Director of Inpatient Services

Title: Director of Inpatient Services

Location: Grand Junction CO 81505

Duration: Interim to permanent

Shift : Full Time Exempt

Additional Information:

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.

This interim-to-permanent opportunity is ideal for a strong nursing leader ready to step into an impactful role immediately, with the intention of transitioning to a permanent leadership position.

Thanks!