Travel Nurse RN - Psych - $135,382 to $179,382 per year in Las Vegas, NV

Registered Nurse (RN) | Psych
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Agency: Ambition 24Hours
Pay: $135,382 to $179,382 per year
Shift Information: Rotating - 5 days x 8 hours
Contract Duration: 7 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

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We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Director of Nursing - Med/Surg to provide strategic and operational leadership for a medical-surgical nursing department. This leadership role is responsible for the 24-hour management of designated units, ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient care, regulatory compliance, staff development, and operational excellence.

The ideal candidate will possess strong clinical expertise, exceptional leadership skills, and a commitment to fostering a culture of patient safety and continuous improvement.

POSITION DETAILS

• Position: Director of Nursing - Med/Surg
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Location: Las Vegas, Nevada
• Leadership Level: Director

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Salary Range: $135,382 - $179,382 per year
• Full Benefits Package
• Relocation Assistance Available
• Full-Time Leadership Opportunity

REQUIREMENTS

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) required
• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Nevada
• Minimum of 5 years of clinical nursing experience
• Minimum of 2 years of progressive nursing leadership experience
• Strong knowledge of nursing operations, patient care standards, and regulatory requirements
• Computer proficiency including word processing, spreadsheets, and database applications
• Ability to effectively lead, mentor, and develop nursing teams
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide 24-hour operational and clinical oversight of assigned nursing units
• Ensure delivery of safe, high-quality, patient-centered care
• Lead nursing staff recruitment, retention, performance management, and professional development
• Monitor departmental performance, quality indicators, and patient outcomes
• Ensure compliance with state, federal, and accreditation standards
• Manage staffing, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing leaders, and interdisciplinary teams
• Implement policies, procedures, and quality improvement initiatives
• Support patient safety and risk management efforts
• Promote a positive and collaborative work environment

IDEAL CANDIDATE

• Proven nursing leadership experience in an acute care setting
• Strong background in Medical-Surgical nursing
• Effective team leader with excellent interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex clinical operations
• Passionate about patient care excellence and staff development
• Results-driven with a commitment to quality improvement

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Full-time leadership position
• Occasional travel may be required
• Relocation assistance available
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Excellent opportunity for experienced nursing leaders seeking career advancement within a progressive healthcare environment