Director Nursing Services

Lutheran Health Network; Bluffton (IN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Lutheran Health Network seeks a Director of Nursing to provide strategic and operational leadership over a nursing unit. This role directs nursing staff, ensures high quality patient care, and promotes patient safety and evidence-based practice.

The position emphasizes collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, budgeting, staffing optimization, and continuous improvement in care delivery and patient satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field required or seven (7) plus years of direct experience in lieu of a Bachelor's degree
• Master's Degree preferred
• 3-5 years of experience in closely related field with Bachelor's degree required
• 3-5 years of previous leadership experience preferred
• Seven (7) plus years of direct experience in lieu of a Bachelor's degree required

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership, mentorship and professional development opportunities for departmental staff.
• Schedules employees to ensure effective use of resources and collaborates on staffing issues.
• Conducts performance evaluations, sets goals and provides feedback to staff.
• Collaborates with hospital leadership to set strategic direction including budgeting and resource allocation.
• Monitors expenditures and ensures cost-effective delivery of services.
• Oversees infection prevention and quality control within the unit and ensures regulatory compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Time management

Problem-solving

Regulatory compliance

Cross-functional relationships

Professional development

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree preferred

7+ years experience in lieu of a Bachelor's

3-5 years leadership experience preferred

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft 365

Healthcare software systems

Data analysis tools

Job description

Job Summary

The Director, Nursing is responsible for the strategic and operational management of nursing services over a unit within the organization. This leadership position involves directing and supervising nursing staff, ensuring high-quality patient care, promoting patient safety, and implementing evidence-based practices.

Essential Functions

• Provides leadership and oversight to nursing staff, including recruitment, training, performance evaluations, and professional development.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care strategies.
• Manages nursing budgets, resource allocation, and staffing levels to optimize patient care while controlling costs.
• Monitors patient care metrics and work with clinical teams to improve the quality of care and patient satisfaction.
• Serves as a liaison between nursing staff, hospital administration, and other departments to ensure effective communication and collaboration.
• Leads efforts in infection prevention and control within the unit in the way of audits and related education at the direction of nursing leadership and infection prevention.
• Facilitates ongoing education and professional development for the nursing staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Supervision and Staff Management
  • Provides leadership, mentorship and professional development opportunities for departmental staff.
  • Schedules employees to ensure effective use of resources. Consults with leadership on any potential staffing issues.
  • Conducts performance evaluations, sets goals and provides feedback to staff on their performance and development.
• Strategic Planning and Financial Oversight
  • Collaborates with hospital leadership to set the strategic direction for the department, including budgeting, resource allocation and long-term planning.
  • Monitors expenditures, ensuring cost-effective delivery of services.
  • Evaluates and implements new technologies to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Develops and implements departmental policies and procedures and protocols to optimize quality and overall efficiencies.
• Quality Assurance and Regulatory Compliance
  • Ensures compliance with all relevant regulatory bodies. May oversee the accreditation process with relevant agencies ensuring that services meet or exceed industry standards.
  • Participates in audits, inspections and accreditation processes as applicable.
  • Follows established quality control practices to ensure accuracy, consistency and safety.
• Collaboration and Communication
  • Works closely with leadership teams to coordinate and improve service delivery.
  • Stays up-to-date with industry advancements, new technologies, and regulatory changes.
• Staff Responsibilities
  • May work in a staff role, when required. Ensures that duties and responsibilities are fulfilled while meeting all competencies established for that job.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in relevant field required or
• Seven (7) plus years of direct experience in lieu of a Bachelor's degree required
• Master's Degree preferred
• 3-5 years of experience in closely related field with Bachelor's degree required
• 3-5 years of previous leadership experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and manage cross-functional relationships.
• Foster a positive work environment that promotes teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
• Communicate effectively with leadership, team members, and stakeholders.
• Ability to work effectively with others, delegate responsibilities, and independently manage tasks while meeting established deadlines.
• Problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• In depth knowledge of industry best practices and regulatory compliance (if applicable).
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency with Google and Microsoft platforms, healthcare software systems, and data analysis tools.

Licenses and Certifications

• RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required
• ACLs - Advanced Cardiac Life Support required