Director, Nursing

Summit, NJ · United StatesFull-timePosted Jul 16, 2026

Clinical Leadership

  • Direct and supervise nursing operations across assigned hospital units or departments.
  • Ensure delivery of safe, evidence-based, patient-centered care.
  • Develop, implement, and evaluate nursing policies, procedures, and standards of practice.
  • Monitor quality indicators and implement performance improvement initiatives.
  • Oversee nurse managers, assistant nurse managers, and staff nurse practice and development.

Staff Management

  • Recruit, hire, train, mentor, and evaluate nursing staff and nurse managers.
  • Maintain appropriate staffing levels and scheduling to support patient care needs.
  • Foster a positive work environment focused on teamwork, accountability, and professional growth.
  • Address employee performance issues and disciplinary actions as needed.

Regulatory Compliance

  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local healthcare regulations, including accreditation standards.
  • Maintain readiness for inspections and audits from agencies such as ANC C, DOH, The Joint Commission, and CMS.
  • Promote infection prevention, patient safety, and risk management initiatives.

Financial & Operational Oversight

  • Assist in developing and managing departmental budgets.
  • Monitor labor costs, productivity, and resource utilization.
  • Participate in strategic planning and hospital operational initiatives.
  • Collaborate with executive leadership on organizational goals and nursing strategies.

Patient Experience & Quality Improvement

  • Promote patient experience and quality outcomes.
  • Analyze patient care data and implement corrective actions when necessary.
  • Lead quality assurance and continuous improvement programs.

Collaboration & Communication

  • Work closely with physicians, department leaders, and executive management.
  • Participate in hospital committees and leadership meetings.
  • Communicate organizational updates and expectations to nursing teams.
  • Other duties as assigned
  • Bachelor's degree in Nursing Required.
  • Master's degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or related field preferred.
  • Minimum 5–10 years of progressive nursing leadership experience in a hospital or
    healthcare setting.
  • Previous management or director-level experience preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of hospital operations, accreditation standards, and healthcare
    regulations.
     

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