ADMINISTRATIVE DIR - NURSING (ACUTE)

UHS$90K — $120K *
Hospitals & Medical Centers
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required; Master's in Healthcare Administration or Nursing preferred.
  • 5+ years of progressive nursing leadership experience in acute care environment.
  • Strong knowledge of clinical practices, financial management, and quality improvement in nursing.
  • Proven skills in team development, conflict resolution, and change management.
  • Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of employment.

Responsibilities

  • Lead operational management of multiple nursing departments and service lines.
  • Translate nursing strategies into actionable plans for high-quality patient care.
  • Provide operational leadership and resources management for nursing teams.
  • Oversee staff development and performance management initiatives.
  • Ensure compliance with organizational standards and regulatory requirements.

Benefits

  • Challenging and rewarding work environment.
  • Competitive Compensation & Paid Time Off.
  • Excellent Benefit Packages.
  • 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan.
  • Tuition Reimbursement for further education.
  • Career development opportunities across UHS's 300+ locations.
  • Access to the HealthStream online learning catalogue with free CEU courses.
Full Job Description
Responsibilities

Doctors Hospital of Laredo, in Laredo, TX, is a 183-bed acute care facility that offers a range of medical services. You'll feel a difference when you walk in our doors. There's pride in the care we deliver and a commitment to serving Laredo's growing healthcare needs.

To learn more visit https://www.doctorshosplaredo.com

JOB SUMMARY:

Subject to pre-approval from the Division Chief Nursing Officer, the Administrative Director of Nursing operates as a senior nursing administrative leader within the acute care facility, entrusted with overseeing the operational management of multiple complex nursing departments and service lines. Reporting directly to the facility Chief Nursing Officer, this position serves as an integral link between the facility-wide nursing strategy developed by the CNO and the execution of nursing operations critical to delivering high-quality patient care. Positioned to provide operational leadership, resources management, and staff development oversight. This position facilitates the translation of system and divisional nursing strategies into actionable plans, ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality nursing care in alignment with organizational standards and regulatory requirements.

Benefit Highlights
  • Challenging and rewarding work environment
  • Competitive Compensation & Paid Time Off
  • Excellent Benefit Packages
  • 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Career development opportunities across UHS and its 300+ locations!
  • HealthStream online learning catalogue with plenty of free CEU courses
  • More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: uhsguest.com.


If you would like to learn more about the position before applying, please contact Mariana Lopez, Recruiter at [redacted].

Qualifications

Education:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited educational institution required; Master's in Healthcare Administration, Nursing or related field from an accredited educational institution preferred.
Experience :
  • Minimum of 5 years of progressive nursing leadership experience in an acute care setting with responsibility over multiple nursing units or service lines.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Demonstrated working knowledge of nursing clinical practices and management relevant to nursing and patient care activities.
  • Demonstrated expertise in nursing operations, financial management, regulatory compliance, and quality improvement.
  • Proven leadership skills including team development, conflict resolution, and change management.
  • In-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements (e.g., CMS, The Joint Commission), quality improvement frameworks, and acute care nursing standards.
  • Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) with ability to collaborate across disciplines and influence at various organizational levels.
  • Ability to plan, direct, and monitor others' activities.
Licensure :
  • Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of employment.

Equipment, Applications and Tools Knowledge :
  • Demonstrated proficiency with common computer-based applications such as electronic mail, word processing and various databases, whether PC, network or mainframe based.
Travel Requirements :

Occasional US travel to conferences and UHS management meetings.

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