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Director of Medical-Surgical Nursing
Howard University Hospital
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Washington, United States
Location
Washington
Posted
June 18, 2026
Commute
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Job Description
Position Summary The Director of Nursing reports directly to the Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) and provides strategic leadership and administration in patient care, education, safety, and quality. This role promotes a professional practice environment and builds collaborative partnerships with physicians, nursing, interdisciplinary teams, and organizational leaders to positively impact clinical operations and patient outcomes. Responsibilities include clinical operations oversight, leadership strategies, employee engagement, education, patient safety, financial performance, quality management, operational excellence, and regulatory compliance. Key Responsibilities Collaborate with administrators, physicians, and interdisciplinary providers to plan, implement, and evaluate strategic initiatives. Model and encourage professional nursing practice emphasizing autonomy, accountability, and empowerment. Conduct coaching and counseling sessions with direct reports for performance improvement an...