Director-Nursing Excellence (Exempt)

Oklahoma City, OK
Full-Time

Job Description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Within the guidelines of the philosophy of the Medical Center and reporting to the Executive Director for Critical Care and Center of Excellence, and in conjunction with nursing leadership, medical directors and performance optimization, is responsible for facilitating the planning, organization, implementation and evaluation of professional development, quality practice, regulatory compliance and research. The position requires the knowledge and skill of professional nursing theory and practice, leadership and management, adult-teaching, evidence-based research, facilitation of team building, performance improvement, and communication. The Center of Nursing Excellence is responsible for:;Initial orientation and skill training of nursing personnel, continuous staff development, career enhancement, professional practice development through evidence-based research, and conducting nursing research. Has direct supervision of the Manager of Nursing Education, Manager of Nursing Standards, Coordinator of Professional Development and oversight of Clinical Adjunct Faculty staff and nursing educators. Matrix reporting relationship with nurse clinicians.

Position Details:

Qualifications:
Education: Master's degree required
Licensure: Registered Nurse
Experience: Five years clinical experience in acute care
Preferred Education: PH. D preferred
Preferred Experience: Prior administrative experience preferred. Prior research experience preferred

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

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Find your calling at Mercy!

Within the guidelines of the philosophy of the Medical Center and reporting to the Executive Director for Critical Care and Center of Excellence, and in conjunction with nursing leadership, medical directors and performance optimization, is responsible for facilitating the planning, organization, implementation and evaluation of professional development, quality practice, regulatory compliance and research. The position requires the knowledge and skill of professional nursing theory and practice, leadership and management, adult-teaching, evidence-based research, facilitation of team building, performance improvement, and communication. The Center of Nursing Excellence is responsible for:;Initial orientation and skill training of nursing personnel, continuous staff development, career enhancement, professional practice development through evidence-based research, and conducting nursing research. Has direct supervision of the Manager of Nursing Education, Manager of Nursing Standards, Coordinator of Professional Development and oversight of Clinical Adjunct Faculty staff and nursing educators. Matrix reporting relationship with nurse clinicians.

Position Details:

Qualifications:
Education: Master's degree required
Licensure: Registered Nurse
Experience: Five years clinical experience in acute care
Preferred Education: PH. D preferred
Preferred Experience: Prior administrative experience preferred. Prior research experience preferred

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

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Director-Nursing Excellence (Exempt)
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Apr 26, 2026
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