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EmergencyMD

Director of Nursing

EmergencyMD, Woodinville, Washington, United States, 98072

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Director of Nursing Location:

Woodinville, WA Company:

Alliance Nursing Salary:

$140k,000 - $180,000 /Year

Join our compassionate, mission-driven team at Alliance Nursing as a

Director of Nursing , a role that is deeply

clinical, hands-on, and leadership-driven . This is not a purely administrative position. We are seeking an experienced nurse-leader who is actively engaged in patient care oversight, clinical decision-making, and in-field support-someone who leads by example and remains closely connected to the care being delivered.

As Director of Nursing, you will oversee both

medically complex home health/private duty nursing

and our

Adult Family Homes (AFHs) , with regular, direct involvement in the homes. You will work alongside nurses and caregivers, provide clinical guidance, conduct in-person oversight and evaluations, and ensure the highest standards of

quality, safety, and regulatory compliance . This role is a true blend of

hands-on nursing, clinical leadership, and operational responsibility -designed for a DON who still identifies as a nurse, values bedside realities, and takes ownership of outcomes across teams, homes, and patients.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and mentor nursing teams

across both Home Health and Adult Family Home (AFH) settings, fostering collaboration, accountability, and clinical excellence.

Oversee clinical operations and compliance , including CHAP standards, HIPAA, and state/federal regulations, while managing staffing, referrals, and patient placements.

Drive quality improvement initiatives , covering safety protocols, infection control, policy development, and performance outcomes.

Support organizational preparedness , including disaster planning, emergency response protocols, and staff training.

Act as a clinical leader and liaison , providing expert guidance on patient care and risk management, while collaborating closely with the CEO, Governing Body, and interdisciplinary teams.

Qualifications Required: We're looking for a seasoned nursing leader with:

an

active, unrestricted Washington State RN license

and a

BSN

At least

5 years of clinical experience

in home health or private duty nursing, including

1+ year working with tracheostomy and ventilator-dependent patients

2+ years of supervisory or management experience

in a home-based or Adult Family Home setting

Strong knowledge of

CHAP standards , HIPAA, and healthcare regulations

The ability to

lead independently , manage clinical complexity, support staff, and respond to emergencies

Physical ability to lift 40 lbs, perform CPR, and handle on-call duties

A

valid driver's license

and comfort traveling to client homes and AFH sites

Preferred:

A

Master's degree

in Nursing or a related field

Experience leading

CHAP accreditation

or clinical compliance programs

Familiarity with

Lean Six Sigma

or other system improvement methodologies

A background in

infection control

and

disaster preparedness

Proficiency in

Microsoft Office and clinical documentation systems

Alliance Nursing Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetics/genetic markers, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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