Director | Department of Nursing Practice
About The Position
In collaboration with the Vice President/Chief Nursing Officer and other senior leaders, the Director of Nursing Practice provides strategic leadership and administrative direction for nursing practice across Emplify Health by Gundersen. This role is responsible for evaluating, developing, recommending, and supporting the implementation of a comprehensive Nursing Practice Model and Patient Care Delivery Model that ensures safe, patient- and family‑centered, evidence‑based, culturally competent, age‑appropriate, and high‑quality care across the continuum. The Director ensures nursing practice is standardized and aligned with professional nursing standards, regulatory requirements, and applicable state and legal statutes. This leader fosters an interdisciplinary approach to care delivery and empowers nursing staff to practice at the highest level within their defined scope, supporting consistency, quality, and excellence system‑wide.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in a related field
- 3–4 years of experience in a healthcare management or leadership position
- Registered Nurse (RN) licensed to practice in the state of Wisconsin
- Current Infant–Adult Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers with hands‑on learning through American Heart Association or American Red Cross
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in a field related to leadership or a clinical specialty
- Prior management experience within an integrated healthcare system
- Experience as a nurse educator and/or in quality improvement, including developing, leading, guiding, orienting, and educating clinical teams
- Certification in nursing leadership or a clinical specialty
Responsibilities
- Provide strategic and operational leadership for nursing practice across care settings
- Lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of nursing practice standards and models
- Champion quality improvement initiatives that enhance patient outcomes and clinical excellence
- Guide professional development, onboarding, orientation, and education of nursing staff
- Ensure compliance with regulatory, legal, and professional nursing standards
- Partner with interdisciplinary leaders to support integrated, patient‑centered care
- Promote a culture of evidence‑based practice, safety, accountability, and continuous improvement
- Serve as a clinical and professional nursing resource to leaders and staff across the system
Benefits
- Empowerment to shape your work environment, encouragement to improve processes and create efficiencies, and support when seeking opportunities for growth
- Culture that encourages self-care and provides you with opportunities to be your best self at work and at home
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages, as applicable, ensuring your comfort and well-being as a valuable team member
- Support for your career growth through Professional Development Opportunities, our Tuition Investment Program, Career Development Center, and online continuing education courses
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
