Director of Nursing

Management And Training Corporation; Marana (AZ); On-site; USD 97,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Education assistance

Military leave

Job summary

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) is seeking a Nursing Services Director in Arizona to lead nursing operations, ensuring safe, timely care that meets MTC Medical and customer requirements. You will supervise staff, coordinate daily unit activities, and maintain high quality of care in a secure environment.

Responsibilities include serving as the primary nursing authority during inspections, managing staffing, and guiding policy adherence, safety, and continuity of care across shifts and

Qualifications

• Six years of professional nursing experience.
• Licensed registered nurse in AZ or a compact state.
• Associates degree in nursing from an accredited program.

Responsibilities

• Direct, supervise, and evaluate nursing operations, including staffing, scheduling, competencies, and performance management.
• Lead inspections, audits, and accreditation reviews; drive corrective action plans and compliance monitoring.
• Oversee clinical workflows including intake screening, sick call, chronic care, medication administration, and infection control.
• Ensure adequate coverage on all shifts and fill in during short staffing.
• Monitor call-ins and overtime; maintain on-call status for staff issues and health services leadership.

Skills

Staff supervision

Nursing leadership

Regulatory compliance

Emergency response

Education

Associates degree in nursing

RN license in AZ or compact state

Job description

$114,400 per year | Full-time

Use your skills to lead registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and other clinical staff in the medical unit. You will ensure healthcare services are safe, timely, and meet MTC Medical and customer requirements. You will also oversee the facility’s nursing services, including daily operations, staff supervision, and quality of care.

Why join the MTC team?

• Medical, dental, vision and prescription benefits
• Paid vacation, sick time and holidays
• 401(k), life insurance, disability coverage and employee assistance program
• Education assistance, military leave and opportunities to make a meaningful difference

What you will do

• Direct, supervise, and evaluate all nursing operations, including staffing, scheduling, competencies, and performance management.
• Serve as the primary nursing authority during inspections, audits, and accreditation reviews; lead corrective action plans and ongoing compliance monitoring.
• Oversee clinical workflows including intake screening, sick call, chronic care, medication administration, infection control, emergency response, and continuity of care.
• Assure adequate coverage on all shifts. Fill in as needed during periods of short staffing.
• Monitor call-ins and use of overtime.
• Assume on-call status for staff problems.
• Assume on call status in absence of health services administrator.
• Conduct in-services, audits, chart reviews, statistical evaluations, and changes in policy or procedure.
• Collaborate with the Health Services Administrator (HSA), Medical Director, Mental Health leadership, and custody partners to address clinical risks, operational challenges, and population health needs.
• Coordinate and report referral of inmates to emergency services based on their medical condition.
• Ensure compliance with ICE PBNDS, ACA/NCCHC standards (as applicable), state nursing practice acts, and organizational clinical policies.
• Assist the health services administrator in monitoring environmental sanitation, safety and health related issues by performing inspections and generating recommendations based on those inspections.
• Use or direct the use of appropriate sanitation methods ensuring adherence to all OSHA regulations.
• Utilize established corporate, facility, and correctional policies and procedures in making decisions, but use sound independent judgment in meeting the responsibilities and performing the duties of the position.
• Practice advanced cost containment and utilization management for patient care and facility operations.
• Maintain absolute security and confidentiality of all medical records.
• Review medical files to determine all provided services are documented.
• Conduct staff meetings; Promote communications and the proper flow of relevant information in the medical unit.
• Prepare and disseminate safety and accident reports as required by policies and procedures; take appropriate action in cases of serious and unusual incidents and emergencies.
• Perform rescue functions at accidents, emergencies and disasters to include administering basic emergency medical aid, physically removing people away from dangerous situations, and securing and evacuating people from confined areas.
• Assist corporate counsel with responses to inmate lawsuits.
• Organize monthly in-service education for healthcare staff.
• Assure that staff receive in-service yearly as required.
• Maintain current licensure on all staff requiring such licensure.
• Assist the health services administrator in recruiting, orienting, supervising and evaluating the performance of all healthcare staff.
• Complete evaluations of all directly supervised staff.
• Requires long periods of prolonged walking and standing.
• Regular and predictable onsite attendance is required, including on call.
• Promote the development of positive social skills through modeling appropriate behaviors and intervening when inappropriate behaviors are observed; provide regular feedback to staff regarding social skills procedures and intervention techniques.
• Maintain accountability of staff, inmates and property; adhere to safety practices.
• It is expected that the incumbent shall perform other duties as assigned within his/her scope of work as determined by management.

Education and Experience Requirements: What you will need

• High school diploma or GED
• Associate’s degree in nursing from an accredited agency
• Minimum of six years of professional nursing experience
• Licensed registered nurse in the state of Arizona or a compact state license
• Current CPR Certification
• US citizenship or lawful US permanent resident
• Two years of supervisory experience is highly desired.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record required
• Must successfully complete required preservice training post-hire

At MTC, we care about people and believe meaningful work can create lasting impact. Join a team committed to operating a safe, secure environment while helping individuals prepare for a successful transition.

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) is an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, disabled status, veteran status, genetic information, national origin, or any other category protected by federal law.

MTC participates in E-Verify.

We strive to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans, in our job application and hiring process.