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Travel Nurse RN - Director of Nursing - $4,036 per week

Company: Capstone Health
Location: Grand Junction
Posted on: April 22, 2025

Job Description:

Capstone Health is seeking a travel nurse RN Director of Nursing for a travel nursing job in Grand Junction, Colorado.Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty: Director of Nursing
  • Discipline: RN
  • Duration: 36 weeks
  • 40 hours per week
  • Shift: 8 hours, days
  • Employment Type: TravelAre you an Experienced DON ready for your next adventure?

    We're looking for a skilled Director of Inpatient Services to join our team on a 36-week contract in Grand Junction, CO.

    Note: Facility says the intention of this role is to transition to a perm position.

    Position Details:
    - Location: Grand Junction, CO
    - Setting: Hospital
    - Schedule: Full-time, Exempt
    - Contract Length: 36 weeks
    - Specialties: Director of Nursing
    - Start Date: ASAP
    - Compensation: Weekly Pre-Tax Salary $4,036 negotiable (includes base weekly salary plus weekly non-taxed per diem)
    - MORE INFO AT BOTTOM

    Requirements:
    - Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) required; Master's degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or related field strongly preferred.
    - Active RN license in good standing, or ability to obtain licensure in Colorado.
    - Minimum of 5 years of progressive nursing leadership experience in an acute care setting.
    - Proven success managing multidisciplinary teams and inpatient operations.
    - Strong interpersonal, communication, and change management skills.

    Benefits We Offer:
    - Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
    - Short-term Disability Insurance
    - Life Insurance
    - 401(k) Retirement Plan
    - Travel Reimbursement
    - Certification/Licensure Reimbursement
    - Referral Bonuses Up to $1,000

    Ready to take the next step in your career?

    Apply today and make a difference where it matters most!


    Position Title: Director of Inpatient Services

    Department: Nursing Services

    Reports To: Associate Chief Nursing Officer (ACNO)

    We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Director of Inpatient Services to provide strategic and operational leadership for our Medical/Surgical, Intensive Care Unit (ICU), and Multi-Unit Nursing Teams. This critical role is responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care while driving performance in clinical outcomes, patient experience, and staff engagement.

    Reporting directly to the Associate Chief Nursing Officer (ACNO), the Director will serve as a visible, proactive leader, fostering collaboration across departments and ensuring alignment with the hospital's mission, values, and strategic goals.

    Key Responsibilities:
    - Provide administrative and clinical leadership for inpatient nursing units including Med/Surg, ICU, and flex/multi-unit teams.
    -Develop and implement strategies that promote excellence in patient care, safety, staff satisfaction, and operational efficiency.
    - Lead a team of nurse managers and clinical staff, supporting professional growth, accountability, and evidence-based practice.
    - Ensure compliance with all regulatory and accreditation standards (e.g., CMS, Joint Commission).
    - Monitor and manage department budgets, staffing models, and resource allocation.
    - Partner with interdisciplinary teams, including physicians, ancillary services, and quality teams to improve clinical workflows and patient outcomes.
    - Promote a culture of continuous improvement and patient-centered care.

    Qualifications
    - Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) required; Master's degree in Nursing, Healthcare - Administration, or related field strongly preferred.
    - Active RN license in good standing, or ability to obtain licensure in Colorado.
    - Minimum of 5 years of progressive nursing leadership experience in an acute care setting.
    - Proven success managing multidisciplinary teams and inpatient operations.
    - Strong interpersonal, communication, and change management skills.

    Preferred Skills & Experience
    - Experience overseeing both high-acuity (ICU) and lower-acuity (Med/Surg) units.
    - Familiarity with shared governance models, Magnet principles, and performance improvement methodologies.
    - Ability to coach and mentor nurse leaders in leadership development and evidence-based care delivery.
    - This interim-to-permanent opportunity is ideal for a strong nursing leader ready to step into an impactful role immediately, with the intention of transitioning to a permanent leadership position.


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    Benefits
    • Medical benefits
    • