Director of Nursing Practice

UT Health San AntonioSan Antonio, TX

About The Position

The Director of Nursing Practice provides strategic leadership in advancing nursing excellence and regulatory compliance across the organization. This role leads the foundational work to position the hospital for American Nurses Credentialing Center - ANCC Magnet designation by partnering with the Chief Nursing Officer and nursing leadership to integrate the Magnet Model components into nursing practice. The Director also oversees the Nursing Peer Review (NPR) process and Committee, ensuring adherence to Texas Board of Nursing (BON) regulations. Responsibilities include leading Safe Harbor reviews, minor incident consults, and diversion investigations; collecting, analyzing, and reporting peer review data; and serving as the primary liaison with the BON and TPAPN. Through strategic governance and continuous improvement, the Director fosters a culture of accountability, professional growth, and ethical nursing practice that supports both regulatory excellence and the organization’s mission of delivering high-quality patient care.

Requirements

  • Strategic leadership skills
  • Knowledge of nursing excellence and regulatory compliance
  • Experience with ANCC Magnet designation process
  • Understanding of Nursing Peer Review (NPR) process
  • Familiarity with Texas Board of Nursing (BON) regulations
  • Experience leading Safe Harbor reviews, minor incident consults, and diversion investigations
  • Data collection, analysis, and reporting skills
  • Liaison experience with regulatory bodies (BON, TPAPN)
  • Skills in strategic governance and continuous improvement
  • Ability to foster a culture of accountability, professional growth, and ethical practice

Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic leadership in advancing nursing excellence and regulatory compliance.
  • Lead foundational work for ANCC Magnet designation.
  • Partner with CNO and nursing leadership to integrate Magnet Model components.
  • Oversee the Nursing Peer Review (NPR) process and Committee.
  • Ensure adherence to Texas Board of Nursing (BON) regulations.
  • Lead Safe Harbor reviews, minor incident consults, and diversion investigations.
  • Collect, analyze, and report peer review data.
  • Serve as the primary liaison with the BON and TPAPN.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, professional growth, and ethical nursing practice.
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