Director, Nursing

About the position

The Director of Nursing at Hackettstown Medical Center is a leadership role responsible for overseeing nursing operations, enhancing patient care quality, and ensuring effective collaboration among staff and physicians. The position requires a strong communicator who can foster a positive work environment, manage budgets, and drive operational improvements while maintaining high standards of care and compliance with regulations.

Responsibilities

• Creates a working environment that promotes positive employee engagement and effective communication.
• Directs department operations and advises management on improvement opportunities.
• Ensures budget monitoring processes are in place and addresses variances.
• Identifies ways to reduce expenses and enhance revenues in the hospital.
• Focuses on building customer satisfaction for patients and staff.
• Communicates effectively as a hospital advocate to promote the organization.
• Assures implementation of professional practice standards and compliance with regulations.
• Promotes harmonious relationships with physicians and develops collaborative communication models.
• Directs operations to meet organizational financial objectives and safety goals.
• Assists in developing policies and practices to achieve operating goals.
• Upgrades management talent to meet market needs and achieve growth.
• Develops quality improvement programs for key clinical populations.
• Coordinates support for operations areas to ensure smooth workflow.
• Maintains performance standards for direct and indirect reports.
• Manages fiscal operations using budget guidelines for revenue and expense analysis.
• Develops department goals aligned with the facility's strategic plan.
• Creates an energetic work environment with positive attitudes.
• Prepares complex reports and documents for non-technical audiences.
• Establishes a culture of accountability and drives performance excellence.

Requirements

• Proven track record of success in nursing leadership roles.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in budget management and operational improvement.
• Ability to build relationships across diverse teams and departments.
• Knowledge of healthcare regulations and compliance standards.
• Experience in quality improvement initiatives and patient care standards.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience working closely with physicians to improve operations and profitability.
• Creative problem-solving skills to eliminate waste and enhance operations.
• Ability to mentor and coach team members effectively.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Dental insurance coverage
• 401k retirement savings plan
• Paid time off
• Professional development opportunities