RN Director, Salem Health Medical Group Administration

Salem Health; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Salem Health is seeking a dynamic nursing leader to shape specialty care operations across the Salem Health Medical Group. The Director will serve as a strategic partner to providers, clinic leaders, and executives, advancing quality, standardization, and operational excellence in a growing network of practices.

The role travels across Salem Health’s footprint, driving initiatives that improve clinical workflows, support provider success, and prepare practices for growth and regulatory

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in complex healthcare operations.
• Strong understanding of quality improvement methodologies.
• Ability to influence clinical and administrative teams.
• Experience with regulatory readiness and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic plans aligning operations with organizational goals.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives to enhance outcomes and safety.
• Partner with clinic leaders to optimize clinical workflows across specialties.
• Support onboarding and integration of new practices and service lines.
• Analyze performance metrics to identify improvements and implement solutions.
• Provide leadership across departments, fostering collaboration and accountability.
• Manage resources, including staffing and budgets, to optimize patient care.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to improve operational effectiveness.

Skills

Leadership

Healthcare ops

Quality improvement

Stakeholder management

Communication

Project management

Education

Master's degree

BSN

RN license in Oregon

Job description

Location: Salem Hospital, 890 Oak Street SE, Salem, OR 97301

Department: Salem Health Medical Group

Position Type: Full Time, 40 hours/week, Exempt, Onsite

Schedule: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday - Friday; must be able to accommodate monthly 6:30 am and 5:30 pm meetings and must be willing to travel amongst Salem Health locations

Your role with us

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced nursing leader to help shape the future of specialty care operations across our medical group. This role is ideal for a Registered Nurse who combines strong clinical knowledge with operational expertise and a passion for driving meaningful change.

As Director, Salem Health Medical Group Administration, you will serve as a strategic partner to providers, clinic leaders, and executive stakeholders, helping advance quality, standardization, and operational excellence across a growing network of practices. You will be at the center of initiatives that improve clinical workflows, enhance patient care, support provider success, and prepare practices for continued growth and regulatory readiness.

Success in this role requires someone who can quickly assess challenges, build strong relationships, influence through collaborative partnership, and move initiatives from concept to implementation. You will travel across Salem Health’s footprint to work amongst multiple specialties and locations, partnering with teams to identify opportunities, develop solutions, and drive measurable improvements in quality, efficiency, and patient experience.

This role is ideal for an experienced nursing leader who thrives in a highly collaborative environment, can navigate complexity with confidence, and is motivated by the opportunity to elevate patient care through operational excellence, clinical partnership, and strategic leadership.

If you are energized by making a lasting impact on healthcare delivery and enjoy leading in an environment that balances both strategic planning and hands-on operational work, this may be the perfect opportunity for you.

What you'll do

• Develop and execute strategic plans that align departmental operations with organizational goals and priorities.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives that enhance patient outcomes, patient safety, operational performance, and regulatory compliance.
• Partner with clinic leaders, providers, and operational teams to evaluate and improve clinical workflows across multiple specialties and care settings.
• Support onboarding, integration, and optimization efforts for new practices and service lines, ensuring operational and clinical readiness.
• Analyze performance metrics and key indicators to identify improvement opportunities and implement sustainable solutions.
• Provide leadership and guidance to assigned departments, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and excellence.
• Manage resources effectively, including staffing, equipment, and operational processes, to optimize performance and patient care.
• Develop and oversee departmental budgets while balancing fiscal responsibility with high-quality care delivery.
• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, clinic managers, and interdisciplinary teams to improve operational effectiveness and patient outcomes.
• Help standardize best practices and implement evidence-based approaches throughout the medical group.
• Participate in provider, operational, and leadership meetings as needed to support organizational initiatives.
• Provide leadership for assigned operational areas and future service-line responsibilities as the organization continues to grow and evolve.

What we're looking for

• Demonstrated success leading teams, initiatives, and organizational change in complex healthcare environments.
• Strong understanding of clinical operations, quality improvement methodologies, workflow optimization, and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships across providers, administration, and clinical teams.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and stakeholder-management skills.
• Experience working directly with physicians, provider groups, or ambulatory care operations strongly preferred.
• A proactive, results-oriented leader who can independently drive projects while effectively bringing people together around a common goal.
• Adaptability, resilience, and a passion for continuous improvement in healthcare delivery.

Required qualifications

• Master's degree.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree.
• Registered Nurse: Current unencumbered Oregon RN license or eligible for licensure to practice as a registered nurse in the State of Oregon.
• Five years of progressive management experience, preferably in healthcare operations leadership.
• Five years of nursing practice experience.

Total rewards package

Salem Health's comprehensive benefits package prioritizes your mental and physical health, financial stability, family obligations, and professional growth.

Why Salem Health?

Salem Health is a Top Workplace in Oregon, known for fostering a supportive culture where your contributions truly matter. As an award-winning, independent health care system, we serve our region through Salem Hospital, multiple community clinics and West Valley Hospital, ensuring broad access to high-quality care.

We believe in empowering our teams. Through Lean principles, staff help drive innovation and solve real problems. We also invest in your growth with professional development, tuition assistance, and clear career pathways. At Salem Health, you’ll find more than a job, you’ll find purpose, connection, and room to thrive.

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by law.

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for applicants. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail].