Job Title: Director of Nursing

Position Summary:

The Director of Nursing provides strategic and operational leadership for inpatient clinical services, currently overseeing Medical/Surgical units, telemetry units, and the staffing office. This role plays a critical part in driving improvements in patient experience, clinical quality, staff engagement, and operational efficiency—while fostering a culture of equity, inclusion, and excellence.

As a key nursing leader, the Director ensures adherence to regulatory standards, supports high-reliability practices, and promotes innovation in patient care delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership & Department Oversight:Lead operations for assigned nursing departments, currently including Med/Surg, telemetry, and centralized staffing. Ensure alignment with system-wide goals, quality standards, and patient care objectives.Staff Leadership & Development:Hire, mentor, and retain a high-performing and diverse team. Promote professional development, accountability, and workforce planning strategies that support consistent, high-quality care.Interdisciplinary Collaboration:Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, and other health professionals to coordinate care, optimize patient outcomes, and enhance interdisciplinary teamwork.Quality & Performance Improvement:Develop and implement data-driven strategies to improve clinical outcomes, patient satisfaction, and nurse-sensitive indicators. Support continuous quality improvement and evidence-based practices.Financial & Operational Management:Manage departmental budgets, staffing plans, and resource allocation. Ensure efficient operations, cost containment, and appropriate use of clinical resources.Patient-Centered Care & Health Equity:Foster an inclusive environment that respects the diverse backgrounds and needs of patients and families. Promote equitable care delivery and culturally competent practices across all teams.Regulatory Compliance & Accreditation:Ensure full compliance with federal, state, and accrediting body standards. Maintain readiness for inspections, proactively address risks, and implement corrective action plans as needed.

Qualifications:

Education & Experience:Bachelor of Science in NursingCurrent Michigan RN licensure.Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills. Ability to engage and collaborate effectively with physicians, staff, and patients.Proven history of driving change, delivering results, and improving patient outcomes in a clinical environment.

Leading in an environment that embraces diversity, fostering inclusivity among physicians, staff, and patients from a variety of ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

 

Preferred Skills:RN with a master’s degree in nursing, Health Administration, or Business Administration (or enrollment in an accredited program with completion within two years).High level of integrity, energy, and service orientation, committed to fostering a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive work environment. Additional Information Organization: Henry Ford Macomb - Oakland Hospitals Department: Nursing Administration 001 Shift: Day Job Union Code: Not Applicable