Senior Director of Nursing Excellence

Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium Anchorage, AK, US

Medical Insurance provided through the Federal Employee Health Benefits Program as a Tribal Employee, with over 20 plans and tiers.
Cost-Share Dental and Vision Insurances
Discounted Pet Insurance
Retirement Contributions with Pre-Tax or Roth options into a 403(b).
401(a) ANTHC Retirement Plan: After one year of employment, ANTHC will begin making matching contributions of up to 5% of your eligible pay, based on your own contributions. In addition, you may be eligible for an annual discretionary contribution of up to 3% from the employer.
Paid Time Off starts immediately, earning up to 6 hours per pay period, with paid time off accruals increasing based on years of service.
Eleven Paid Holidays
Paid Parental Leave or miscarriage/stillbirth eligibility after six months of employment
Basic Short/Long Term Disability premiums, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance, and Basic Life Insurance are covered 100% by ANTHC, with additional options for Short-Term Disability Buy-Up Coverage and Voluntary Life for yourself and your family members.
Flexible Spending Accounts for Healthcare and Dependent Care.
Ancillary Cash Benefits for accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness.
On-Site Child Care Facility with expert-designed classrooms for early child development and preschool.
Employee Assistance Program with support for grief, financial counseling, mental/emotional health, and discounted legal advice.
Tuition Discounts for you and your eligible dependents at Alaska Pacific University.
On-Site Training Courses and Professional Development Opportunities.
License and certification reimbursements and occupational insurance for medical staff.
Emergency Travel Assistance
Education Assistance or Education leave eligibility
Discount program for travel, gym memberships, amusement parks, and more.

Visit us online at www.anthc.org or contact Recruitment directly at HRRecruiting@anthc.org.

Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium has a hiring preference for qualified Alaska Native and American Indian applicants pursuant to P.L. 93-638 Indian Self Determination Act.

Summary

The Senior Director of Nursing Excellence, Professional Practice, and Innovation is responsible for establishing and advancing the organization's nursing excellence strategy through leadership of professional practice, nursing professional development, evidence-based practice, research and clinical inquiry, innovation, quality analytics, and continuous improvement programs.

This role provides enterprise oversight and operational responsibility of the Magnet Recognition Program and/or Pathway to Excellence journey, aligning nursing practice, workforce development, quality outcomes, regulatory readiness, and strategic priorities across inpatient, ambulatory, perioperative, procedural, and other care settings where nurses practice.

The Senior Director partners with nursing and interdisciplinary leaders to drive clinical excellence, lead system-level improvement initiatives, strengthen professional governance, advance nursing research and innovation, and build a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and nursing excellence.

The Senior Director of Nursing Excellence, Professional Practice, and Innovation is responsible for establishing and advancing the organization's nursing excellence strategy through leadership of professional practice, nursing professional development, evidence-based practice, research and clinical inquiry, innovation, quality analytics, and continuous improvement programs.

This role provides enterprise oversight and operational responsibility of the Magnet Recognition Program and/or Pathway to Excellence journey, aligning nursing practice, workforce development, quality outcomes, regulatory readiness, and strategic priorities across inpatient, ambulatory, perioperative, procedural, and other care settings where nurses practice.

The Senior Director partners with nursing and interdisciplinary leaders to drive clinical excellence, lead system-level improvement initiatives, strengthen professional governance, advance nursing research and innovation, and build a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and nursing excellence.

