Administrative Director of Clinical Operations (ADCO)

Responsibilities

The Administrative Director of Clinical Operations (ADCO) provides strategic and operational leadership for nursing and designated clinical services to ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality, patient-centered care. Reporting to executive leadership, the ADCO plans, directs, coordinates, and evaluates clinical and patient care operations in alignment with the organization's mission, goals, regulatory requirements, and standards of care.The ADCO is responsible for overseeing nursing services and other assigned clinical departments, ensuring the effective delivery of patient care, treatment, and services. This role develops, implements, and maintains hospital-wide clinical programs, policies, and procedures designed to assess, evaluate, and meet the healthcare needs of patients and the community.The ADCO collaborates with hospital leadership, medical staff, and department leaders in organizational planning, decision-making, and performance improvement initiatives. The ADCO also leads ongoing efforts to measure, assess, and improve the quality, safety, and effectiveness of nursing care and clinical services while promoting operational excellence, regulatory compliance, staff engagement, and positive patient outcomes.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

1. Current and valid state license as a Registered Nurse.2. Current BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.3. Minimum of 5 years Acute Care experience.4. Minimum of 2 years previous leadership or administrative experience required.5. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required; a postgraduate degree in nursing or related field is preferred.