RN Director of Nursing Full-time
Mercy

Director of Nursing - Mercy Hospital Washington - Full Time

Mercy Washington, MO, US

Find your calling at Mercy!

Oversees and manages more than one cost center that provides patient care services. Serve as a member of community and regional organizations. Serves on other System-driven councils, committees and task forces as appropriate. Performs related duties as assigned. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Position Details:

Director of Nursing

Mercy Hospital Washington

Full-Time | RN Leadership Opportunity


Lead Nursing Excellence at Mercy

Are you an experienced Director of Nursing, Nurse Manager, Nursing Leader, or Healthcare Executive ready to make a meaningful impact? Mercy Hospital Washington is seeking a strategic and compassionate Director of Nursing (RN) to oversee multiple patient care departments and lead high-performing clinical teams focused on exceptional patient outcomes.


As a key nursing leader, you will drive operational excellence, patient safety, quality improvement, employee engagement, physician collaboration, and financial stewardship while advancing Mercy's mission of delivering compassionate care.


Why Join Mercy Hospital Washington?

  • Leadership role with system-wide impact
  • Collaborative physician and executive partnerships
  • Opportunity to influence patient outcomes and nursing practice
  • Supportive, mission-driven culture
  • Professional growth and advancement opportunities
  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits

What You'll Do

Nursing Leadership & Operations

  • Direct multiple nursing and patient care departments.
  • Foster a culture of clinical excellence, accountability, and teamwork.
  • Lead evidence-based nursing practice and shared governance initiatives.
  • Support workforce planning, staffing, retention, and employee engagement.
  • Mentor and develop nurse managers and clinical leaders.

Quality, Safety & Regulatory Compliance

  • Drive patient safety, quality outcomes, and regulatory readiness.
  • Ensure compliance with Joint Commission, CMS, HIPAA, and state regulations.
  • Lead accreditation, quality improvement, and patient experience initiatives.
  • Promote safe, effective, and patient-centered care delivery.

Financial & Strategic Leadership

  • Manage departmental operating and capital budgets.
  • Monitor productivity, labor management, and cost-control initiatives.
  • Analyze operational and financial performance metrics.
  • Develop business plans to support new programs and service growth.

Physician & Community Partnerships

  • Build strong relationships with physicians and interdisciplinary teams.
  • Collaborate on patient care delivery and service line development.
  • Represent Mercy within community and professional organizations.
  • Support academic partnerships and healthcare workforce development.


Qualifications

Required

  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
  • Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
  • Master's degree in nursing, Healthcare Administration, or related field, or commitment to obtain
  • Two or more years of Nurse Manager experience in an acute care hospital setting
  • Proven experience in nursing operations, quality improvement, staff development, and budget management
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and relationship-building skills

Preferred

  • Nationally recognized nursing certification
  • Progressive leadership experience overseeing multiple clinical departments
  • Experience leading hospital-based nursing teams within a complex healthcare environment

Ideal Candidate Profile

We are seeking a nursing leader who excels in:

  • Nursing Administration
  • Hospital Operations
  • Clinical Leadership
  • Patient Care Services
  • Healthcare Management
  • Employee Engagement
  • Physician Relations
  • Quality Improvement
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Budget Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Patient Experience
  • Workforce Development
  • Change Management

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.



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