What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Inpatient Services - Contract to Hire - 36 weeks initially position at Global IT Resources?
ALL INCLUSIVE RATE W2 ONLY IF TRAVELING IN, COMPETITIVE BID, BEST RATE WILL WIN
Position: Director Of Inpatient Services
Duration: 36 wks. Possible Contract to Hire (Please make sure you are open to C2H & converting FTE with client)
Shift: Monday - Friday / 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Rate: all inclusive market rates (All Inclusive)
Location: Grand Junction CO (ONSITE)
Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Director of Inpatient Services to provide strategic and operational leadership for our Medical/Surgical, Intensive Care Unit (ICU), and Multi-Unit Nursing Teams. This critical role is responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care while driving performance in clinical outcomes, patient experience, and staff engagement.
Reporting directly to the Associate Chief Nursing Officer (ACNO), the Director will serve as a visible, proactive leader, fostering collaboration across departments and ensuring alignment with the hospital’s mission, values, and strategic goals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide administrative and clinical leadership for inpatient nursing units including Med/Surg, ICU, and flex/multi-unit teams.
- Develop and implement strategies that promote excellence in patient care, safety, staff satisfaction, and operational efficiency.
- Lead a team of nurse managers and clinical staff, supporting professional growth, accountability, and evidence-based practice.
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory and accreditation standards (e.g., CMS, Joint Commission).
- Monitor and manage department budgets, staffing models, and resource allocation.
- Partner with interdisciplinary teams, including physicians, ancillary services, and quality teams to improve clinical workflows and patient outcomes.
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement and patient-centered care.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) required; Master’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or related field strongly preferred.
- Active RN license in good standing, or ability to obtain licensure in Colorado.
- Minimum of 5 years of progressive nursing leadership experience in an acute care setting.
- Proven success managing multidisciplinary teams and inpatient operations.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and change management skills.
Preferred Skills & Experience
- Experience overseeing both high-acuity (ICU) and lower-acuity (Med/Surg) units.
- Familiarity with shared governance models, Magnet principles, and performance improvement methodologies.
- Ability to coach and mentor nurse leaders in leadership development and evidence-based care delivery.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract, Temporary
Pay: $80.00 - $125.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Health insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Critical & Intensive Care
- Medical-Surgical
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- Are you okay with converting Full Time to be a part of the team & Lead it?
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
- progressive nursing leadership: 5 years (Required)
- Healthcare IT & Hospital: 5 years (Required)
- Director Level Healthcare: 5 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Active RN license in good standing, or ability to obtain? (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Grand Junction, CO 81503 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Grand Junction, CO 81503: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Willingness to travel:
- 50% (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Grand Junction, CO 81503
Salary : $80 - $125
