Regional Director of Nursing

Join Our Team at Valley-Wide Health Systems, Inc.

Valley-Wide Health Systems is seeking an experienced and collaborative Regional Director of Nursing (RDN) to provide clinical leadership across multiple clinic locations. This role is responsible for promoting high-quality, patient-centered care, strengthening evidence-based nursing practices, and advancing organizational quality and population health initiatives. Working closely with nursing staff, Clinic Managers, providers, and clinical leadership, the RDN supports clinical excellence, enhances care coordination, and drives improvements in patient outcomes across the region.

Key Responsibilities

Nursing Leadership & Clinical Excellence

• Provide leadership, mentorship, and direct supervision to assigned nursing staff across multiple Valley-Wide locations.
• Promote consistent, evidence-based nursing practices that align with professional standards, organizational policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Support nursing staff through coaching, performance evaluations, competency development, and professional growth opportunities.
• Serve as a clinical resource for complex nursing concerns, patient safety, and scope-of-practice questions.

Quality Improvement & Population Health

• Lead and support nursing initiatives that improve patient outcomes, close gaps in care, and advance organizational quality and value-based care goals.
• Analyze clinical performance data, quality measures, and care-gap reports to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborate with providers, Clinic Managers, and quality teams to develop and implement strategies that improve preventive and chronic care outcomes.
• Support the development and standardization of clinical workflows, nursing policies, and evidence-based practices across locations.

Clinical Education & Staff Development

• Identify nursing education and training needs and coordinate professional development opportunities.
• Ensure nursing staff maintain appropriate clinical competencies and meet organizational standards.
• Provide clinical guidance and support for the orientation and competency development of Medical Assistants and other clinical support staff in collaboration with Clinic Managers.
• Oversee and support organizational Basic Life Support (BLS) training and certification processes.

Regulatory Compliance & Patient Safety

• Promote compliance with applicable nursing regulations, clinical standards, accreditation requirements, and patient safety practices.
• Collaborate with Quality, Compliance, and clinic leadership on clinical audits, incident reviews, root-cause analyses, and corrective improvement initiatives.
• Support infection prevention, immunization practices, emergency preparedness, and other patient safety initiatives.

Collaboration & Clinical Operations

• Partner with Clinic Managers and providers to ensure nursing resources and clinical workflows effectively support patient care and quality performance.
• Provide clinical expertise and recommendations regarding staffing needs, scope of practice, and nursing workflows while collaborating with operational leadership.
• Work across medical, behavioral health, dental, pharmacy, and administrative teams to strengthen integrated, patient-centered care.

Qualifications and Skills

• Master's degree in nursing or Registered Nurse (RN) with an active, unrestricted Colorado license
• Minimum of 5 years of nursing experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership role within an FQHC or similar setting
• Experience with quality improvement and multi-site leadership
• Strong understanding of FQHC operations, HRSA requirements, and compliance standards
• Familiarity with HRSA Operational Site Visit (OSV) expectations
• Strong leadership, coaching, and strategic thinking skills
• Experience with EHR systems and data-driven decision making.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
• Ability to manage change and support organizational initiatives.
• Cultural competence working with rural and underserved populations.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to travel regularly within the region.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Location & Type of Job: This job is a full-time onsite job located in Alamosa, Colorado.

Why Join Valley-Wide?

Valley-Wide Health Systems, Inc. is dedicated to providing high-quality, patient-centered healthcare to all individuals across our multi-county service area in southern Colorado. As a non-profit, Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), we offer premier primary and preventive care through our 34 service sites strategically located in rural communities.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Free Health Insurance (additional plan options available)
• Employer-paid Air Ambulance Coverage (MASA)
• Employer-paid Basic Life, LTD, STD
• Retirement Match
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance, HRA, FSA, DCA, Retirement Plan
• Paid Leave:
• Vacation: 15 days accrued per year
• Sick Leave: 12 days accrued per year
• Holidays: 7 days per year + 3 Floating Holidays

For more information and to apply, visit our website: Valley-Wide Careers

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: Valley-Wide Health Systems, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other status protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunity, with hiring decisions based on job-related factors.

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