Nursing Director

This is a full time Nursing (RN) Director responsible for the Inpatient Medical/Surgical department at Laredo Medical Center.

RN
- Registered Nurse
- State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required

Why You'll Love Working Here

* Competitive Compensation - Salary and benefits package designed to reward your expertise, leadership, and contributions.

* Comprehensive Health Coverage - Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options to support you and your family.

* Future Security - 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching to help you build long-term financial stability.

* Generous Paid Time Off - Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) to support work-life balance and personal well-being.

* Career Growth Opportunities - Professional development, leadership training, and advancement opportunities across our organization.

* Recognition & Reward Programs - We celebrate employee achievements and contributions to our success.

* Exclusive Employee Discounts & Perks - Access to special savings and benefits designed for our team members.

Role:
Nursing (RN) Director - Med Surg

Location:

Laredo, TX

Schedule:

Full time, Monday - Friday

Job Summary

The Director, Med/Surg, is responsible for the overall leadership and management of the medical-surgical department, ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care and operational excellence. This role provides strategic direction, oversees departmental operations, and ensures compliance with healthcare regulations and organizational objectives. The Director fosters a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement while supporting staff development and patient satisfaction.

Essential Functions

* Oversees clinical operations in the medical-surgical department, ensuring that patient care is delivered safely, efficiently, and in alignment with evidence-based practices and regulatory standards.

* Collaborates with physicians, nursing staff, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless coordination of patient care across the continuum.

* Manages departmental budgets, staffing, and resource allocation to maintain financial efficiency while meeting patient care needs and maintaining high standards of service.

* Monitors key performance indicators and quality metrics, identifying opportunities for improvement and leading initiatives to optimize patient outcomes and departmental performance.

* Facilitates open communication and collaboration between clinical staff, administration, and external stakeholders to address patient care needs and operational challenges.

* Responds promptly to patient care concerns, complaints, and incidents, conducting investigations and implementing corrective actions as necessary.

* Maintains up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, emerging clinical practices, and regulatory changes, ensuring the department adapts to evolving healthcare environments.

* Performs other duties as assigned.

* Maintains regular and reliable attendance.

* Complies with all policies and standards.

Leadership Responsibilities

* Supervision and Staff Management

* Provides leadership, mentorship and professional development opportunities for departmental staff.

* Schedules employees to ensure effective use of resources. Consults with leadership on any potential staffing issues.

* Conducts performance evaluations, sets goals and provides feedback to staff on their performance and development.

* Strategic Planning and Financial Oversight

* Collaborates with hospital leadership to set the strategic direction for the department, including budgeting, resource allocation and long-term planning.

* Monitors expenditures, ensuring cost-effective delivery of services.

* Evaluates and implements new technologies to enhance operational efficiency.

* Develops and implements departmental policies and procedures and protocols to optimize quality and overall efficiencies.

* Quality Assurance and Regulatory Compliance

* Ensures compliance with all relevant regulatory bodies. May oversee the accreditation process with relevant agencies ensuring that services meet or exceed industry standards.

* Participates in audits, inspections and accreditation processes as applicable.

* Follows established quality control practices to ensure accuracy, consistency and safety.

* Collaboration and Communication

* Works closely with leadership teams to coordinate and improve service delivery.

* Stays up-to-date with industry advancements, new technologies, and regulatory changes.

* Staff Responsibilities

* May work in a staff role, when required. Ensures that duties and responsibilities are fulfilled while meeting all competencies established for that job.

Qualifications

* Bachelor's Degree in relevant field required or

* Seven (7) plus years of direct experience in lieu of a Bachelor's degree required

* Master's Degree preferred

* 3-5 years of experience in closely related field with Bachelor's degree required

* 3-5 years of previous leadership experience preferred

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

* Strong leadership,…