Executive Director

Executive Director of Nursing (Women’s Services) The Executive Director of Nursing (DON) Women's Services provides strategic leadership and clinical oversight for designated nursing departments or service lines ensuring exceptional, evidence-based care aligned with AdventHealth’s mission of Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. This role advances nursing excellence by upholding the ANA Scope and Standards of Nursing Practice and the ANA Code of Ethics, fostering a culture of safety, integrity, and whole-person care. The DON leads with purpose—driving quality outcomes, optimizing staff engagement, and promoting interdisciplinary collaboration to support critically ill patients and their families in a dynamic healing environment. This role oversees clinical operations, staffing, budgeting, equipment maintenance and management, regulatory compliance, and quality improvement. The DON leads efforts to deliver exceptional patient experience, creating a care environment centered on empathy, communication, respect, and responsiveness. Works closely with system and campus executives to craft and disseminate communication to ensure employee understanding and engagement. Promotes a safe environment for all stakeholders and ensures compliance with Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Center for Disease and Prevention (CDC), and Patient Safety regulations. Participates in policy formulation and decision-making, utilizing clinical expertise to review and update organizational policies and procedures. Assists in service line proformas, capital equipment planning, and supply chain management. Prepares, executes, and monitors departmental operating budgets to ensure appropriate staffing, professional development, space, supplies, and equipment. Analyzes financial statements, manages financial resources, and educates team members on financial implications of patient care decisions. Demonstrates leadership skills through timely, appropriate decision-making, organizational ability and priority setting. Provides collaborative leadership to ensure consistent safety and service standards for the Patient Experience Model. Develops and manages the implementation of system objectives and goals, monitoring clinical and operational performance indicators. Builds strategic relationships in the community, including healthcare industry, informatics, and academia. Oversees clinical and operational performance for all areas of Women’s Services, including obstetrical triage, labor and delivery suites, antepartum units, postpartum units, women’s community education, and other women’s health programs. Collaborates with clinical area leadership to ensure standardization of care for women across organization. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong organization skills [Required] Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills [Required] Effective oral and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex information in understandable terms to all levels of staff [Required] Effective computer skills, particularly Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, Excel [Required] Broad clinical nursing knowledge [Required] Ability to work in a matrix‑management environment to achieve organizational goals [Required] Competency in personal leadership abilities [Required] Ability to develop and mentor others to their optimum levels of skill and professionalism [Required] Business and Human Resource skills as they relate to assigned areas of service [Required] Communication and Relationship building [Required] Ability to include evidence‑based practice standards for care delivery in their area of specialty [Required] Knowledge of all regulatory and professional standards that affect the operations in areas of responsibility [Required] Knowledge of regulatory standards (CMS, OSHA, Specialty Standards) [Preferred] Strong interpersonal capabilities and leadership skills with the ability to direct multiple departments and develop consensus to achieve organizational goals [Required] Demonstrated results in growth and improvement in service line performance, including patient flow, HCAHPS, quality, and safety [Required] Knowledge of strategic and financial planning and management [Required] Demonstrated ability to delegate, multi‑task, and function in stressful situations with a strong detail orientation [Required] Demonstrated commitment to the advancement of Nursing practice and profession, including staff education and development [Required] Education Bachelor’s of Nursing [Required] Master’s of Nursing [Preferred] Field of Study Healthcare or Business Administration Work Experience 2+ years nursing experience [Required] 2+ nursing experience required to include experience as a supervisor, charge nurse or comparable leadership experience. [Required] 5+ nursing experience [Preferred] Licenses and Certifications Registered Nurse (RN) [Required] BLS – Basic Life Support / CPR Certification [Required] Benefits Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance Paid Time Off from Day One 403‑B Retirement Plan 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave Career Development Whole Person Well‑being Resources Mental Health Resources and Support Pet Benefits Location 608 E Altamonte Dr, Suite 2200, Altamonte Springs, FL 32701 Schedule and Shift Full time, Onsite Mon–Fri 8:00 am–5:00 pm (Day) Physical Requirements Physical Requirements – Pay Range $125,226.24 – $232,923.74 Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law) Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law. Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse: Equal Opportunity Employer This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti‑discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. #J-18808-Ljbffr