Director of Nursing

Jane Pauley Community Health Center, Inc. • Indianapolis, IN

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About The Position

Empowering communities through accessible, inclusive, and compassionate care, this is the work we do every day.
At Jane Pauley Community Health Center, every role is connected to something bigger. As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), we deliver integrated, whole-person care to individuals and families across Indiana, regardless of income or insurance status.
Our teams work at the intersection of clinical excellence and community impact, supporting underserved populations while building a culture rooted in collaboration, respect, and growth. Here, you are not just joining a workplace, you are becoming part of a mission that truly matters.
Director of Nursing
Jane Pauley Community Health Center | Clinical Leadership
At Jane Pauley Community Health Center, we believe healthcare is about more than treating illness, it is about caring for the whole person. As a mission-driven Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), we provide comprehensive, compassionate, and accessible care to communities across Indiana.
We are seeking a Director of Nursing to serve as a senior clinical leader across our network; an ideal opportunity for a strategic, systems-focused nursing professional who is passionate about advancing clinical excellence, strengthening nursing practice, and driving high-quality, patient-centered care.
Why This Role Stands Out
Executive-level influence on nursing practice, clinical quality, and care delivery models
Opportunity to shape and standardize nursing operations across a multi-site healthcare system
Direct partnership with executive leadership, medical directors, and operational leaders
Lead initiatives that impact population health, patient outcomes, and health equity
Build and develop nursing leadership pipelines across the organization
Position Overview
The Director of Nursing provides strategic and operational oversight of nursing practice and standards across the organization; ensuring alignment with clinical quality goals, regulatory requirements, and patient-centered care models.
Reporting to the Chief Medical Officer, this role leads Regional Nurse Administrators and collaborates closely with executive and clinical leadership; driving nursing excellence through policy development, workforce strategy, quality improvement, and system-wide clinical integration. While not directly supervising all nursing staff, this role holds significant influence over workflows, standards, and care delivery models across clinical teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Current, unrestricted Indiana Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive nursing leadership experience
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in ambulatory care, primary care, or community health
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (American Heart Association)

Nice To Haves

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Master’s in Healthcare Administration or related field
• Nursing leadership certification (NE-BC, CENP, or similar)
• Experience in a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) or PCMH environment
• Knowledge of HRSA compliance and UDS reporting
• Experience in population health, chronic disease management, and care coordination
• Experience with quality improvement methodologies such as PDSA, Lean, or Six Sigma

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic oversight for nursing services across all sites
• Develop and implement nursing policies, procedures, and evidence-based practice standards
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements including Indiana Nurse Practice Act, OSHA, HIPAA, HRSA, and accreditation standards
• Serve as a clinical subject matter expert for complex nursing and practice-related issues
• Evaluate and optimize care delivery models to improve efficiency and patient outcomes
• Lead competency development and performance improvement initiatives across nursing teams
• Partner with Quality and Population Health leadership to drive clinical quality initiatives
• Monitor nursing-sensitive indicators, patient safety metrics, and clinical outcomes
• Lead care gap closure strategies and support population health management efforts
• Develop auditing processes to ensure documentation accuracy and compliance
• Lead root cause analyses and corrective action planning for patient safety events
• Represent nursing leadership in organizational quality and performance committees
• Supervise and mentor Regional Nurse Administrators
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and retention strategies for nursing staff
• Lead performance management and leadership development planning
• Partner with Clinical Education to align training, competency validation, and development programs
• Implement professional development pathways and preceptorship programs
• Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous learning
• Collaborate with executive leadership, medical directors, and operational leaders to ensure integrated care delivery
• Lead nursing engagement in Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) initiatives and care models
• Develop and manage nursing budgets, staffing models, and resource allocation
• Represent nursing leadership in community and regional healthcare partnerships
• Serve as a liaison between nursing teams and executive leadership
• Champion patient-centered, culturally responsive care practices
• Oversee triage protocols, care coordination workflows, and transitions of care
• Monitor and improve patient experience metrics related to nursing services
• Address patient concerns and escalate issues as appropriate
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and accreditation requirements
• Prepare teams for audits, surveys, and regulatory reviews
• Oversee licensure, credentialing, and privileging processes for nursing staff
• Monitor incident reporting and ensure timely follow-up and resolution

Benefits

• Robust benefits package (medical, dental, vision) designed to support you and your family
• Generous PTO because we believe caring for others starts with caring for yourself
• 401(k) with employer contribution to help you plan for what’s ahead
• Life and disability coverage for peace of mind

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees