Nursing Director - ICU & MedSurg (RN)

Location: Kirksville, MO, United States

Facility: Northeast Regional Medical Center

Job Type: Full-Time

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Top-tier medical, dental, and vision plans to protect you and your family.
• Future Security: Robust 401(k) program with employer matching to support your long-term financial goals.
• Competitive Compensation: An attractive salary and comprehensive benefits package designed to reward your leadership and clinical expertise.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) hours to ensure you can recharge.
• A Culture of Care: Join a dedicated, compassionate team at NERMC focused on community wellness, professional growth, and making a tangible impact daily.

Job Summary

Northeast Regional Medical Center is seeking a dynamic and strategic Director of Inpatient Services (ICU and MedSurg). In this pivotal leadership role, you will oversee the overall management, clinical operations, and strategic direction of our Medical-Surgical and Intensive Care units.

The ideal candidate will foster a culture of cross-functional collaboration, champion continuous quality improvement, drive patient satisfaction, and mentor a high-performing nursing team. You will ensure the delivery of safe, evidence-based, and high-quality patient care while maintaining operational and financial excellence.

Key Responsibilities & Essential Functions

Clinical Operations & Quality Assurance

• Oversee Care Delivery: Manage daily clinical operations within the MedSurg and ICU departments, ensuring all patient care aligns with evidence-based practices and regulatory standards.
• Quality Metrics & Outcomes: Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and clinical metrics; design and lead quality improvement initiatives to optimize patient outcomes.
• Regulatory Compliance: Maintain full compliance with healthcare regulatory bodies and lead the accreditation and audit processes (e.g., Joint Commission) to exceed industry standards.
• Patient Advocacy: Respond promptly to patient care concerns, complaints, or incidents; conduct thorough investigations and implement corrective action plans as needed.
• Dual-Role Adaptability: Serve in a direct staff nursing role when critically required, maintaining all established clinical competencies.

Leadership & Personnel Management

• Staff Development: Provide direct leadership, mentorship, and professional growth opportunities for nursing and departmental staff.
• Performance Management: Conduct routine performance evaluations, establish actionable goals, and provide constructive feedback to foster a culture of accountability.
• Resource Allocation: Manage employee scheduling to optimize resource utilization; consult with executive leadership to proactively address potential staffing challenges.

Strategic Planning & Financial Stewardship

• Budget Management: Oversee departmental budgets, resource allocation, and expenditures to ensure cost-effective service delivery without compromising patient care.
• Strategic Alignment: Collaborate with hospital leadership to define the department's long-term vision, protocols, and policies.
• Technology Integration: Evaluate and implement emerging healthcare technologies to drive operational efficiency and modernization.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Maintain seamless communication with physicians, multidisciplinary clinical teams, administration, and external stakeholders to bridge operational gaps.

Job Requirements & Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Degree Requirement: Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field OR seven (7) plus years of direct clinical/nursing experience in lieu of a Bachelor's degree.
• Master's Degree: Strongly preferred.
• Clinical Experience: 3–5 years of experience in a closely related acute care/inpatient field (required for Bachelor's degree holders).
• Leadership Experience: 3–5 years of previous healthcare leadership or supervisory experience preferred.

Licenses & Certifications

• Registered Nurse (RN): Valid State of Missouri Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required.
• BLS: Basic Life Support certification required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Leadership & Communication: Exceptional organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills to effectively collaborate with executive leadership, clinicians, and stakeholders.
• Team Building: Proven ability to delegate effectively, resolve conflict, and foster a positive, professional, and collaborative team environment.
• Critical Thinking: Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to manage complex tasks independently and meet strict deadlines.
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in healthcare software systems, data analysis tools, and Google/Microsoft office platforms.
• Industry Knowledge: In-depth understanding of healthcare industry best practices, clinical trends, and regulatory compliance.

Additional Information

• Attendance: Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Policies: Complies with all organizational policies, procedures, and standards.
• Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• previous leadership: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• valid RN License (Required)

Work Location: In person