Responsibilities

Assists the ACNO/CNO in strategic planning, resource allocation, policy development, and operational decision-making to advance nursing priorities, quality outcomes, and performance.
Participates in emergency management, incident command, surge response, and business continuity planning as assigned to support organizational readiness and continuity of operations during urgent or evolving events.
Supports academic partnerships, clinical education, professional development, and nursing research or quality dissemination activities that strengthen recruitment, retention, practice advancement, and organizational learning.
Fosters a just culture and psychologically safe work environment by supporting leader visibility, structured communication, staff well-being, resilience strategies, learning from events, and open reporting of risks, near misses, and improvement opportunities.
Promotes a professional practice environment grounded in shared governance, evidence-based practice, ethical nursing standards, and leadership development, and supports nursing excellence through specialty certification, succession planning, and workforce capability building.
Champions an exceptional patient and family experience by partnering with leaders and teams to strengthen communication, responsiveness, service recovery, and culturally respectful, patient-centered care.
Lead organizational Magnet Recognition Program and/or Pathway to Excellence designation efforts, including enterprise program leadership, documentation strategy, gap analysis, readiness activities, and appraisal or site visit preparation.
Develop and execute the enterprise strategic roadmap for nursing excellence, professional practice, and innovation, ensuring alignment of nursing initiatives with Magnet and/or Pathway to Excellence standards and organizational priorities.
Facilitate Magnet and/or Pathway steering committees, councils, and workgroups; educate leaders and frontline staff on nursing excellence principles and expectations; and monitor organizational readiness for designation efforts.
In collaboration with Quality, oversee performance improvement related to nursing-sensitive indicators through monitoring, trend analysis, reporting, dashboards, accountability structures, action planning, and partnership with unit leaders to sustain outcome improvements.
Champions an exceptional patient and family experience by partnering with leaders and teams to strengthen communication, responsiveness, service recovery, and culturally respectful, patient-centered care.
Lead implementation and sustainment of the Professional Practice Model and shared governance structures, ensuring frontline nurse participation in practice decisions and promoting nurse autonomy, empowerment, accountability, and a sustained professional practice environment.
Provide executive oversight for a nursing professional development strategy that supports onboarding, role transition, competency development, certification, lifelong learning, career advancement, preceptor development, mentoring, clinical advancement, and succession planning across nursing services.
Develop infrastructure supporting evidence-based practice, research, clinical inquiry, innovation, and scholarship, and lead translation of evidence into clinical practice across care settings.
Advance dissemination of nursing research and evidence-based practice through presentations, publications, abstracts, manuscripts, journal clubs, and internal and external learning forums.
Partner with clinical nurse specialists, educators, academic institutions, and interdisciplinary leaders to advance professional practice, research, evidence-based practice, and clinical excellence.
Lead nursing process improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, PDSA, and High Reliability Organization methodologies to improve clinical quality, patient safety, throughput, patient experience, clinical standardization, sustainability of improvement, and data-informed decision-making across care settings.
Coach nursing directors and leaders in quality improvement, strategic execution, data interpretation, outcomes management, nursing excellence principles, innovation, change leadership, onboarding, mentoring, and leadership development.
Ensure compliance with nursing-related accreditation and regulatory standards; coordinate nursing quality audits and tracers; and lead corrective action plans when deficiencies are identified.
Develop and strengthen the infrastructure, resources, and accountability needed to sustain a professional practice environment and support nurse growth, innovation, and leadership pipeline development.
Collaborate with executive, operational, medical, analytics, accreditation, regulatory, and academic partners to align nursing excellence work with enterprise priorities.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Information

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

Experience leading successful teams and managing diverse workforce.
Demonstrated leadership in Magnet or Pathway to Excellence frameworks, including experience with documentation, shared governance, professional practice models, empirical outcomes, evidence-based practice, or readiness activities.
Experience leading quality improvement, nursing-sensitive indicator improvement, interdisciplinary work across complex matrixed healthcare environments, and large-scale organizational change across multiple care settings.

MINIMUM EDUCATION QUALIFICATION

Master’s degree in Nursing from an accredited program.

Minimum Experience Qualification

7+ years of progressive healthcare leadership experience
5+ years of clinical nursing experience

MINIMUM CERTIFICATION QUALIFICATION

Current Alaska Registered Nurse (RN) license.
Basic Life Support (BLS) per organizational policy.

Preferred Education Qualification

Doctoral degree (DNP or PhD) preferred.

Preferred Experience Qualification

Experience conducting organizational gap analyses and leading large-scale quality, safety, or performance improvement initiatives.
Experience developing or sustaining shared governance, evidence-based practice, or professional development infrastructures across multiple units or service lines.
Experience preparing teams for accreditation or regulatory surveys, including readiness rounding, corrective action planning, and compliance monitoring.
Experience developing or overseeing nursing quality dashboards, analytics platforms, or data-driven decision-making tools.
Experience supporting evidence-based practice with scholarly dissemination, coaching leaders and frontline nurses in Magnet principles, evidence-based practice, professional governance, and outcomes management, and experience with nurse residency, preceptor, mentoring, or clinical advancement programs; experience in the Alaska Tribal Health System or similarly complex integrated care environments preferred.

Preferred Certification Qualification

Professional certification preferred (for example, NE-BC, NEA-BC, CPHQ, or specialty certification).
Lean or Six Sigma certification preferred.

Additional Requirements

May be required to work outside traditional hours.
May be required to respond during emergencies or organizational needs.

