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LifePoint Health

DVP Nursing Operations

LifePoint Health, Brentwood, Tennessee, United States, 37027


Job Description - DVP Nursing Operations (7410-7795)Division Vice President Nurse OperationsWho we are:At Lifepoint Health, we provide quality healthcare to rural communities. As a valued member of our team, you will be an integral part of a group working together to elevate Lifepoint's healthcare delivery network. Our network includes 60+ community hospitals, 60+ rehabilitation/behavioral health hospitals, and 250 additional sites of care across the United States. We believe in the power of our talented teams and strive to create environments where employees find purpose and fulfillment.What you’ll do:The

Division Vice President of Nursing Operations (VPNO)

is a key executive clinical leader responsible for overseeing the strategic direction, operational management, and financial performance of nursing services across a division of hospitals. This role ensures the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care while aligning nursing practices with organizational goals, regulatory standards, and best practices in healthcare. The Division VPNO collaborates with executive leadership to develop and implement nursing strategies that enhance operational efficiency, optimize patient outcomes, and promote a culture of excellence and innovation. They are accountable for driving performance improvements in clinical quality, safety, staff engagement, and patient experience across all care settings. The Division VPNO will foster a professional environment that supports continuous learning, leadership development, and the advancement of nursing practice and operational excellence.Responsibilities:Strategic Leadership and Vision:Develop and implement a comprehensive nursing strategy that aligns with the overall goals and vision of the healthcare system.Collaborate with system-level executives and other leaders to establish priorities, long-term goals, and key performance indicators for nursing.Clinical Quality and Patient Safety:Drive system-wide initiatives focused on improving clinical outcomes, patient safety, and quality of care.Ensure that evidence-based practices and regulatory standards are consistently applied across facilities, promoting a culture of safety and accountability.Lead the development of standard clinical protocols and pathways that optimize patient care and operational efficiency.Operational Efficiency and Standardization:Oversee the integration and standardization of nursing operations, ensuring consistency in staffing models, resource allocations, etc. across the division.Identify opportunities for division and system-wide improvements in operational efficiency, cost reduction, and resource optimization while maintaining high-quality care.Workforce Planning and Talent Development:Lead division and system-wide nursing workforce planning, including retention and talent development strategies that address current and future workforce needs.Support leadership development programs and succession planning to cultivate nursing leaders at all levels within the system.Foster a professional environment that emphasizes staff engagement, clinical education, and continuous improvement.Financial Management and Accountability:Oversee the financial performance of nursing operations across the division, ensuring cost-effective practices while maintaining high standards of care.Oversee division-level budgeting, resource allocation, and financial planning, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.Regulatory Compliance and Accreditation:Ensure division-level compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and licensing standards especially related to nursing operations.Monitor and address any regulatory changes or emerging trends that may impact nursing operations.What you’ll need:Education:Master’s degree in Nursing or Healthcare-related field or Business required.Doctoral Degree preferred: Doctor of Nursing Practices (DNP) or Ph.D. in Nursing or Healthcare Leadership.Experience:Registered Nurse in State of Residence.Ten (10) years progressive experience in an executive level position (e.g. Chief Nursing Officer), with responsibilities for strategic decision-making, wide-scale initiatives, and high-level operational oversight.System experience preferred.Why choose us:As a team member of the Health Support Center, our goal is to support those that are in our facilities who are interfacing and providing care to our patients and community members. Our focus is to attract, retain, and empower a diverse and determined workforce. Our mission statement is at the heart of who we are and what we do: “Making Communities Healthier.” In this shared mission, we believe that our collective efforts will shape a healthier future for the communities we serve.Benefits:We offer an excellent total compensation package, including a competitive salary and benefits. Some of our benefits include 401k, flexible PTO, generous Employee illness benefit (EIB), medical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program. We believe that happy, healthy people have a passionate engagement with life and work and have designed our package to enhance your wellbeing.Job

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Full-timeWork Schedule: Day shift, 7-10 hr/shift, weekdays only

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