shared Services | Health System Nursing Administration

Scope of Position

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center (OSUWMC) is committed to enhancing the quality of care provided to patients and their family members. The Director of Nursing leads a team that includes Nurse Managers and Assistant Nurse Managers while collaborating with clinical specialists, educators and consultants. With oversight of multiple units across hospitals, the Director of Nursing establishes an environment that supports the professional practice of nursing as essential and integral to patient care. In addition, the Director of Nursing assumes responsibility for determining the vision and direction for the respective area/department(s) with a span of oversight of 300-500 FTEs, determining the strategic and operational plans to support the vision of the department(s) and the Medical Center, operationalizing the plans, and evaluating and or revising the plan as needed.

Position Summary

The Director of Nursing is a role model for transformational leadership and is responsible for managing the operations, evaluating manager and employee performance, demonstrating customer satisfaction (internal and external), and strategic and operational planning and program development. The director serves as a leader and mentor both within the department and throughout OSUWMC. The Director is responsible for: integrating the department’s services with Medical Center primary functions; coordinating and integrating services within the department and with other departments; develop and implement policies and procedures that guide and support the provision of the department’s services; recommend a sufficient number of qualified and competent persons to provide the department’s services; continuously assess and improve the department’s performance; maintain appropriate quality control programs; provide for orientation, professional development, in-service training, and continuing education of all persons in the department; recommend sufficient space and other resources required by the department; participate in the selection of outside services when necessary; and ensure compliance with appropriate patient care and business practices.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing required.
• Master’s degree in health care related field required, Master’s degree in Nursing preferred.
• Current Ohio License required.
• Seven years progressive Administrative/Management experience is required.
• Previous administrative experience in relevant care setting preferred.
• Professional certification in Nursing Administration or clinical practice is desired with an expectation of attainment within 18 months of hire.
• Ongoing: Maintain appropriate license as applicable.
• Meet mandatory educational and health requirements.
• Demonstrate competence in essential job functions.
• Maintain knowledge related to evidence based practice, patient care management, quality improvement, financial management, current policies, procedures and protocols.
• Maintenance of professional certification.

Additional Information

• Location: University Hospital (0870)
• Position Type: Regular
• Scheduled Hours: 40
• Shift: First Shift
• Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check.
• A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

Thank you for your interest in positions at The Ohio State University and Wexner Medical Center.