Executive Nursing Director

Team Member Services; United States; On-site; USD 124,000 - 231,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

Career Development

Whole Person Well-being Resources

Mental Health Resources and Support

Pet Benefits

Job summary

UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is seeking an experienced nursing leader to oversee clinical and operational performance across departments and drive workforce development. You will recruit, mentor, and retain a high-performing nursing leadership team, while managing labor, budgets, and program initiatives to ensure safe, efficient patient care.

The role emphasizes cross-functional coordination, compliance with safety standards, and ongoing professional development within a values-driven

Qualifications

• Bachelor's of Nursing [Required].
• Master's [Preferred].
• 2+ years of leadership or management experience at the director level [Required].
• 10+ years of experience [Preferred].

Responsibilities

• Leads clinical and operational performance across assigned areas and serves as a liaison ensuring clear effective communication, collaboration with other departments to support seamless care coordination.
• Recruits, retains, and develops a high-performing nursing leadership workforce, ensuring workforce stability and developing strong leadership pipelines.
• Reviews labor management reports and ensures established goals are met.
• Develops and manages the annual budget in coordination with finance, monitoring and adjusting to ensure effective use of resources.
• Oversees education, staffing, and disciplining of staff in compliance with policies and standards.

Skills

Leadership

Staff development

Budget management

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's of Nursing

Master's

Job description

Our promise to you:

Joining UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule:

Full time

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Address:

999 Oakmont Plaza Dr

Westmont, Illinois 60559

Job Description:

• Leads clinical and operational performance across assigned areas and serves as a liaison ensuring clear effective communication, collaboration with other departments to support seamless care coordination.
• Recruits, retains, and develops a high-performing nursing leadership workforce, ensuring workforce stability and developing strong leadership pipelines.
• Reviews labor management reports and ensures established goals are met.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Develops and manages the annual budget in coordination with finance, monitoring and adjusting to ensure effective use of resources.
• Plans, develops, implements, and evaluates marketing and program development initiatives in coordination with leadership staff and hospital administration.
• Ensures compliance with safety and legal requirements as established by governing and regulatory agencies.
• Oversees the selection, education, staffing, and disciplining of staff members in compliance with organizational standards, policies, and practices.
• Evaluates the learning needs of individuals and the department, ensuring in-service and training programs meet identified needs. Promotes staff competency through proper orientation, skill validation, and education.
• Develops and implements policies and procedures that promote consistency, best practices, and regulatory compliance.
• Leads and develops nursing teams by cultivating a positive, inclusive culture where staff are empowered, professionally supported, and aligned with organizational values.
• Promotes strong frontline leadership, drives professional growth, fosters engagement, and builds high performing, accountable teams.
• Develops and implements departmental safety programs.
• Oversees the development and implementation of strategies to achieve departmental and organizational objectives.
• Maintains effective departmental communication through regular staff meetings and facilitates information flow between departments and administration. Fosters an environment of service excellence for patients, families, physicians, and the community.

Education:

• Bachelor's of Nursing [Required]
• Master's [Preferred]

Field of Study:

• in nursing or diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing or combination of Bachelor's degree and experience

Work Experience:

• 10+ years of experience [Preferred]
• 2+ years of leadership or management experience at the director level [Required]
• 5+ years of leadership or management experience [Preferred]

Licenses and Certifications:

• Registered Nurse (RN) [Required]
• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Preferred]
• Driver's License (DL) [Preferred]

Physical Requirements:

Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/msy4mja2

Pay Range:

$124,404.80 - $231,379.20

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.