Clinic Nursing Director

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

At STRIDE Community Health Center, we’re dedicated to more than just providing healthcare, we’re committed to making a lasting impact on the lives of our patients and the communities we serve. As one of Colorado’s largest Federally Qualified Health Centers, we provide comprehensive services—including primary care, dental, pharmacy, behavioral health, health education, and outreach - to individuals and families throughout the Denver Metro area.

With over 35 years of serving our community, our growing team is at the heart of this mission. We believe healthcare is about more than treating illness; it's about fostering wellness and addressing the unique needs of every person, ensuring that no one is left behind. If you’re passionate about making a meaningful difference, thrive in a collaborative environment, and are ready for a career that transforms lives - including your own - STRIDE is the place for you.

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week
Location(s): This position serves the Geneva Clinic and our four School-Based Health Centers located at: Overland, Horizon, Smoky Hill and Alamada.

Travel between locations may be required to provide coverage and support as needed.

General Purpose:

The Clinic Nursing Director provides strategic and operational leadership over all clinical nursing services, ensuring the delivery of safe, efficient, and high-quality care. This leader oversees licensed nurses, unlicensed assistive personnel, and clinical support teams, and partners closely with medical and operational leadership to align nursing services with organizational goals.

This role supports the advancement of team-based care, population health management, and integrated service delivery across STRIDE sites. The Nursing Director models leadership behaviors, coaching, and accountability to build high-performing, values-aligned teams.

Essential Duties/Position Responsibilities:

• Provides supervisory functions within the department including hiring, training, evaluation, workflow, discipline, standards, and overall performance evaluation in accordance with STRIDE policies, procedures, and applicable laws. 
• Oversees compliance with all applicable regulations and standards pertinent to the organization and care environment. 
• Assists in the development, implementation, and maintenance of clinic and patient care processes and procedures. 
• Provides direct service to patients in the conduct of various clinical procedures within the approved scope of nursing. 
• Assists in determining required levels of medical supply inventories, conveying needs to the Purchasing Department, and overseeing other supplies and equipment needs and maintenance requirements. 
• Responsible for developing nursing staffing schedule based on workloads of providers and productivity targets established in the budget. 
• Under the general direction of the Senior Leadership Team, develops and maintains approved policies and procedures for Nursing and clinical operations and helps ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulatory and accreditation bodies. 
• Performs other duties as may be assigned by the Senior Leadership Team. 

STRIDE Values

Integrity : Doing the right thing even when no one is watching.

Compassion : Meeting patients where they are with empathy.

Accountability : Following through on our commitments.

Respect : Valuing human dignity.

Excellence: Embracing a growth mindset and striving for continuous improvement.

Education and Experience:

• Baccalaureate degree in Registered Nursing from an accredited school or training program, master’s degree in nursing or related field preferred. 
• An active, unrestricted Registered Nurse license in the State of Colorado or appropriate compact licensing arrangement. 
• 2 years of full-time experience as a Registered Nurse in a hospital or community health setting. Previous ambulatory care nursing experience is preferred. Previous clinical leadership experience is preferred. 

Skills & Expertise

• Interact positively and build rapport with patients, coworkers, and/or external contacts. 
• Independently organize work and lead teams.  
• Manage multiple projects or competing demands. 
• Demonstrate an effective and sensitive response to the needs and concerns of STRIDE’s diverse patient population. 
• Handle sensitive information ethically and responsibly. 
• Analyze and apply data for performance improvement. 

Working Environment and Physical Activities:

Office environment within a clinical setting. Moves about the office environment and to other locations. Moves objects up to 25lbs and 50lbs occasionally. Communicates information to others. Discerns/analyzes information from others to assist in decision making. Enters data into computer programs via computer, mouse, and keyboard.

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday - Business hours 7:30am - 5:30pm

This position is exempt and may require work outside standard hours/shifts and in excess of 40 hours in a workweek.

We offer a competitive salary range of $92,624 - $136,700 depending on your experience.

This range reflects STRIDE’s good faith estimate of potential compensation at the time of posting. The final salary for the selected candidate will be determined based on several factors, including experience, education, budget, internal equity, specialty, and training.

Why STRIDE?

Join us for a fulfilling career with a comprehensive full-time benefits package that promotes professional growth, well-being, and financial security, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA), including dependent care options
• 401(k) with matching
• Work-life balance
• NHSC Loan Repayment
• Tuition reimbursement and/or Continuing Medical Education (CME) 
• No nights, weekends, or major holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discounts on top attractions, hotels, more

STRIDE conducts background checks, including criminal history, education, license and certification. 

STRIDE is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.

STRIDE complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act, providing reasonable accommodations as needed.

Health and Safety Commitment:

To ensure the safety of our patients, staff, and communities, all new hires at STRIDE must receive an annual flu shot or provide an exemption, as well as undergo tuberculosis screening and testing.

  Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.