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Director, Nursing (Mother Baby)

Baptist Health
United States, Kentucky, Lexington
Sep 04, 2025

Summary

Job Description:

The Director of Nursing is a dynamic nurse leader responsible for overseeing the operations, programs, and services of one or more hospital units within areas such as Critical Care, Emergency Services, Maternal and Child Care, Medical/Surgical, or Ambulatory Care. This role provides 24/7 accountability and leadership, ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality, patient-centered care.

The Director will lead with vision and collaboration, driving excellence in nursing practice and patient outcomes through:

  • Talent Leadership- guiding recruitment, retention, onboarding, and professional development for unit staff.
  • Performance Management- conducting evaluations, providing competency feedback, and fostering growth at all levels.
  • Operational Oversight- developing, implementing, and managing departmental budgets, resources, and staffing.
  • Quality & Patient Care Excellence- promoting evidence-based practice, culturally sensitive care, and continuous improvement in patient outcomes.
  • Strategic Collaboration- partnering with hospital leadership, medical staff, and interdisciplinary teams to shape patient care programs, policies, and initiatives.

The Director of Nursing serves as a role model for compassion, respect, acceptance, and empathy, upholding nursing as a distinct and vital discipline. This leader inspires a culture of healing, wellness, and professional accountability across inpatient and ambulatory settings, ensuring seamless transitions of care throughout the continuum.

Minimum Education, Experience, Training and Licensure Requirements:

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Registered Nurse license in Kentucky
  • 5 years of experience as a staff nurse
  • 3 years of management experience

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If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now! Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
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