Nursing Director, Clinical Operations & Quality

Johns Hopkins Medicine; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Life and long-term disability coverage

403(b) retirement plan with employer

Tuition assistance

Wellness programs

Job summary

Johns Hopkins Medicine in the Washington, DC area seeks a Nursing Director for Medical/Surgical/Telemetry Services to lead five units, ensuring safe, high-quality patient care and compliance with standards. The role includes fiscal management, strategic planning, and staff development within a dynamic academic medical center.

The position requires MSN, RN licensure, and at least 7 years of clinical leadership experience, including 3 years in management, with strong communication and

Qualifications

• MSN required
• Minimum 7 years of experience with utilization review, clinical pathways, case management, and disease management
• 3 years of management experience
• In-depth knowledge of nursing theory, practice, and administration
• Advanced verbal, nonverbal, and written communication skills
• Advanced interpersonal skills for leadership and collaboration within a multidisciplinary setting
• RN license (Registered Nurse) upon hire

Responsibilities

• Oversee delivery of nursing and clinical services to ensure safe, effective, high-quality patient care.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate clinical standards, policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and organizational requirements.
• Monitor clinical outcomes, quality indicators, and patient safety metrics; implement improvements as needed.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care and improve service delivery.
• Develop short- and long-term goals, strategic priorities, and operational plans for clinical services.
• Manage fiscal resources including budgeting, staffing, and resource utilization.
• Support staff in professional practice, problem-solving, and service recovery.
• Promote accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Communicate with stakeholders regarding operations and outcomes.
• Oversee implementation of process changes, new programs, and practice improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Master’s Degree in Nursing (MSN)

Job description

Johns Hopkins Medicine in the Washington, DC area seeks a Nursing Director for Medical/Surgical/Telemetry Services to lead five units, ensuring safe, high-quality patient care and compliance with standards. The role includes fiscal management, strategic planning, and staff development within a dynamic academic medical center.

The position requires MSN, RN licensure, and at least 7 years of clinical leadership experience, including 3 years in management, with strong communication and