Senior Director, Nursing

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Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children’s Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference, which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years.

Children’s Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City – a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children’s health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.

Overview

Children’s Mercy will be managing operations for Pediatric services, in partnership with Mercy Hospital Springfield, beginning November 1, 2025. This newly created position will partner with Children’s Mercy and Mercy Hospital Springfield leadership to ensure clinical, operational, and financial performance standards are implemented and achieved.

At Children’s Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity.

Additionally, it’s important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children’s Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and / or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and / or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.

Responsibilities

Directs the human, financial, and supply resources to ensure patient care safety and quality and achieve targeted outcomes, within the context of the organization's strategic and financial goals.

Acts as a role model and steward of the shared vision, mission, values and guiding behaviors of the organization and the Department of Nursing, providing leadership for nursing and professional accountability.

Leads the application of evidence for leadership and practice environment.

Collaborates with organizational leaders and staff to determine and achieve the strategic priorities and tactics supporting the organization's mission and vision.

Qualifications

Master's Degree MBA, MHA, or Master's in Public Administration / Health and 7 or more years experience Evidenced ability in progressive organization and practice leadership.

Experience in acute care, outpatient, and / or surgical pediatric settings is preferred.

One of the following : Licensed RN - MO, Registered Nurse Multistate License Missouri required upon hire

One of the following : Licensed RN - Kansas, Registered Nurse Multistate License Kansas required upon hire

RN Compact license for all states besides KS and MO

Specialty Certification relevant to assigned departments' patient population (determined by ACNO). Required Upon Hire

Benefits at Children's Mercy

The benefits plans at Children’s Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families.

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Starting Pay

Our pay ranges are market competitive. Your offer will be determined based on your education and experience.

Remote Work / Work from Home

This position is not eligible to work remotely, which means that the person hired will be required to work onsite at one of our Children’s Mercy locations and may not work from home.

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EEO Employer / Disabled / Vet

Children’s Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills, expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees, patients, parents and visitors. A personal interview, formal education and training, previous work experience, references and a criminal background investigation are all factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Children’s Mercy is smoke and tobacco free.

CM is committed to creating a workforce that supports the diverse backgrounds of our patients and families. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our team, so we hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our hospital stronger and our patient care more compassionate.

If you share our values and our enthusiasm for service, you will find a home at CM. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring, including education, ideas, culture, and beliefs.

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Requisition ID2025-35318

Requisition Post Information

• : Posted Date2 days ago(9 / 26 / 2025 9 : 22 AM)

Posting CategoryProfessionals

DivisionREGIONAL ADMINISTRATION

Work TypeFull Time

Work DaysMonday-Friday

Work Hours0800-1630

FLSA StatusExempt

Location : NameSpringfield

Recruiter : Full Name : First LastCourtney Roberts

Recruiter : Emailcmroberts1@cmh.edu