Director of Nursing – On-Site Acute Care Leadership

Hireteq Solutions Inc.

Tucson (AZ)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

HireTeq Solutions is seeking a Director of Nursing (DON) for a Fortune 500 healthcare client in Tucson, AZ. This on-site role supports the Chief Nursing Officer in overseeing nursing operations, patient care services, and staff management across multiple hospital units.

The DON will lead staffing, quality initiatives, patient safety, and regulatory compliance, while mentoring nursing teams and collaborating with clinical departments to improve outcomes and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

Active and unrestricted RN license.
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required.
BSN or Bachelor's in a healthcare-related field required (MSN preferred).
Minimum 2+ years of hospital leadership or nurse management experience.
Current BLS/CPR certification.
Strong experience in acute care, clinical operations, staffing management, patient safety, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

Support the CNO in managing nursing operations and patient care delivery.
Oversee staffing, scheduling, and clinical resource management.
Ensure compliance with The Joint Commission, CMS, HIPAA, and other relevant healthcare regulations.
Lead quality improvement initiatives, patient safety, and performance standards.
Mentor, coach, and develop nursing teams.
Collaborate with clinical teams to improve patient outcomes and operational efficiency.