Director of Nursing Practices and Operations

KVC Health Systems; Mission (KS); Remote; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading behavioral healthcare organization is seeking a Director of Nursing Practice & Operations to oversee clinical nursing functions at inpatient psychiatric hospitals. This remote role includes operational leadership, mentoring nursing leaders, and driving quality improvement initiatives. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in Nursing and significant experience in nursing leadership, particularly in psychiatric settings. The position offers a supportive team culture and competitive salary.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Supportive team culture

Mission-driven leadership

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• 5+ years of nursing leadership experience.
• Psychiatric or behavioral health experience required.
• Registered Nurse licensed in Kansas.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational leadership for all inpatient nursing functions.
• Ensure consistency in execution of nursing policies and clinical standards.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives and assess clinical metrics.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Team collaboration

Quality improvement

Mentoring

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Master of Science in Nursing

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Now Hiring: Director of Nursing Practice & Operations

Lead With Purpose. Deliver With Excellence.

KVC Health Systems is seeking a visionary and experienced Director of Nursing Practice & Operations to lead clinical nursing functions across our inpatient psychiatric hospitals. If you are passionate about transforming behavioral healthcare, standardizing best practices, and mentoring future nurse leaders, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact on lives throughout our organization.

This is a remote position with regular travel required to support hospital sites and nursing leadership teams across the system.

Salary: $100,000 / year – based on education and experience.

KVC Health Systems has a Work Wellbeing Score of 82 on Indeed, placing us in the top 1% of employers nationwide. If you’re looking for a role that combines professional growth, mission‑driven leadership, and a supportive team culture — you’ve found it.

About the Role

The Director of Nursing Practice & Operations is a key system‑wide leader, providing strategic and operational direction to nursing teams at all inpatient sites. You will oversee clinical practice, lead site‑based nursing leaders and the nurse educator, and ensure trauma‑informed, high‑quality care is consistently delivered across all hospitals. This role also plays a vital part in regulatory compliance, staff development, and multidisciplinary collaboration.

What You’ll Do

• Provide operational leadership for all inpatient nursing functions
• Ensure consistency in execution of nursing policies and clinical standards
• Supervise and guide the Nurse Educator and site‑based nursing leaders
• Lead quality improvement initiatives, assess clinical metrics, and drive performance outcomes
• Mentor and coach nurse leaders across the system
• Collaborate across disciplines to ensure comprehensive patient care
• Support and participate in site accreditation processes and internal committees
• Stay up to date with electronic health records and HR systems to support clinical and leadership responsibilities
• Travel as needed (day and overnight) to support site operations and leadership

What We’re Looking For

Education : Bachelor of Science in Nursing (required); Master of Science in Nursing (preferred)

Experience :

• Minimum 5 years of nursing leadership experience
• Psychiatric or behavioral health experience required
• Director‑level leadership experience preferred

Licensure / Certifications :

• Registered Nurse licensed in Kansas
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance
• Must be at least 21 years old

What You Can Expect

• A leadership role that blends clinical excellence with operational strategy
• A highly collaborative, mission‑driven environment
• Opportunities to mentor, lead change, and drive high‑impact initiatives
• A strong, values‑based organizational culture that prioritizes employee wellbeing
• Be the leader who shapes the future of behavioral health nursing.

Apply today and join a nationally respected organization where your expertise is valued, and your leadership drives real change.