RN Director, Quality and Risk

Ready to elevate your leadership career as an RN Director, Quality and Risk with a nationally respected North Texas health system that blends big-system strength with community heart and clinical excellence?

The RN Director, Quality and Risk will champion patient safety, regulatory readiness, and performance improvement within a dynamic acute care hospital. This senior nursing leader drives strategy for quality outcomes, oversees accreditation and compliance initiatives, and ensures strong risk mitigation processes that protect patients, providers, and the organization. The RN Director, Quality and Risk collaborates closely with executive leadership to align hospital-wide metrics with regional and national benchmarks, leading data-informed initiatives that elevate clinical excellence and strengthen a culture of safety.

Healthcare professionals are drawn to this organization as part of the largest not-for-profit health system in Texas; this health system has more U.S. News & World Report-ranked hospitals than any other not-for-profit health system in Texas; recipient of numerous Press Ganey Guardian of Excellence and Pinnacle of Excellence awards for patient experience; offers the support of a large, integrated health system while maintaining a community hospital culture; strong focus on quality improvement, patient safety, evidence-based practice, innovation, leadership development, and internal career advancement. The RN Director, Quality and Risk will join a mission-driven, patient-first culture known for measurable quality outcomes, strong safety performance, advanced technology, and meaningful investment in nursing leadership development.

Leading the Risk Management and Performance Improvement division, the RN Director, Quality and Risk will oversee regulatory compliance, occurrence reporting, grievance processes, and proactive risk assessments while fostering a Just Culture environment. Reporting to senior hospital leadership, this role partners with friendly, engaged nurses and a diverse interdisciplinary team to ensure safe, cost-effective, patient-centered care and continuous organizational improvement.

Located in the thriving Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, the RN Director, Quality and Risk will enjoy one of the nation’s fastest-growing regions, offering a strong economy, diverse neighborhoods, excellent schools, vibrant arts and sports scenes, renowned dining, and convenient access to major airports. With abundant parks, year-round sunshine, and endless professional and personal opportunities, the Metroplex delivers exceptional quality of life.

The RN Director, Quality and Risk will receive competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, with potential relocation assistance for the right candidate. Leaders ready to shape the future of patient safety and healthcare quality are encouraged to connect confidentially with a Clinical Management Consultants recruiter today to learn more about this exciting opportunity.