Director of Nursing

**POSITION:**Director of Nursing **SCHEDULE:**Open Until Filled **LOCATION:**Owyhee, Nevada SALARY:$114,462.40 (Grade 36, Step 04) TO APPLY: Direct Link: -https://shopaitribes.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/director\_of\_nursing\_2026.pdf Career Page: -https://shopaitribes.org/h-r-home/job-postings/ Please note, employers may close jobs on the website at any time. SUMMARY: The incumbent plans and coordinates Nursing outpatient services consistent with the policies and procedures of the Owyhee Community Health Facility. Participates as a member of the Owyhee Community Health Facility's (OCHF) management team in planning, policy formulation, and administrative decision making with particular reference to the role, functions, and operations of the OCHF nursing services. Specifically, is responsible for Nursing patient care, management, supervision and fiscal management. JOB REQUIREMENTS: A bachelor's degree registered nurse 5 total years of nursing experience 3 years of Nursing management and supervision. Registered State Nursing License in good standing. Preference: Accreditation experience and application. Valid Driver's License Assign and review work of subordinates, train and work effectively with subordinates from a variety of backgrounds and with different levels/areas of training. Plan own work and carry out assignments effectively. Communicate with others effectively both orally and in writing, in working out solutions to problems or questions relating to the work. Ability to focus on the current job description without external interruptions. Develop improvements in or design new work methods and procedures. Deal effectively with individuals or groups representing widely divergent backgrounds, interest, and points of view; Plan and adjust work operations to meet emergency or changing program requirements; Establish program objectives or performance goals and to assess progress toward their achievement and address operational problems and issues; Objectivity and fairness in judging people on their ability and situations on the facts and circumstances; Capacity to adjust to change, work pressures, or difficult situations without undue stress; Willingness to consider new ideas or divergent points or view; Ability to complete a project. Understand and demonstrate cultural sensitivity while maintaining standards of care and regulatory compliance. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES: Is responsible for managing, directing, and supervising nursing staff and services and will include overseeing the community Health and Infection Control services. Responsible for maintaining nursing practice standards of outpatient nursing with respect to accreditation, state licensure, national policy, etc. Assesses the nursing quality of care rendered and initiates improvement in accordance to applicable accreditation and nursing standards. Will also ensure nursing accreditation standards are updated, maintained and in compliance. Initiates the development of policies and procedures that govern nursing services and how they integrate with other patient care services. Is responsible for verifying nursing employee credentials and competencies. Is responsible for nursing orientation along with staff performance, direction, development, scheduling and staffing patterns. Is responsible for collaborating with other departments and agencies regarding resources and services for improved patient care and staff development. Is responsible for the fiscal management for nursing services. Will assist with nursing patient care duties 20% of the NA job description including staff shortage or increased patient care load. Incumbent is responsible for nursing services in respect to Human Resources. Serves as spokesperson for nursing matters and represents OCHF with professional nursing and related organizations. Participates in appropriate meetings and committees. Performs other r lated duties as assigned by immediate supervisor. WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Physical demands in the work place include walking, standing, bending, carrying light items and assisting individuals with health care support and with equipment. The work environment is an office setting and involves the normal risks and discomforts typical on an office. EEO: Preference for filling vacancies will be given to qualified Indian Applicants in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25 U.S. Code, Section 472 and 473). However, the Shoshone-Paiute Tribes is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will be considered in accordance with the provisions of Section 703 (l) of the Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended.