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Director, Inpatient Nursing

Mass General Brigham
Northampton, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 10 Oct 2025

About the role

Site: Cooley Dickinson Hospital, Inc.


 

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.


 

The position reports to the Chief Nursing Officer, CDH.


 

Job Summary

Responsible and accountable for the planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating nursing services of the nursing location. Also responsible for the management of all operational services for their location of responsibility. Working within federal, state, and regional regulations, we strive to meet the needs of our patients.

Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

Essential Functions
-Evaluate and supervise staff based on mutually agreed-upon goals in job descriptions.
-Implements strategies to enhance retention and reduce turnover.
-Promotes a safe and positive working environment.
-Ensure that the RN supervisors/clinical care managers are aware of any updated policies and procedures.
-Prepares departmental budget and operates department within budgetary guidelines.
-Assign patients for day-to-day management to nursing coordinators and/or Nursing Supervisors/Managers.


 

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor's Degree Nursing required and Master's Degree Related Field of Study preferred or in progress. Must be completed within 2 years of hire.

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No

Licenses and Credentials
Registered Nurse [RN - State License] - Generic - HR Only required Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support [ACLS (AHA)] - American Heart Association (AHA) preferred Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred

  • Nursing leadership certification preferred or required within 2 years of hire
  • Experience with nursing professional governance, Magnet, or Pathway to Excellence principles preferred.

Experience
Nursing management- a minimum of 2 years of leadership experience required

Responsibilities:

  • Engaging front-line teams
  • Ensuring operational efficiency
  • Driving quality patient care and patient experience
  • Supporting financial stewardship

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Proficient organizational and interpersonal skills.
- Must have excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Proficient commitment to clinical excellence.
- Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
- Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
- Knowledge of Regulatory Agency Regulations.


 

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Physical Requirements

  • Standing Frequently (34-66%)
  • Walking Frequently (34-66%)
  • Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
  • Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
  • Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
  • Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
  • Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
  • Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
  • Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
  • Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
  • Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
  • Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
  • Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
  • Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
  • Talking Constantly (67-100%)
  • Hearing Constantly (67-100%)


 

Remote Type

Onsite


 

Work Location

30 Locust Street


 

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40


 

Employee Type

Regular


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Work Shift

Day (United States of America)



 

Pay Range

$144,206.40 - $209,757.60/Annual


 

Grade

9


 

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on

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