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Director of Nursing

Softsages Healthcare Inc
Skowhegan, ME Part Time | Contractor
POSTED ON 7/10/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/7/2026

Job Summary : We are seeking a highly qualified and dynamic Director of Nursing to lead and oversee the nursing services within our healthcare organization. This pivotal role involves strategic planning, personnel management, and ensuring the delivery of exceptional patient care. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in nursing leadership, management, and education administration, with a strong commitment to fostering a collaborative and compliant healthcare environment. This leadership position offers an opportunity to shape nursing practices, implement innovative care strategies, and support the organization’s mission of excellence in health services.

Duties

  • Develop and implement strategic plans to enhance nursing operations and patient care quality across all departments.
  • Oversee budgeting processes for nursing services, ensuring efficient resource allocation and financial sustainability.
  • Manage recruitment, training, and evaluation of nursing staff to maintain high standards of clinical practice.
  • Lead team management initiatives that promote professional development, morale, and effective communication among staff.
  • Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, accreditation standards, and organizational policies.
  • Provide instructional leadership by mentoring nursing personnel and fostering continuous education aligned with current healthcare best practices.
  • Collaborate with other administrative leaders to integrate nursing strategies within broader organizational goals.
  • Monitor clinical outcomes and implement quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety and satisfaction.
  • Facilitate personnel management in education by coordinating training programs and professional development opportunities.
  • Represent the organization at external meetings, conferences, and community health initiatives related to nursing practice.

Requirements

  • Proven experience in management roles within healthcare or educational settings, preferably with school administrative director experience or similar leadership positions.
  • Demonstrated expertise in strategic planning, budgeting, and personnel management in a healthcare or educational environment.
  • Strong background in education administration with a focus on instructional leadership in health-related fields.
  • Extensive knowledge of healthcare regulations, accreditation standards, and best practices in nursing care.
  • Leadership skills with the ability to inspire teams, foster collaboration, and drive organizational excellence.
  • Experience working within university or higher education settings is highly desirable.
  • Background in teaching or curriculum development related to health sciences or nursing education.
  • Excellent communication skills for effective stakeholder engagement at all levels.

This position is an essential role dedicated to advancing our organization’s mission through strategic leadership and operational excellence. We welcome applicants committed to making a meaningful impact through innovative management and dedicated service.

Pay: $2,500.00 - $2,880.00 per week

Work Location: In person

Salary : $2,500 - $2,880

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