Director of Clinical Services ( RN )

NHS Management, LLC; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Blue Cross Blue Shield HealthInsurance

Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

Professional and LeadershipDevelopment

Job summary

Aspire Physical Recovery Center at Hoover is seeking an experienced Director of Clinical Services (DON) to lead our nursing department and shape patient care in Hoover, AL. This executive nursing leadership role focuses on clinical excellence, staff development, and strong community partnerships.

We seek a hands-on clinical leader who builds strong nursing teams, mentors future leaders, and ensures compliance with regulations while improving outcomes and employee engagement across the facility.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Alabama in good standing.
• Experience in nursing leadership and clinical management.
• Previous DON or Director of Clinical Services experience preferred.
• Experience in long-term care, rehabilitation, or post-acute leadership preferred.
• Strong knowledge of clinical operations, quality improvement, staffing, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily nursing operations and clinical services.
• Recruit, coach, develop, and retain nursing staff and clinical leaders.
• Establish and maintain high standards of patient care and safety.
• Monitor clinical quality, documentation, staffing, and care planning.
• Lead quality improvement, infection prevention, and survey readiness initiatives.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapy, pharmacy, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Partner with the Executive Director to support facility operations, clinical outcomes, and employee development.

Skills

RN license Alabama

Nursing leadership

Clinical management

Regulatory compliance

Survey readiness

Staff coaching

Communication

Job description

JOB DETAILS

Director of Clinical Services / Director of Nursing (DON) – RN

Aspire Physical Recovery Center at Hoover

Hoover, Alabama | Birmingham Metro Area

Full-Time | Executive Nursing Leadership

Competitive Compensation – Based On Experience

Relocation Assistance Considered for Qualified Candidates

Lead Clinical Excellence. Develop People. Strengthen Our Community.

Aspire Physical Recovery Center at Hoover is seeking an experienced, forward-thinking Director of Clinical Services (DON) to lead our nursing department and help shape the future of patient care.

We're looking for a hands-on clinical leader who knows how to build strong nursing teams, develop future leaders, strengthen clinical outcomes, and create a culture where employees feel valued, supported, and accountable.

Our rehabilitation environment gives you the opportunity to lead a team caring for patients recovering from hospitalization, surgery, illness, and injury while helping them regain strength and independence.

We want a leader who doesn't just manage a department—but becomes part of the facility and the community we serve.

Why Join Aspire Hoover

• Executive nursing leadership opportunity
• Collaborative partnership with an engaged Executive Director
• Opportunity to mentor and develop nursing leaders
• Strong focus on clinical excellence and patient outcomes
• Build relationships with patients, families, and community healthcare partners
• Influence nursing culture, employee engagement, and retention
• Professional growth and leadership development
• Relocation assistance considered for qualified candidates

What You’ll Lead

• Direct daily nursing operations and clinical services
• Recruit, coach, develop, and retain nursing staff and clinical leaders
• Establish and maintain high standards of patient care and safety
• Monitor clinical quality, documentation, staffing, and care planning
• Lead quality improvement, infection prevention, and survey readiness initiatives
• Ensure compliance with applicable state and federal regulations
• Conduct clinical rounds and maintain a visible leadership presence
• Collaborate with physicians, therapy, pharmacy, and interdisciplinary teams
• Build trust and communicate effectively with patients and families
• Strengthen relationships with hospitals, nursing schools, and community partners
• Partner with the Executive Director to support facility operations, clinical outcomes, and employee development

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing; Alabama licensure or eligibility required
• Demonstrated nursing leadership and clinical management experience
• Previous Director of Nursing or Director of Clinical Services experience preferred
• Experienced Assistant Directors of Nursing with proven leadership success encouraged to apply
• Long-term care, rehabilitation, or post-acute leadership experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of clinical operations, quality improvement, staffing, and regulatory compliance
• Experience with survey readiness and nursing department performance
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to coach, mentor, and develop nursing teams

Relocating to the Birmingham Area?

Your next leadership opportunity may be waiting in Hoover, Alabama.

Hoover offers the amenities of the Birmingham metropolitan area, established neighborhoods, recreation, dining, and access to a growing healthcare community.

We welcome experienced nursing leaders from outside Alabama who are considering a professional or personal move.

Relocation assistance may be considered for qualified candidates, subject to individual circumstances and company approval.

Benefits

• Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Insurance
• Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Professional and Leadership Development Opportunities

Your Leadership Can Make a Lasting Difference.

At Aspire Hoover, great clinical leadership means more than managing nursing operations. It means developing employees, building trust with patients and families, strengthening care quality, and being a positive presence in the community.

“Our Family Caring For Yours”

Equal Opportunity Employer

Aspire Physical Recovery Center at Hoover is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Job Ref #: a7871519-1927-4328-a08a-d58a561b2330

Date Posted: 2026-10-28