NURSING DIRECTOR, ADMINISTRATION

NURSING DIRECTOR, ADMINISTRATION

County of Los Angeles - 4.0 Los Angeles, CA Job Details Full-time $13,666.40 - $21,254.04 a month 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Managed Registered Nurses (RNs) Clinical program budget management Nursing Staff supervision Strategic goal setting Strategic management Fiscal management Program management Operations management Accreditation standards (regulatory compliance area) Clinical program policy development Quality of care (regulatory compliance area) Program development Operational management Nursing team management Administrative clinical supervision Hospital strategic planning Hospital quality control Team development Policy & process development Workforce planning strategy Professional development support Clinical staff mentoring Healthcare quality assurance policy development Resource utilization in healthcare Personnel administration Interdisciplinary policy and procedure development Annual budget preparation Healthcare regulatory compliance policy development Healthcare policy development Full Job Description

JOB EXAM NUMBER Y5296PTYPE OF RECRUITMENT

We welcome applications from everyone.

FILING START DATE

The application filing period will begin on June 5, 2026 - Continuous. We will keep accepting applications until the position is filled. The application window may close unexpectedly once we have enough qualified candidates.

MANANGEMENT APPRAISAL OF PERFORMANCE PLAN

(MAPP): This position is subject to the provisions of the Management Appraisal of Performance Plan (MAPP). Initial salary placement and subsequent salary adjustments will be made in accordance with MAPP guidelines and regulations.

WHY WORKFOR USLA

Health Services is LA County's integrated healthcare system and the second-largest public health system in the nation. Our system includes four public hospitals, more than 20 community health centers, Emergency Medical Services (EMS), Correctional Health Services, and community-based programs that connect people to care where they are. We serve as the safety net for more than 10 million residents, providing care regardless of ability to pay, insurance coverage, or immigration status. As one connected system, we deliver extraordinary care—from prevention and primary care to emergency, specialty, trauma, and recovery services across Los Angeles County. With more than 2.9 million visits annually and a workforce of over 23,000 dedicated staff, LA Health Services is proud to deliver high-quality, compassionate, and accessible care to everyone, no matter how they come through our doors.

Explore our one system of hospitals and community health centers: Our Locations - Health Services Los Angeles CountyFor additional information regarding DHS, please visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov.

Check Out Our Outstanding Benefits!

We offer one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the country. Join us and discover a rich selection of health care options, robust retirement plans, and the flexibility to work, relax, and rejuvenate as you reach your fullest personal and professional potential. Click here to see comprehensive information regarding County employee benefits.

OUR MISSION

To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care.

The Team Member We Are Looking for

Will:

Under the direction of the Department of Health Services Chief Nursing Officer, the Nursing Director works closely with system, regional, and site leaders to develop, implement, and maintain strategic and operational initiatives for nursing workforce utilization. The incumbent will monitor and trend workforce metrics to develop strategic and implement operational plans for utilization of nursing resources.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

What You'll Be Doing:

Plans the nature, content, and extent of nursing staff and administrative services/operations for the achievement of both short and long-term objectives.

Acts as a resource expert and mentor for Nurse Managers, Clinical Nursing Directors, and other equivalent positions; provides guidance, counseling, professional development, and advice on techniques of supervision, problem solving, policies, and fiscal and operating systems.

Establishes the technical guidelines and framework with which nursing operations are carried out.

Participates in strategic planning for the organization and for the nursing service.

Controls the overall management of the organization's quality and clinical safety function, including responsibility for developing procedures, preparing budgets, directing supervisory employees, and participating in policy formulation.

Determines the subordinate organizational structure, operations, methods, and standards, and makes adjustments consistent with changing objectives.

Interprets and communicates nursing and organizational philosophy and objectives, Department policies and procedures, and applies recognized standards of nursing.

Directs the preparation of budgets for assigned areas; integrates with organizational budget and defends budget and personnel resource requests.

Establishes policy for determining program emphasis and operating guidelines for areas of responsibility, including setting goals.

Participates in formulating policy, procedure, and standards for the organization and the nursing service.

Directs, initiates, and evaluates operational compliance with licensure, accreditation, and regulatory standards.

Administers general personnel management matters and actions.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION EXAMINATION CONTENT

This exam will consist of an evaluation of education and experience based on application information, the desirable qualification, and supplemental questionnaire responses, weighted 100%. Applicants must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be included on the eligible list.

ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION

We process applications as we receive them. If you pass the assessment, we will place you on a list for 12 months. Hiring managers within DHS will use this list to fill vacancies as they become available. Applicants who are successful in this examination and are added to the eligible register may not apply for this examination for twelve (12) months following the date of being placed on the eligible register. Applications received before expiration from the eligible register will be rejected. Applicants who applied and did not meet the Requirements to Qualify when submitting their application may reapply 30 days after their most recent application date.

AVAILABLE SHIFTS

You may be required to work evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays, depending on operational needs.

APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION

We only accept applications filed online. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person are not accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. This website can also be used to get application status updates. New email addresses need to be verified. This only needs to be done once per email address and can be done at any time by logging in to https://www.governmentjobs.com and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of the online application and prevent incorrect email addresses. Please fill out the application completely. Provide relevant job experience, including employer's name and address, job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed. We may verify information included in the application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of information could result in the refusal of the application or the rescission of the appointment. Copying verbiage from the Requirements or class specification as your work experience will not suffice to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and may lead to disqualification.

EMAIL VERIFICATION INFORMATION

We will send notifications to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. If you choose to unsubscribe or opt out of receiving our emails, it is possible to view notices by logging into governmentjobs.com and checking the profile inbox. It is every applicant's responsibility to take steps to view correspondence, and we will not consider claims of missing notices to be a valid reason for rescheduling an exam part. Register the domains below as approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk @ email addresses need to be verified. This only needs to be done once per email address and can be done at any time by logging in to governmentjobs.com and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of the online application and prevent incorrect email addresses.

SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER

Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employees have a Social Security Number.

NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD

All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.

COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES

For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.

ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION

(ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The County of Los Angeles is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst races. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.

DEPARTMENT CONTACT

For any inquiries about the position or assistance with the application process, please contact Gabriela Caudillo at . Gabriela is here to guide you every step of the way.

Department Contact Phone:

(213) 288-7000 (HS-HR Customer Service Center)

Teletype Phone:

(800) 735-2929

California Relay Services Phone:

(800) 735-2922For Accommodation requests, please contact our Accommodation Coordinator via (323) 914-6365Please reference

Exam Number:

Y5296P in all communications during the application process..