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Established in 1907 as Lawton’s first civilian hospital, Southwestern Medical Center has been an integral part of the lives of those living in Southwest Oklahoma. Our 199-bed hospital offers a full range of inpatient, outpatient, and emergency medicine services, including inpatient behavioral health services. Southwestern Medical Center is proud to be the first Joint Commission certified Primary Stroke Center in our region and the first rehabilitation facility to receive a three-year accreditation from CARF. Our team members are committed to following stringent patient safety and quality standards, making us a trusted source of high-quality care. Learn more about Southwestern Medical Center at our hospital website.

Director of Nursing, Women Services RN

Lawton, Oklahoma
Facility Southwestern Medical Center
Req ID 536253 Post Date 04/11/2025
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Description

JOB SUMMARY
Under minimal direction; oversee the provision of high-quality patient care in the assigned unit. Implement, maintain, and ensure quality service, personnel management, and the allocation and management of resources to ensure the provision of consistent, high-quality patient care.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Oversees the administration of Women Services to include planning, directing, and coordination of nursing and support units within the Women Services division.
Ensures overall patient satisfaction and hold responsibility for core measures.
Maintains responsibility for associate engagement.
Provides an avenue of continuous open communication between associates and management.
Ensures associates are an actively involved in the operations of Women Services.
Manages and oversees the maintenance and procurement of equipment and supplies for Women Services.
Monitors the budget to ensure expenses are validated and deemed necessary for the success of the division.
Develops, implements, and monitors policies and programs regarding Women Services, and other related functions to support key Hospital business strategies.
Develops, implements, and monitors action plans to ensure the attainment of the operational and financial goals.
Responsible for the fiscal management of department; ensures proper use of organization’s financial resources
Makes decisions concerning strategic initiatives through a demonstrated ability to use broad-based business information and knowledge.

LEADERSHIP CAPABILITIES
Provides effective leadership and communication regarding the organization’s vision and values that are to be carried out in the day-to-day activities throughout the hospital.

Collaborates with other departments to create systems and problem solve ongoing issues that impact departmental/organizational goals and/or patient care delivery.


Qualifications

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Education
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing - required

Master's Degree - preferred

Required Skills
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Certifications:

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Licenses:

Valid Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the State of Oklahoma.

Minimum Work Experience

Five (5) years of hospital-based patient care experience as a Registered Nurse (RN).

Experience as a Charge Nurse or similar leadership role is preferred.

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