Director Nursing: HOI-Med/Surg Joint

The Nursing Director directs and oversees all aspects of patient care, operations and financial management on designated unit(s). This includes administrative, staff performance management, financial, quality management and patient care activities of nursing unit(s) on a twenty-four (24) hour basis. The role develops and modifies procedures and policies to run unit optimally. Ensures patient care is delivered and the unit is maintained in accordance with professional regulatory standards. Responsible for continual improvement of patient care and prevention of harm. Focusses on continually enhancing patient outcomes and improving care. Consults with Charge Nurses on staff performance, identifying education needs, and identifying patient and/or delivery problems and solutions. Identifies and provides necessary staff education and orientation.

Works in conjunction with the Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer to develop the vision, goals, and strategic initiatives for the Nursing Department and then executes those goals and initiatives. Functions as a clinical expert, consultant, liaison, researcher, educator and leader. Utilizes the nursing process based on research and evidence-based outcomes. Drives innovation. Exhibits a “can-do” attitude. Performs other duties as assigned.

The position requires meetings and rounding outside of normal business hours including evenings/nights and weekends.

Education and Experience

• Bachelors’ of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.
• Masters’ of Science in Nursing (MSN) preferred.

License Required

• Registered Nurse in the state of California - Current and in good standing.

License Preferred Certifications Required

• BLS certification.
• Certain departments must complete mandatory stroke specific requirements for certification.
• Brain and Spine, Emergency Department, Hoag Orthopedic Institute (HOI), ICU, Telemetry (Hoag Irvine Only): Fulfills mandatory stroke education requirements per certification agency.
• Perioperative, Same Day Services, Pulmonary: ACLS Certification.

Certifications Preferred

• Pulmonary: ANCC Certification (i.e., PCCN, CMSRN, NE-BC)

Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian is a nonprofit regional health care delivery network in Orange County, California, consisting of three acute-care hospitals with sixteen urgent care centers, eleven health centers and a network of more than1,800 physicians, 100 allied health members, 8,000 employees, and 2,000 volunteers. More than 30,000 inpatients and 550,000 outpatients choose Hoag each year.

For over 70 years, Hoag has delivered a level of personalized care that is unsurpassed among Orange County’s health care providers. Since 1952, Hoag has served the local communities and continues its mission to provide the highest quality health care services through the core strategies of quality and service, people, physician partnerships, strategic growth, financial stewardship, community benefit and philanthropy.

Hoag offers a comprehensive blend of health care services including six institutes providing specialized care in the areas of cancer, heart and vascular, neurosciences, women's health, orthopedics, and digestive health through our institutes.

Hoag was the highest ranked hospital in Orange County in the 2024-2025 U.S. News &World Report, the only Orange County hospital ranked in the top 10 for California. The organization was ranked the #5 hospital in the Los Angeles Metro Area and the #10 hospital in California.

To learn more about Hoag’s awards and accreditations, visit: https://www.hoag.org/about-hoag/awards-accreditations/.

Hoag is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Hoag is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Hoag hires a diverse group of people in a manner that allows them to reach their full potential in the pursuit of organizational objectives.