Regional Director, Nursing (MO, AR, IA, LA, OK)

Location: Remote Position

Hiring Range:

Position Summary

Provides collaborative leadership for the integration of oncology nursing practice, education, and research to advance the delivery of nursing and inter-professional continuum-based care. Responsible for the clinical practice of nursing within the assigned region(s) which includes developing, evaluating, and sustaining efficient work processes and establishing standard metrics to gauge optimal quality and safe patient care. Provides education and documents competency for nursing staff regarding AON policies, procedures, and clinical practice requirements. Collaborates and actively participates on AON clinical and operational leadership committees as requested, partnering with physician leadership and executive management to set vision and strategic priorities for nursing related positions across the organization. Oversees project development and implementation impacting nursing practice under the direction of the Chief Clinical Officer, executive/senior leader(s) sponsor, and Physician leadership. Oversees assigned nursing team and implements nursing education and standard operating nursing practices, including safe clinical practices and competency. Remains current with trends and changes in nursing profession/practice, serving as an advisory resource to AON executive/senior leadership and physician leadership council. The RDN ensures accountability for nursing leaders and staff in assigned region(s), including adherence to regulatory/licensure requirements.

Key Performance Areas

KPA 1: Regional Nursing Leadership & Clinical Operations

· Provide regional leadership and oversight of nursing operations to ensure consistent, safe, and effective patient care across assigned practices.

· Collaborate with Clinical Nurse Managers, practice leadership, and senior management to support nursing operations, organizational priorities, and clinical initiatives.

· Oversee daily clinical operations, staffing coordination, scheduling, and resource utilization to support operational efficiency and patient care.

· Serve as a clinical resource and liaison between regional nursing teams, practice leadership, and corporate centralized services.

· Conduct regularly scheduled practice visits and operational assessments in collaboration with executive and practice leadership.

· Lead regional nursing initiatives and participate in organizational planning activities to support clinical and operational objectives.

KPA 2: Clinical Quality, Patient Safety & Regulatory Compliance

· Ensure regional nursing operations comply with federal and state regulations, professional nursing standards, AON policies, and established clinical protocols.

· Research and interpret RN and LPN scope-of-practice requirements by state to ensure compliance across assigned practices.

· Oversee adherence to approved clinical documentation, patient consents, nursing procedures, and established care protocols.

· Monitor completion and appropriate sign-off of clinical chart audits to support quality assurance and regulatory compliance.

· Identify patient safety concerns, clinical risks, and opportunities for improvement; implement corrective actions and escalate significant findings to leadership.

· Ensure confidentiality of patient and employee information in accordance with applicable laws and organizational policies.

KPA 3: Nursing Education, Competency & Practice Standardization

· Develop, coordinate, and deliver nursing education programs to promote clinical competency, professional development, and consistent nursing practices.

· Assess nursing staff competencies and ensure appropriate training, resources, and ongoing education are available to support safe clinical care.

· Implement and reinforce standardized nursing policies, procedures, and clinical workflows across assigned practices.

· Conduct monthly regional nursing leadership meetings to communicate new or revised standard operating procedures, clinical initiatives, and organizational updates.

· Collaborate with nursing leadership and interdisciplinary teams to identify educational needs, address practice variations, and promote evidence-based nursing practices.

KPA 4: Clinical Program Management & Process Improvement

· Lead and oversee regional nursing initiatives designed to enhance clinical performance, patient safety, operational efficiency, and quality of care.

· Partner with regional clinical pharmacists and interdisciplinary teams to implement clinical initiatives, improve medication-related workflows, and promote safe drug delivery practices.

· Coordinate care management resources, including nursing, medical assistants, dietitians, and other clinical support staff, to ensure effective patient care delivery.

· Oversee adherence to established workflows involving clinical documentation, prescription refills, new patient intake, telephone triage, and patient support services.

· Evaluate clinical workflows, resource utilization, and operational performance to identify opportunities for process improvement and cost reduction.

· Develop and recommend improvements to clinical practices, patient care programs, and operational processes for leadership consideration.

KPA 5: Staff Supervision, Performance Management & Workforce Development

· Provide direct supervision and leadership to assigned personnel, ensuring appropriate staffing, accountability, productivity, and adherence to organizational standards.

· Establish performance expectations, evaluate employee performance, and provide coaching, feedback, and development opportunities.

· Address employee performance and disciplinary matters in accordance with AON policies and Human Resources guidelines.

· Collaborate with senior management and Human Resources on recruitment, retention, workforce planning, and employee engagement strategies.

· Recommend personnel actions, including salary adjustments, promotions, transfers, and disciplinary actions, as appropriate.

· Review and approve employee time-off requests while maintaining adequate staffing and operational coverage.

· Support employee onboarding, ongoing professional development, succession planning, and advancement opportunities.

· Foster a positive, collaborative work environment that promotes employee engagement, accountability, teamwork, and retention.

KPA 6: Strategic Collaboration, Communication & Organizational Representation

· Represent regional nursing operations on AON clinical and operational leadership committees, including the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee, as appropriate.

· Communicate regional nursing concerns, operational challenges, clinical recommendations, and improvement opportunities to executive leadership.

· Collaborate with senior leadership and interdisciplinary stakeholders to establish, implement, and maintain organizational nursing standards and clinical best practices.

· Facilitate communication between regional nursing leadership, corporate departments, and practice operations to promote consistency and alignment.

· Participate in regional and organizational strategic planning initiatives to support operational goals, clinical quality, and organizational growth.

· Maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders while supporting AON's mission, values, and organizational objectives.

Position Qualifications

Education

· Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing required with an advanced degree in nursing, health care, business or public administration preferred. Masters in Nursing preferred.

Minimum Relevant Experience

· 10 years demonstrated progressive managerial success overseeing nursing and clinical operations.

· At least 5 years’ experience in community oncology nursing experience.

· Expert with medical information systems and medical claims payment processes.

· Thorough knowledge of clinical criteria and application required along with a working knowledge of evidence-based methods (NCCN) preferred.

· Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook.

· Experience with preparing reports, presentations, procedural documents, and the ability to effectively present the information is required.

· Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills and with demonstrated ability to work effectively with others.

· Consistent use of discretion and good judgment in communicating with executives, physicians, providers, team members, patients, and family members in required.

· Must be self-directed, capable of independently carrying out job functions, and must be able to effectively manage extremely stressful situations.

Certifications/Licenses

· Must be RN licensed in the state of employment and obtain and maintain multi-state licensure

· OCN Certification required.

· Valid state Driver’s License for travel to satellite offices and offsite meetings. Compliance with the company Driver Safety Operations and Motor Vehicle Records Check Policy is required.

Skills

Clinical Operations

Regulatory Compliance

Patient Safety

Staff Development

Performance Management

Process Improvement

Strategic Planning

Resource Management

Quality Assurance

Clinical Education

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Travel: >75%

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