Director of Nursing Care Services

Job Details

Job Location
Twelve Clans Unity Hospital - Winnebago, NE

Position Type
Full Time

Description

Job Purpose & Position Overview

The Director of Nursing Care Services plays a key leadership role in overseeing nursing operations and enhancing patient care at, we provide high-quality, patient-centered care while maintaining strong connections with our local population. The Director of Nursing Care Services will support the Chief Nursing Officer in ensuring clinical excellence, regulatory compliance, and the development of nursing staff, all while fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.

Specific Job Duties/Responsibilities

Leadership & Strategic Planning:

• Work closely with the CNO to develop and implement strategic nursing initiatives
• Provide leadership in nursing operations, ensuring that care delivery aligns with the unique needs of our local patient population.
• Develop policies, procedures, and best practices that enhance nursing performance and patient satisfaction.

Clinical & Operational Management:

• Supervise day-to-day nursing operations, ensuring efficiency, quality, and patient-centered care.
• Collaborate with department heads to streamline workflows and optimize resource utilization.
• Support initiatives to improve care coordination, particularly for underserved populations and rural healthcare needs.
• Participate in emergency preparedness planning, ensuring the hospital is equipped to handle public health crises.

Quality & Patient Safety:

• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, as well as accreditation requirements (e.g., Joint Commission, CMS).
• Drive quality improvement programs to enhance patient safety and reduce hospital-acquired conditions.
• Foster a culture of safety and advocate for evidence-based practices that improve clinical outcomes.

Staff Development & Community Engagement:

• Lead efforts to recruit, retain, and develop nursing staff, prioritizing professional growth and leadership training.
• Promote nurse residency and mentorship programs to support new graduates and career development.
• Engage with the localcommunity and health organizations to enhance partnerships and outreach programs.
• Advocate for nursing involvement in community health initiatives, population health programs, and wellness education.

Financial & Resource Management:

• Assist in budget planning and cost management to ensure financial sustainability while maintaining high-quality care.
• Optimize staffing models to balance patient needs with cost-effective operations.
• Evaluate and recommend investment in new technologies to enhance nursing efficiency.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications/Skills:

• Education: BSN required; Master's degree in Nursing (MSN) or Healthcare Administration (MHA) preferred
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of progressive nursing leadership experience in hospital setting.
• Licensure: Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
• Skills:
  • Strong leadership and decision-making abilities.
  • Experience in rural or community-based healthcare delivery.
  • Ability to engage with local stakeholders and community organizations.
  • Knowledge of population health management and social determinants of health.

Training Requirements:

• Completion of all required training as assigned

Physical Requirements:

• Normal to light office work which includes the ability to lift up to 10 lbs.
• Regularly required to walk, stand, and sit for extended periods of time and use hands to operate computer keyboard, phone, and various office equipment.

Cognitive Requirements:

• Reading, writing, calculating
• Above average social interaction skills
• Reasoning/Analysis
• Works with minimal to no supervision

Language Requirements:

• Must possess the ability to read, write, and speak the English language fluently.
• Must be able to continually and effectively employ professional verbal and written communications skills.

Certificates, Licenses & Registrations:

• All applicants will comply with 45 CFR 1301, Subpart D, Section 1301.31, C and D, which require all prospective employees to sign a declaration prior to employment regarding all arrests and convictions of child abuse or violent felonies and to comply with PL 101-630 and PL 101-637 regarding criminal records check.

WCHS is an equal opportunity employer. Employment practices are free of discrimination. As provided by Federal Law, all qualified Native American applicants shall receive preference over Non-Native American applicants. In the absence of qualified Native American applicants, consideration will be given to all other applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, disability or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.

Please note the position description duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.