RN / Registered Nurse -Regional Director, Nursing

BrightSpring Health Services•Oklahoma City, OK

12d•$135,000 - $14,500•Hybrid

About The Position

The Regional Director of Nursing is responsible for the daily and strategic management of nursing operations within their designated region. This includes overseeing nursing operations, education and competency, staffing, scheduling, labor costs, clinical care, and quality improvement. The role involves collaboration with various directors and requires flexibility to travel within the region to provide support and supervision, with a minimum visit to each location once per quarter. The territory covers Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, and New Mexico.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Valid nursing license in state(s) of practice
Valid driver’s license and evidence of automobile insurance
Three to five (3-5) years of experience in nursing management
Three to five (3-5) years recent experience in infusion, preferably in the home
Current BCLS
Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Proficiency in data analysis and reporting
Flexibility to travel within the region as needed (30-50%)

Responsibilities

Oversees and manages the nursing departments in the region to ensure the delivery of high-quality patient care.
Ensures that nursing services are provided in compliance with company policies, state and federal regulations, and accepted clinical standards.
Ensures policies and procedures comply with all applicable regulatory requirements.
Provides leadership and guidance to nursing staff in collaboration with the Director of Clinical Services – Nursing and the Director of Pharmacy Operations.
Collaborates with nurse managers to optimize workflow and streamline processes.
May require knowledge of nursing regulations in multiple states, including ongoing updates.
Oversees patient care coordination with pharmacy staff and outside nursing agencies.
Participates in the branch Performance Improvement Program (PIP), ensuring local metrics include nursing performance improvement initiatives.
Monitors performance improvement activities and compliance through regular branch and chart audits.
Fosters a culture of continuous quality improvement and patient satisfaction.
Responsible for hiring, coaching, performance appraisal, supervision, and discipline of nurse managers in the region.
Oversees hiring, competency development, continuing education, performance appraisal, supervision, and discipline of nursing staff within the region.
Oversees coordination of activities of the nursing staff.
Ensures the availability of nursing care for the region during normal business hours and after hours by utilizing on-call nurses and overseeing the on-call schedule.
Analyzes key performance indicators (KPIs) and clinical outcomes to identify trends and areas for improvement.
Supports sales staff in growing new business by discussing clinical services and programs on sales calls, contributing to marketing tools, documentation, and clinical programs.
Develops and presents in-services to referral sources as needed.