Administrative Director of Nursing

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

• Bachelors Degree in relevant field required
• Masters Degree preferred
• 3-5 years of experience in closely related field with Bachelors 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