AZ Director of Nursing
About The Position
Abby Care is seeking a Director of Nursing/Administrator to establish and lead clinical operations in its new Arizona market. Reporting to the Head of Clinical Operations, this senior founding role is responsible for ensuring exceptional patient care, regulatory compliance, and strong staff performance as the market scales. The Director will collaborate with executive leadership on strategic initiatives, oversee clinical practice, and lead nursing and ancillary team members while fostering a culture of excellence and empathy aligned with Abby Care’s mission. The role combines strategic leadership with hands-on oversight of daily clinical operations and clinician development. The Director will build and grow Arizona’s clinical practice, using performance metrics to strengthen quality assurance, maintain regulatory readiness, and align clinical resources with the needs of children and families with special needs and chronic illnesses. This is a full-time hybrid opportunity based in Phoenix, Arizona. The successful candidate must reside or be willing to permanently relocate to the Greater Phoenix/Tucson area.
Requirements
- Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in Arizona, with multi-state/compact state eligibility if applicable.
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
- At least 5 years of leadership experience in a clinical setting, managing cross-functional clinical teams and operations.
- Must reside or be willing to permanently relocate to the Greater Phoenix/Tucson area.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Effective communication skills and a proven ability to thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s Degree in Nursing (MSN) or a related healthcare administration field.
- Prior experience leading clinical operations within home health or pediatrics/special needs care.
Responsibilities
- Develop clinical strategies aligned with Abby Care’s mission and operational goals for children and families with special needs and chronic illnesses.
- Oversee agency-wide compliance with CMS Conditions of Participation, state regulations, and accreditation standards, maintaining continuous survey readiness.
- Manage daily clinical operations, resource allocation, and staffing to support patient care and compliance with organizational policies.
- Champion evidence-based practices and lead quality assurance programs to uphold clinical, ethical, and safety standards across care settings.
- Report on clinical performance dashboards and translate data into strategies that drive measurable clinical and operational outcomes.
- Partner with Talent Acquisition to recruit, hire, and structure clinical teams, including clinic leads and case managers.
- Forecast nursing capacity based on census and acuity, and establish staffing models that balance productivity, visit efficiency, and workforce well-being.
- Foster an empathetic, responsive environment for patients and families and address complex concerns professionally.
- Partner with Finance to develop, monitor, and optimize the clinical budget, support cost-effective practices, and collaborate on cost-containment strategies.
- Maintain comprehensive documentation and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations; lead quality audits and corrective action plans as needed.
- Establish a cohesive clinical leadership structure and improve quality assurance and regulatory audit processes as the Arizona market grows.
Benefits
- Annual company performance bonus for eligible full-time employees.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage, including a $0 deductible PPO and company-funded HSA.
- Employer-paid life and disability insurance.
- Paid time off and 10 paid company holidays.
- HSA contributions, optional FSA, and commuter benefits.
- Full coverage of 401(k) account fees; employer match is not currently offered.
- Paid parental leave.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
