Nursing Director - MedSurg New

This is a full time Nursing Director responsible for the inpatient Medical Surgical Department at Tennova Healthcare - Clarksville.

Benefits include: Medical, Vision, Dental, 401k match & more.

Job Summary

The Director, Med/Surg, is responsible for the overall leadership and management of the medical-surgical department, ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care and operational excellence. This role provides strategic direction, oversees departmental operations, and ensures compliance with healthcare regulations and organizational objectives. The Director fosters a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement while supporting staff development and patient satisfaction.

Essential Functions

• Oversees clinical operations in the medical-surgical department, ensuring that patient care is delivered safely, efficiently, and in alignment with evidence-based practices and regulatory standards.


• Develops, implements, and evaluates departmental policies, procedures, and workflows to enhance patient care outcomes and operational efficiency.


• Collaborates with physicians, nursing staff, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless coordination of patient care across the continuum.


• Manages departmental budgets, staffing, and resource allocation to maintain financial efficiency while meeting patient care needs and maintaining high standards of service.


• Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal healthcare regulations, as well as accreditation and organizational policies.


• Supports the recruitment, onboarding, and ongoing professional development of clinical staff, fostering a culture of mentorship, accountability, and teamwork.


• Monitors key performance indicators and quality metrics, identifying opportunities for improvement and leading initiatives to optimize patient outcomes and departmental performance.


• Facilitates open communication and collaboration between clinical staff, administration, and external stakeholders to address patient care needs and operational challenges.


• Participates in strategic planning and organizational initiatives, contributing to the growth and development of the medical-surgical department and broader healthcare services.


• Responds promptly to patient care concerns, complaints, and incidents, conducting investigations and implementing corrective actions as necessary.


• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, emerging clinical practices, and regulatory changes, ensuring the department adapts to evolving healthcare environments.


• Performs other duties as assigned.


• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.


• Complies with all policies and standards.

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  Supervision and Staff Management
  
  
  • Provides leadership, mentorship and professional development opportunities for departmental staff.
  
  
  • Schedules employees to ensure effective use of resources. Consults with leadership on any potential staffing issues.
  
  
  • Conducts performance evaluations, sets goals and provides feedback to staff on their performance and development.
  
  
  
  


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  Strategic Planning and Financial Oversight
  
  
  • Collaborates with hospital leadership to set the strategic direction for the department, including budgeting, resource allocation and long-term planning.
  
  
  • Monitors expenditures, ensuring cost-effective delivery of services.
  
  
  • Evaluates and implements new technologies to enhance operational efficiency.
  
  
  • Develops and implements departmental policies and procedures and protocols to optimize quality and overall efficiencies.
  
  
  
  


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  Quality Assurance and Regulatory Compliance
  
  
  • Ensures compliance with all relevant regulatory bodies. May oversee the accreditation process with relevant agencies ensuring that services meet or exceed industry standards.
  
  
  • Participates in audits, inspections and accreditation processes as applicable.
  
  
  • Follows established quality control practices to ensure accuracy, consistency and safety.
  
  
  
  


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  Collaboration and Communication
  
  
  • Works closely with leadership teams to coordinate and improve service delivery.
  
  
  • Stays up-to-date with industry advancements, new technologies, and regulatory changes.
  
  
  
  


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  Staff Responsibilities
  • May work in a staff role, when required. Ensures that duties and responsibilities are fulfilled while meeting all competencies established for that job.
  
  

• Bachelor's Degree in relevant field required or


• Seven (7) plus years of direct experience in lieu of a Bachelor's degree required


• Master's Degree preferred


• 3-5 years of experience in closely related field with Bachelor's degree required


• 3-5 years of previous leadership experience preferred

• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.


• Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and manage cross-functional relationships.


• Foster a positive work environment that promotes teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement.


• Communicate effectively with leadership, team members, and stakeholders.


• Ability to work effectively with others, delegate responsibilities, and independently manage tasks while meeting established deadlines.


• Problem-solving and critical thinking skills.


• In depth knowledge of industry best practices and regulatory compliance (if applicable).


• Strong organizational and time management skills.


• Proficiency with Google and Microsoft platforms, healthcare software systems, and data analysis tools.

• RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required


• Basic Life Support Program (BLS) - American Heart Association required