Senior Director, Nursing (TOSH Northwest, AR)
About The Position
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans. We are seeking a dynamic Senior Director of Nursing to join our Northwest Arkansas team. In this role, you will lead Perioperative/OR/Inpatient/PACU Services at NWA Total Orthopedic and Surgical Hospital (TOSH), partnering with the Administrative Director and department leaders to advance our mission of delivering exceptional, patient- and family-centered care, while ensuring quality, regulatory compliance, and strong physician and staff relationships across ambulatory and inpatient care. Join us to shape care delivery, drive outcomes, and lead a high-performing nursing team at a premier MSK/orthopedic setting. Apply now to make an impact on patient experiences and advance your leadership career!
Requirements
- Must be an active RN who has graduated from an accredited nursing program and holds a graduate degree in nursing or a related field.
- A minimum of ten (10) years of nursing experience, including at least four (4) years in RN leadership or managerial roles.
- State of Arkansas Registered Nurse licensure or eligible for licensure in Arkansas
- National Nursing Certification
Nice To Haves
- Active RN with a graduate degree in nursing or related field
- 10+ years of nursing experience, including 4+ years in RN leadership
- National Nursing Certification
- Proven ability to lead clinical, operational, and financial aspects of patient care services
- Strong collaboration, strategic planning, communication, and change-management skills
- Commitment to Magnet standards, patient safety, and continuous quality improvement
Responsibilities
- Assess staffing and throughput to meet patient acuity and productivity targets; drive patient satisfaction, clinical metrics, employee engagement, and workforce stability; coach and develop staff; ensure compliance with CNO standards and patient-family centered care.
- Lead strategic planning and vision with the leadership triad; enable success across the hospital and MSK sites; foster cross-team collaboration.
- Engage with the public professionally; communicate clearly and confidentially; maintain strong stakeholder relationships and uphold patient- and family-centered care.
- Oversee hiring, training, and evaluation of licensed and unlicensed staff; partner with informatics for data-driven care and research; align with Magnet standards; promote ongoing education and clinical research participation.
- Participate in CLP Nursing Director Roundtable; lead quality initiatives; advocate for high-quality, efficient nursing practice across NWA TOSH and MSK sites.
- Perform other duties to advance the mission of UAMS
Benefits
- Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
- Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
- Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
- Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
- Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
- Career Training and Educational Opportunities
- Merchant Discounts
- Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
