Administrative Director of Nursing

Job Description

Northwest Medical Center Sahuarita is an 18-bed neighborhood hospital committed to offering convenient, compassionate care to Sahuarita, Green Valley, and the surrounding communities.

Essential Functions

• Supervises nursing staff, including scheduling, performance evaluation, training, and disciplinary actions.
• Conducts regular rounds to assess patient care quality, operational efficiency, and adherence to policies.
• Prepares, monitors, and manages budgets for assigned departments, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Leads the development, implementation, and administration of nursing care standards across all units.
• Ensures timely and appropriate resource allocation based on patient acuity and staffing needs.
• Develops, communicates, and enforces nursing policies and procedures in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Acts as a liaison among nursing, medical staff, ancillary departments, and patients/families to resolve issues and ensure continuity of care.
• Prepares and reviews reports, analyzing trends and providing updates to the CNO and leadership.
• Oversees quality assurance programs, ensuring compliance with hospital and regulatory requirements.
• Represents nursing services on hospital committees and task forces to address operational and strategic initiatives.
• Assists regulatory agencies during inspections and maintains readiness for compliance audits.
• Serves as the primary decision-maker for nursing services in the absence of the CNO.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Supervision and Staff Management
  • Provides leadership, mentorship, and professional development opportunities for departmental staff.
  • Schedules employees to ensure effective use of resources. Consults with leadership on any potential staffing issues.
  • Conducts performance evaluations, sets goals, and provides feedback to staff on their performance and development.
• Strategic Planning and Financial Oversight
  • Collaborates with hospital leadership to set the strategic direction for the department, including budgeting, resource allocation, and long-term planning.
  • Monitors expenditures, ensuring cost-effective delivery of services.
  • Evaluates and implements new technologies to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Develops and implements departmental policies and procedures, and protocols to optimize quality and overall efficiencies.
• Quality Assurance and Regulatory Compliance
  • Ensures compliance with all relevant regulatory bodies. May oversee the accreditation process with relevant agencies, ensuring that services meet or exceed industry standards.
  • Participates in audits, inspections, and accreditation processes as applicable.
  • Follows established quality control practices to ensure accuracy, consistency, and safety.
• Collaboration and Communication
  • Works closely with leadership teams to coordinate and improve service delivery.
  • Stays up-to-date with industry advancements, new technologies, and regulatory changes.
• Staff Responsibilities
  • May work in a staff role when required. Ensures that duties and responsibilities are fulfilled while meeting all competencies established for that job.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in relevant field required 
• Master's Degree preferred
• 3-5 years of experience in closely related field with Bachelor's degree required
• 3-5 years of previous leadership experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and manage cross-functional relationships.
• Foster a positive work environment that promotes teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
• Communicate effectively with leadership, team members, and stakeholders.
• Ability to work effectively with others, delegate responsibilities, and independently manage tasks while meeting established deadlines.
• Problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• In-depth knowledge of industry best practices and regulatory compliance (if applicable).
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency with Google and Microsoft platforms, healthcare software systems, and data analysis tools. 

Licenses and Certifications

• RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required
• BLS - Basic Life Support required
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support required