Director Nursing - Santa Rosa, CA

Company: Providence Health and Services
Location: Santa Rosa
Posted on: January 16, 2026

Job Description:

Description Calling all Esteemed Leaders! Are you an innovative leader with a passion for nursing and healthcare excellence? Do you thrive on managing resources and optimizing patient care? If so, we have the ideal opportunity for you! The Role: As the Nursing Director, you will coordinate available resources to deliver professional patient care and services consistent with SJHS-HC standards. Under the guidance of the VP, CNO, you'll manage and direct patient care and services in your designated areas, assuming 24-hour responsibility. You'll drive growth through creativity and innovation while demonstrating competency in communication, leadership, and problem-solving. What You'll Do: - Resource Coordinator: Efficiently utilize resources to provide quality patient care in alignment with fiscal and organizational standards. Delegate authority appropriately to ensure optimal management. - Age-Specific Care Expert: Demonstrate competency in age-specific skills for diverse patient groups, from neonates to geriatrics, incorporating various factors into the nursing process. - Fiscal Management/Resource Utilization: - Strategic Planner: Develop realistic budgets for capital equipment and resources to fulfill department and organization-wide functions. - Resource Optimizer: Control resources effectively, monitor systems, and implement changes to enhance productivity and patient care. - Human Resource Management: - Team Builder: Facilitate individual and team development, removing obstacles to improve performance, and motivate staff. - Effective Recruiter: Recruit, hire, and train staff to meet patient, departmental, and organizational needs. Conduct appraisals and feedback in line with policies. - Quality Assurance: - Performance Improver: Monitor departmental activities, identify trends, and take action to enhance performance and maintain quality control. - Safety Advocate: Assure a safe environment for patients and staff, taking effective actions to meet safety standards. What You'll Bring: - Educational Background: Graduate from an accredited nursing school or program; Bachelor's Degree in Nursing within 18 months of hire; Master's Degree preferred. - Experience: Minimum of 3 years as a clinical staff nurse and 3 years of healthcare managerial experience in a similar acute care setting. - Licensing: California Registered Nurse License upon hire. - Communication Skills: Excellent written and oral communication skills, capable of speaking effectively before groups. - Analytical Skills: Ability to interpret medical orders, gather data, and make informed decisions based on environmental assessments. - Leadership Ability: Proven competency in coordinating multiple projects and driving organizational success. Why Join Us? - Impactful Role: Be part of an organization focused on transforming healthcare and making a real difference in patient lives. - Professional Growth: Unleash your potential through autonomy and support for your innovative ideas. - Collaborative Culture: Work alongside talented professionals dedicated to healthcare excellence. - Dynamic Environment: Embrace the challenges and rewards of a fast-paced, ever-evolving industry. - Thriving Community: Enjoy the vibrant offerings of Santa Rosa, from its stunning natural beauty to its cultural scene. Ready to Shape the Future of Healthcare? If you're a visionary leader passionate about nursing excellence, we encourage you to apply! Join our team and help us create a healthier future for all. About Providence At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of “Know me, care for me, ease my way.” Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable. Posted are the minimum and the maximum wage rates on the wage range for this position. The successful candidate's placement on the wage range for this position will be determined based upon relevant job experience and other applicable factors. These amounts are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits. Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Requsition ID: 408458 Company: Providence Jobs Job Category: Nursing-Patient Facing Job Function: Nursing Job Schedule: Full time Job Shift: Day Career Track: Leadership Department: 7820 NURSING ADMIN Address: CA Santa Rosa 1165 Montgomery Dr Work Location: Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital Workplace Type: On-site Pay Range: $111.64 - $176.25 The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. PandoLogic. Category:Healthcare, Keywords:Nursing Director, Location:Santa Rosa, CA-95406

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