Director of Operations (Registered Nurse)

Director of Operations (Registered Nurse)

VitalCore Health Strategies Topeka, Kansas, United States

About this position

Join the VitalCore Team in Kansas! We're people fueled by passion, not by profit! VitalCore Health Strategies (VCHS), an industry leader in Correctional Health Care, has an opening for a Director of Operations for our Regional Office with Kansas DOC facilities ! (This position will be filled by a Registered Nurse).

Benefits Package

• Holiday Pay: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Life Insurance
• Short Term/Long Term Disability
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program and Discount Center
• 401K & Plan Matching
• PTO
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Annual Incentive Bonus

Position Summary

The Director of Operations is a Registered Nurse who works under the direction of the Vice President of Operations or Program Manager, who assists in managing the overall clinical and non-clinical functions and activities of a multidisciplinary team. They provide services to patients in a correctional setting to meet service delivery requirements of the specific contract. The Director of Operations works collaboratively with the Operations management team to determine, implement, and monitor the strategic direction and plan for the company. In conjunction with executive medical leadership, the Director of Operations is responsible for establishing and maintaining effective clinical quality oversight for the company. The Director of Operations is responsible for developing and maintaining positive, professional, and collaborative relationships with clients (administrator/warden, supervisor, etc.) and ensuring customer satisfaction.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Hospital Administration, Health Care Administration, Health and Human Services, Business Administration, Public Administration, Nursing or related field
• Must have an active RN license in the state of employment
• Prior experience as a Healthcare Administrator or supervisor of mental health program preferred
• Must have ability to effectively communicate in writing and orally with staff and institutional administration
• Must be able to pass background investigation and obtain agency security clearance where applicable
• Must maintain current tuberculosis screening documentation and active CPR certification

Essential Duties

• Assist in overseeing the day-to-day operations of healthcare services within assigned correctional facilities.
• Provide leadership and support to clinical and non-clinical staff to ensure effective service delivery and contract compliance.
• Collaborate with facility administration, healthcare providers, and multidisciplinary teams to promote efficient and effective patient care.
• Monitor operational performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and implement corrective action plans when necessary.
• Support staffing initiatives, employee development, performance management, and retention efforts.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, local, and accreditation standards, as well as organizational policies and procedures.
• Assist with quality improvement activities, audits, risk management, and performance monitoring programs.
• Participate in budget management, resource allocation, and operational planning activities.
• Maintain effective communication with institutional administration and organizational leadership.
• Promote a culture of professionalism, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

VitalCore Health Strategies is an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives.