Nursing Director: Strategic Leader in Patient Care (Day)

OhioHealth; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

OhioHealth is seeking a Director of Nursing to provide strategic leadership across nursing services, ensuring high-quality patient care and effective resource management. The role collaborates with CNO and executive teams to align with hospital goals, drive performance, and foster professional development in a fast-paced health system environment.

The position emphasizes safety, regulatory compliance, and leadership development of managers, with accountability for budgets and service-line

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Nursing or related field required.
• Current Ohio RN license and BLS certification required.
• 5+ years of management experience in healthcare.
• Strong leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and quality improvement processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversees 24/7 patient care delivery across nursing units and support staff.
• Guides budgeting, capital planning, and resource allocation.
• Ensures regulatory compliance and maintains clinical records.
• Leads organizational policy development and service-line growth.
• Mentors managers and fosters evidence-based practice and safety.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Budgeting

Policy development

Clinical nursing

Education

Master's Degree in Nursing

Ohio RN licensure

Tools

EHR systems

Quality improvement tools

Job description

OhioHealth is seeking a Director of Nursing to provide strategic leadership across nursing services, ensuring high-quality patient care and effective resource management. The role collaborates with CNO and executive teams to align with hospital goals, drive performance, and foster professional development in a fast-paced health system environment.

The position emphasizes safety, regulatory compliance, and leadership development of managers, with accountability for budgets and service-line