Director, Nursing Acute Care (3571)

TRINITY HEALTH • Minot, ND

1d • $123,469 - $191,381 • Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Nursing Acute Care provides strategic and operational leadership for inpatient nursing services across Trinity Health’s acute care units, ensuring consistent, high-quality care delivery. This role supports evidence-based nursing practice that aligns with regulatory requirements, professional standards, and the organization’s mission and values. The Director oversees clinical operations, care coordination, and performance improvement initiatives to promote patient safety, optimal outcomes, and a reliable patient experience. Working closely with nursing staff, physicians, interdisciplinary teams, and senior leadership, this position fosters collaboration, supports workforce development, and advances a culture of continuous improvement within a well-coordinated acute care environment.

Requirements

• Licensed and currently registered as a professional nurse in the State of North Dakota or licensure from an approved compact state.
• BLS certified.
• Must be a graduate from an accredited school of nursing with a Bachelor's degree.
• Must have three to five years of nursing experience with two years in a supervisory position.
• Must demonstrate knowledge of communication skills, problem solving techniques, and understanding of human relations.
• Must demonstrate the ability to apply professional management principles of planning, organizing, and leading nursing to affect exemplary nursing practice.
• Manual dexterity, physical stamina (work of medium to heavy physical demand), visual acuity, and hearing acuity.
• Potential exposure to chemical, mechanical, electrical, and environmental hazards associated with Trinity Hospital's operation.
• The Director is frequently required to walk through inpatient units, stand for extended periods, and participate in patient care observations or clinical support activities.
• The role may involve occasional lifting, positioning, or assisting with movement of equipment or materials associated with patient care.
• Adequate vision, hearing, manual dexterity, and physical stamina are required to evaluate clinical environments, respond to emergent needs, and communicate effectively with staff and patients.
• Work is performed within hospital inpatient units and clinical support areas where exposure to infectious diseases, chemicals, cleaning agents, and standard hospital equipment is common.
• The role may involve navigating fast-paced and high-stress environments, including responding to urgent care situations.
• Adherence to safety procedures, PPE use, and infection-prevention protocols is essential.
• Occasional travel within the medical district may be required to support operational needs.

Nice To Haves

• Membership in a professional organization is encouraged for personal growth.
• A Master’s Degree is desirable.
• Memberships in professional organizations are desirable.
• Certification in Nursing Administration is desired.
• Continual updating of knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of acute care nursing units, ensuring safe, effective, and patient-centered care in alignment with the nursing process and regulatory expectations.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate short- and long-term goals that support quality improvement, patient outcomes, and the professional advancement of nursing practice.
• Ensure compliance with the North Dakota Board of Nursing, The Joint Commission, CMS requirements, and internal policies governing acute care services.
• Lead process improvement initiatives that enhance clinical workflows, care delivery, patient safety, and resource utilization.
• Maintain strong communication and collaboration with nursing teams, physicians, hospital leadership, and other departments to support integrated care delivery.
• Provide coaching, mentorship, and leadership development for nursing staff and managers, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and professional growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director