NURSING DIRECTOR, ADMINISTRATION
County of Los AngelesAbout the role
Posting number: Y5296P
Department: HEALTH SERVICES
Job classification: NURSING DIRECTOR, ADMINISTRATION
Posting type: Open
Categories: Health Services
Summary
EXAM NUMBER
Y5296P
TYPE 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 US
LA 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 County
For 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.
Examples of duties
What You'll Be Doing:
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 d
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