Director of Nursing Excellence and Quality

Director Of Nursing Excellence And Quality

The Director of Nursing Excellence and Quality provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for the advancement of nursing clinical outcomes and professional practice. This role drives performance in nursing-sensitive indicators (NSIs), national nursing quality indicators (NDNQI), and evidence-based care, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and regulatory standards. The Director serves as a key liaison between Nursing and departments such as Quality, Regulatory, Clinical Education, and Patient Experience, fostering system-wide collaboration to advance nursing excellence and improve patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice (required).
• Master's degree in nursing, Healthcare Administration, or related field (required).
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive nursing leadership experience (required).
• Prior experience in clinical quality, education, or professional development (preferred).
• Certification in Nursing Professional Development, Quality, or Leadership preferred (e.g., NE-BC, CPHQ, NPD-BC); required within 23 years of hire.