Director of Nursing

Director of Nursing – Medical/Pediatrics/Oncology/IP Rehab/Palliative

Salary Range: $,700 + Executive-Level Benefits

Join Our Wausau Wisconsin Leadership Team!

We are seeking a forward-thinking and collaborative Director of Nursing (DON) to lead the Medical Pediatrics unit at a flagship Level II Trauma Center in Central Wisconsin. Reporting to the Chief Nursing Officer, this role blends strategic vision with hands‑on leadership across four core service lines. The ideal candidate will bring energy, innovation, and the ability to inspire teams during a time of transformation.

You’ll play a key role in achieving Pathway to Excellence designation, reconfiguring unit structures, enhancing patient throughput, and building a thriving nursing culture aligned with organizational values.

• Develop and execute strategic vision for the medical, pediatrics, oncology, inpatient rehab, and palliative service lines.
• Lead operational improvements to support Pathway to Excellence designation and enhance patient throughput.
• Reconfigure unit structures and staffing models to optimize quality of care and workforce engagement.
• Foster a nursing culture that reflects the organization’s mission, values, and commitment to compassionate care.

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) required;
  Master’s in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or related field preferred (or enrolled, with completion within 3 years).
• Active RN license in Wisconsin or a compact‑eligible state.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive nursing leadership experience.
• Demonstrated success in operational and strategic leadership, team development, and change management.
• Experience in inpatient nursing operations, staffing, and regulatory compliance.

• Competitive compensation package with annual performance bonus.
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Generous PTO, 403(b) retirement plan, and relocation support.
• Opportunity to shape nursing strategy and influence care delivery across a high‑performing system.
• Robust leadership development and academic partnership opportunities.

This role is based in Wausau, Wisconsin—home to a vibrant community, four‑season recreation, and one of the nation’s Top 50 Cardiovascular Hospitals. With access to rivers, trails, cultural amenities, and a strong school system, Wausau offers both professional opportunity and an outstanding quality of life.

We are a mission‑driven, nonprofit regional health system serving Wisconsin and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. As a nationally recognized leader in rural health and clinical excellence, we are committed to innovation, collaboration, and the compassionate care of our communities. Join our leadership team and help shape the future of care across a trusted, integrated health system.