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Sr. Director, Ambulatory RNs

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 23 May 2026

About the role

Sr. Director, Ambulatory RNs - (945998)

Description

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

JOB SUMMARY
Under the direction of Ambulatory executive leadership, works in partnership with department and health system nursing, physician, and operational leadership to effectively manage an assigned clinical portfolio across multiple programs, specialties, and sites. This role collaborates with local nursing leadership to promote excellence in nursing practice, patient safety, regulatory compliance, and financial stewardship.

BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
Paid Time Off, available day one
Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
Paid Parental Leave Benefit
Wellness programs
Tuition Reimbursement
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required

Education
Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN), Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Public Health, or related healthcare field

Experience
8 years of progressive healthcare leadership experience, including
5 years of manager-level or above nursing leadership experience

Licenses and Certifications
(RN) REGISTERED NURSE licensure in the state of Texas

Preferred

Experience
Experience in an academic medical center
Experience leading multisite ambulatory care networks
Magnet experience

Licenses and Certifications
ANCC Board Certification (NEA-BC, RN-BC, or specialty certification)

JOB DUTIES

Provides nursing oversight for a multispecialty, multisite ambulatory portfolio generating significant annual visit volumes.
Ensures that ambulatory nursing care delivery models align with academic medical center complexity, regulatory standards, and system growth initiatives while fostering a high reliability, patient-centered culture. Partners with service line Medical Directors, Department Chairs, and Ambulatory Operations leadership to align clinical care models with strategic growth plans.
Develops and sustains optimal staffing models across RN, LVN, MA, and clinical support roles. Accountable for nursing labor management, workforce efficiency, and resource allocation. Leads recruitment, retention, engagement, and succession planning initiatives.
Develops and executes nursing strategies that support access, quality, safety, patient experience, and financial sustainability. Makes recommendations, overs