Director of Nursing, Women's Services

VCU Health • Richmond, VA

5d

About The Position

The Director of Nursing coordinates activities and organizational initiatives that support VCU Health System’s recognition for excellence in nursing and continued recognition as a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. The role implements, communicates, monitors, and evaluates professional practices, activities, and strategies. The Director has authority and accountability for actions and decisions within the scope of the position and hospital policies and procedures. All employees of the nursing unit report to this position, although supervisory responsibilities may be delegated as appropriate.

The Director independently handles day-to-day unit operations and staff leadership. Advice and guidance are sought from the Leadership Team Director as needed, particularly when issues significantly affect activity outside the unit. The position requires frequent visibility across all shifts and on weekends to support staff communication and monitor staff effectiveness.

Requirements

• Current RN licensure in Virginia or an eligible or compact state at hire; current RN licensure in Virginia is required for continued employment.
• At least seven years of relevant clinical experience.
• At least three years of progressive leadership or management experience.
• A master’s degree in nursing or a related field from an accredited school. If the master’s degree is not in nursing, a bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited school is required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in an academic medical center environment.
• Master’s degree in nursing from an accredited program.
• Certification in a specialty area.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate activities and organizational initiatives supporting nursing excellence and continued Magnet Hospital recognition.
• Implement, communicate, monitor, and evaluate professional practices, activities, and strategies.
• Independently manage the unit’s day-to-day operations and lead staff.
• Exercise authority and accountability for decisions within the position’s scope and hospital policies and procedures.
• Maintain frequent visibility on all shifts and weekends to enhance staff communication and monitor staff effectiveness.
• Seek advice and guidance on major matters affecting activity outside the unit, employee terminations and grievances, annual unit goals and budget, unit guidelines and procedures, and staff annual performance evaluations.

What This Job Offers

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