Nursing Director - Med Surg

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day-One Medical, Dental & Vision

Employer-Matched Retirement

Career Growth & Professional Dev.

Tuition Reimbursement up to $2,000/yr

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Oklahoma City seeks an experienced Nursing Director for MedSurg to oversee multiple patient care cost centers and drive clinical excellence. You will lead cross‑functional teams, ensuring high‑quality outcomes while aligning with Mercy’s mission and service standards.

The role requires BSN, RN licensure in the state, and 2–4 years of nurse management experience in a hospital setting, with opportunities for professional development and leadership growth.

Qualifications

• Education: BSN required; Master's in Nursing, Health Administration or related field, or plan for completion within a specified period.
• Licensure: Registered Nurse licensed in the state of practice.
• Experience: 2–4 years of nurse manager experience in a hospital of comparable size and accountability.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage multiple cost centers delivering patient care services.
• Lead and participate in system-driven councils, committees and task forces.
• Collaborate with executives, physicians and staff to achieve organizational goals.
• Uphold Mercy Service Standards in daily duties and decision making.

Skills

Leadership

Nurse Management

Operations

Education

BSN

Master's degree in Nursing/Health Admin

Job description

• Enjoy Work/Life Balance with Flexible Time Off
• Employer-Matched Retirement
• Career Growth and Opportunities for Professional Development
• Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $2,000/year
• Supportive Leadership Culture: Lead within an environment that prioritizes collaboration, empowers decision‑making, and fosters a culture where leaders champion their teams, nurture professional growth, and model compassion and accountability every day.
• Serving the OKC region for 135+ years, continuing a long legacy of compassionate care.
• 24/7 full‑service hospital with 349 beds
• Featured specialty centers include: Mercy Breast Center, Coletta Cancer Center, Meinders Neuro Science Institute, Birthplace & Level III Neonatal ICU

Job Description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Position Details

Nursing Director - MedSurg

Mercy Hospital Oklahoma City

Why Choose Mercy?

Incredible Incentives & Benefits

• Day-One Medical, Dental & Vision
• Enjoy Work/Life Balance with Flexible Time Off
• Competitive Salary
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employer-Matched Retirement
• Career Growth and Opportunities for Professional Development
• Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $2,000/year
• Supportive Leadership Culture: Lead within an environment that prioritizes collaboration, empowers decision‑making, and fosters a culture where leaders champion their teams, nurture professional growth, and model compassion and accountability every day.

About Our Facility

• Serving the OKC region for 135+ years, continuing a long legacy of compassionate care.
• 24/7 full‑service hospital with 349 beds
• Featured specialty centers include: Mercy Breast Center, Coletta Cancer Center, Meinders Neuro Science Institute, Birthplace & Level III Neonatal ICU

Consistently Recognized For Excellence, Including

• Forbes America’s Top Hospitals (2026)
• Newsweek Best Neurological Hospitals (2024 & 2025)
• U.S. News Best Hospitals for Maternity Care (2024)
• Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade A (multiple seasons 2024–2025)
• American Heart Association Stroke Honor Roll Elite Plus (2024)

Accreditations & Centers Of Excellence

• Center of Excellence for Hernia Surgery (Surgical Review Corporation)
• Center of Excellence for GI (American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy)
• Advanced Certification for Comprehensive Stroke Centers (The Joint Commission)

Overview

Oversees and manages more than one cost center that provides patient care services. Serve as a member of community and regional organizations. Serves on other System-driven councils, committees and task forces as appropriate. Performs related duties as assigned. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Qualifications

Education: BSN Graduate of an approved College of Nursing. Master's degree in Nursing, Health Administration or related field, or plan for completion within a specific period of time.

Licensure: Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of practice.

Experience

• Previous experience of 2-4 years of a Nurse Manager in a hospital of comparable size and/or accountability
• Capable of working cooperatively with other executives, physicians and co-workers in order to accomplish goals
• Able to communicate effectively in writing and orally and able to coordinate and integrate the complexities of patient care.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

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