Director of Critical Care

Midland Memorial Hospital; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Midland Memorial Hospital is seeking a Director of Critical Care to lead the ICU/PCU and drive clinical excellence across the division. This newly structured leadership role reports to the Chief Nursing Officer and focuses on patient-centered care, safety, and operational efficiency.

The Director will design and implement care programs, collaborate with medical staff and ancillary departments, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards while guiding budgeting, workforce planning, and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing or related field is required.
• RN licensure in the State of Texas or eligibility is required.
• Professional certification in nursing or executive leadership is required; clinical specialty preferred.
• Min 10 years of progressive nursing experience, with at least 5 years in leadership roles.
• Demonstrated expertise in critical care operations, quality improvement and patient safety.
• Strong financial and operational acumen including budgeting and strategic planning.

Responsibilities

• Provide focused oversight of critical care services (ICU/PCU) and strategic leadership for the division.
• Design, implement, and continuously improve patient care programs, policies, and procedures.
• Partner with executive leadership and clinical teams to drive safety, accountability, and quality outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Critical Care

Budgeting

Quality Improvement

Staff Development

Strategic Planning

Education

Master's degree in Nursing or related field

Doctorate preferred

Job description

Midland Health has exclusively retained Kirby Bates Associates to lead a national search for a Director of Critical Care at Midland Memorial Hospital (MMH). Midland Health is a progressive, patient-centered healthcare organization known for delivering high-quality, accessible care across the communities it serves. MMH offers a comprehensive range of services, including a Level III Trauma Center, Heart Institute, Total Joint Center, Women's and Children's services with a NICU, and robust rehabilitation programs. Guided by a commitment to clinical excellence, innovation, and compassionate care, Midland Health supports a highly engaged medical staff and interdisciplinary teams focused on improving outcomes and advancing population health. The organization is deeply invested in its community, with the belief that health extends beyond hospital walls, and is dedicated to leading Midland to become the healthiest community in Texas. Through strategic partnerships with Midland College and the University of Texas Permian Basin, as well as ongoing investments in technology, equipment, and data-driven decision-making, Midland Health fosters a collaborative, forward-thinking environment where leaders can drive meaningful impact and help shape the future of healthcare delivery.

The Director of Critical Care is a newly restructured leadership role carved out from Nursing Operations to provide focused oversight of critical care services and provide visible, credible, and strategic leadership for the ICU and PCU, championing high-quality patient care, staff engagement, and operational excellence. Reporting to the Chief Nursing Officer, this leader is responsible for the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of patient care programs, policies, and procedures across the division. Great focus on patient-centered approach and interdisciplinary collaboration of care delivery is a priority. The role partners closely with executive leadership, medical staff, ancillary departments, and frontline teams to drive shared decision-making, foster a culture of safety and accountability, and advance quality, performance improvement, and patient outcomes. The Director oversees budgeting, resource allocation, and workforce planning while ensuring compliance with regulatory and organizational standards. As a transformational leader, the Director will inspire a shared vision, promote innovation in care delivery, ensure evidence-based and best practices, while cultivating a collaborative environment that enables clinicians to perform at their highest level.

Opportunity Highlights

Join a highly collaborative and supportive culture grounded in strong community and family values, further enriched by an engaged philanthropic network dedicated to advancing nursing education.

Awards and Recognition

• AACN's Gold-Level Beacon Award of Excellence for the Critical Care Unit and Silver for Progressive Care Unit.
• Modern Healthcare's Best Places to Work in Healthcare.
• Becker's Healthcare List of 150 Top Places to Work.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required (Doctorate preferred); BSN required if graduate degree is not in nursing.
• Current/eligible Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the State of Texas.
• Professional certification in nursing or executive leadership required; clinical specialty certification preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive nursing experience, including at least five years in leadership roles.
• Demonstrated expertise in critical care operations, quality improvement, patient safety, and outcome metrics.
• Extensive experience providing high-quality, patient-centered care to complex critically ill populations, utilizing evidence-based guidelines, best practices, and continuous quality improvement initiatives to optimize patient outcomes.
• Strong financial and operational acumen, including budgeting, resource management, and strategic planning
• Proven ability to lead change, build high-performing teams, and foster a culture of collaboration and accountability.

EEO Statement

Kirby Bates Associates is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.