RN Nurse Director, Med Surg Telemetry

RN Nurse Director, Med Surg Telemetry

Memphis, TN

135-165K + Bonus + Paid Relocation

I. Role Summary & Organizational Leadership  🏥

The  RN Director, Med Surg Telemetry  is a key leadership position responsible for the strategic planning, operational execution, and clinical excellence of the hospital's largest inpatient clinical areas. This role serves as a vital link between senior leadership and frontline staff, ensuring that high-quality, safe, and cost-effective patient care is delivered across all assigned units. The Director is the primary advocate for nursing practice and professional development within their service lines.

II. Detailed Essential Functions & Responsibilities

A. Clinical Practice and Quality Improvement (40%)

• Standard of Care :  Establish, implement, and monitor evidence-based clinical standards, protocols, and policies for the care of adult Med-Surg and Telemetry patients, including post-operative, complex medical, and cardiac monitoring cases.
• Safety & Compliance :  Ensure continuous adherence to regulatory requirements (TJC, CMS, State DOH) and uphold core quality measures, specifically aiming to reduce  Hospital-Acquired Conditions (HACs)  such as falls, pressure injuries, and Catheter-Associated Urinary Tract Infections (CAUTI).
• Telemetry Oversight :  Provide specialized oversight for telemetry monitoring systems and protocols, ensuring staff competency in rhythm recognition, appropriate intervention, and response to critical changes in patient cardiac status.
• Performance Metrics :  Lead ongoing Quality Improvement (QI) initiatives, utilizing data to track, trend, and achieve performance targets related to  Core Measures, patient experience (HCAHPS)  scores, and infection control rates.

B. Operational and Financial Management (30%)

C. Professional Leadership and Development (30%)

Requirements

CategoryRequirementDetailEducationBSN  or equivalent required. MSN  or a Master's degree in a health or business-related field is highly preferred. ExperienceMinimum 2 years  of progressive management experience (Manager or Director level) in an acute care hospital setting.Experience must include direct oversight of  Med-Surg and / or Telemetry  units. Clinical Must maintain expert clinical knowledge in adult acute care, cardiac monitoring, and medical-surgical procedures.Proven ability to lead clinical change effectively. Certification Active and current  RN License  in Tennessee (or compact state) required.  BLS  required upon hire.  ACLS  required within 3 months.Certification in Nursing Administration (NE-BC or CNML) is a plus. Leadership Traits Exceptional ability to manage conflict, demonstrate emotional intelligence, and communicate clearly under pressure.Strong financial acumen and data analysis skills.