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RN Medical Telemetry

Alaska Regional Hospital Anchorage, AK

Introduction Alaska Regional Hospital is committed to investing in the latest technology enabling nurses to work more efficiently. Are you passionate about delivering patient-centered care? Submit your application for RN Medical Telemetry position and spend more time at the bedside with the patient. Benefits Alaska Regional Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include: Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation. Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more. Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service) Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance. Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships) Colleague recognition program Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence) Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income. Learn more about Employee Benefits Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. You contribute to our success let us contribute to yours! Whether you choose to focus on bedside care, a leadership or C-suite role, shape business and operational outcomes, or work to deliver clinical excellence behind the scenes in data science, case management or transfer centers. Unlock your potential at Alaska Regional Hospital! Job Summary and Qualifications As a highly-skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse in the Med Tele Care Unit you will provide the best possible preventative, supportive, and nursing care to each patient receiving care for acute medical/surgical care of diseases and conditions . Y ou will work to provide patients with an individualized care plan through assessment and planning. Our team supports each other like family and we are looking for someone who feels patient care is as meaningful as we do. In this role: You will provide assessment and planning for individualized patient care. You will respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment. You will provide care for the patient in collaboration with the patient/family, with regard to developmental, cultural and age specific differences, develops and implements patient care plans to include problems, goals, evaluations and interventions. You will communicate effectively with physicians regarding patient’s clinical condition and results of diagnostic studies. You will perform nursing duties as needed in the continuum of care for all patients. You will participate in process improvement efforts and activities for the department. You will work collaboratively with Social Service and Pastoral care to support and provide families emotional and end of life resources such as Hospice to facilitate a dignified end. You will act in a composed and professional manner, especially under pressure. What qualifications you will need: Current State of Alaska Registered Nurse License. Associates Degree in Nursing required . BSN is preferred. Amer ican Re d Cross or American Heart Association Basic Life Support Course (BLS or BCLS) and Certification. American Red Cross or American Heart Association Advanced Life Support Course (ALS or ACLS) and Certification Previous critical Care experience strongly preferre d. HCA Healthcares Alaska Regional Hospital is known for our expertise, compassion and skills. We are committed to delivering patient-centered care to every patient on every visit for our 250 plus bed facility. Year after year, Alaska Regional receives 5-star ratings for heart attack treatment, bowel obstruction treatment, and colorectal surgery. Based in Anchorage, Alaska Regional is located in a thriving community offering plenty of opportunities to capitalize on the Alaskan lifestyle. Alaska offers some of the most incredible scenic beauty around the world which draws visitors year-round who come for a vacation and end up making Alaska home. We are part of the HCA Healthcare network - which includes more than 300 affiliate facilities across the country offering our colleagues the opportunity for travel and relocation. HCA Healthcare and Alaska Regional are inspired by our mission to care for and improve human life to create a positive impact in our community. HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated 3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses. Join a family that cares about every stage in your career! We are interviewing candidates for our RN Medical Telemetry opening. Apply today and a member of our Talent Acquisition team will reach out. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

ICU

Full-time

1 week ago

Critical Care Float Pool RN

Alaska Regional Hospital Anchorage, AK

Stroke response times nearly half of the national average. Cutting-edge SPOT Technology that detects sepsis earlier than the human eye. An Enhanced Surgical Recovery program that reduces opioid prescriptions and post-surgical readmissions. As a national learning health system, were transforming care delivery, advancing clinical outcomes, and empowering our nursing teams in a collaborative effort to give people a healthier tomorrow. Join us! Job Summary and Qualifications The Registered Nurse coordinates and delivers high quality, patient-centered care in accordance with the nature and specific requirements of the department, and consistent with the scope and standards of practice for the relevant state and specialty. In collaboration with medical providers and other members of the care team, the RN provides individualized, comprehensive, and compassionate care using established nursing models such as “Assess, Perform, Teach, and Manage.” The RN serves as an advocate for patients/families/caregivers and models a commitment to the organization’s vision/mission/values to support an unparalleled patient experience and clinical outcomes that contribute to overall departmental performance. Performs procedures, monitoring, or other functions as ordered by the medical provider(s). Documents the administration of care in the patient medical record in a timely and thorough manner. Teaches patients/families/caregivers about patient medical condition, patient status, treatment plan, medications and possible side effects, and follow-up measures. Translates complex medical terminology to ensure complete understanding. Teaches patients/families/caregivers about any non-medicinal follow-up measures, such as healthy diet and exercise, disease prevention, and/or other lifestyle changes. Prepares patients and families/caregivers for future self-management. Manages evidence-based practices and continuous process improvement initiatives to meet and exceed quality measures and enhance the exceptional care provided to patients. Manages the quality of care by collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to coordinate, evaluate, customize, and deliver a holistic patient treatment plan that promotes and supports recovery. What qualifications you will need: Advanced Cardiac Life Spt must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date (RN) Registered Nurse Associate Degree No Travel Required 1 years experience Required Years of Experience Benefits Alaska Regional Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include: Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence Savings and retirement resources , including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts Learn more about Employee Benefits Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. HCA Healthcares Alaska Regional Hospital is known for our expertise, compassion and skills. We are committed to delivering patient-centered care to every patient on every visit for our 250 plus bed facility. Year after year, Alaska Regional receives 5-star ratings for heart attack treatment, bowel obstruction treatment, and colorectal surgery. Based in Anchorage, Alaska Regional is located in a thriving community offering plenty of opportunities to capitalize on the Alaskan lifestyle. Alaska offers some of the most incredible scenic beauty around the world which draws visitors year-round who come for a vacation and end up making Alaska home. We are part of the HCA Healthcare network - which includes more than 300 affiliate facilities across the country offering our colleagues the opportunity for travel and relocation. HCA Healthcare and Alaska Regional are inspired by our mission to care for and improve human life to create a positive impact in our community. HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated 3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses. "The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patients family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder Join a family that cares about every stage in your career! We are interviewing candidates for our Critical Care Float Pool RN opening. Apply today and a member of our Talent Acquisition team will reach out. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.