Executive Director, Correctional Nursing
Arizona Department of Administration
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Job summary
Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation & Reentry seeks a strategic Director of Nursing to oversee inmate health services, coordinate vendor contracts, and drive quality assurance across facilities. This executive role requires in-depth knowledge of correctional healthcare, federal/state laws, and NCCHC accreditation standards.
Based in Phoenix with leadership responsibilities over health programs.
Qualifications
- Unrestricted nursing license and eligibility to practice in Arizona.
- Extensive leadership experience in healthcare management.
- Knowledge of federal and state laws related to correctional health care.
- Experience with quality assurance audits and NCCHC standards.
Responsibilities
- Provide managerial oversight to subordinate staff overseeing inmate health care and medication areas.
- Ensure timely and appropriate medical care for inmates and monitor patient outcomes.
- Lead chart reviews, care audits, and data-driven improvement initiatives.
- Develop, manage and evaluate contracts with health care vendors and services.
- Prepare reports and briefings; represent the program in meetings and tours of facilities.
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Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation & Reentry seeks a strategic Director of Nursing to oversee inmate health services, coordinate vendor contracts, and drive quality assurance across facilities. This executive role requires in-depth knowledge of correctional healthcare, federal/state laws, and NCCHC accreditation standards.
Based in Phoenix with leadership responsibilities over health programs.
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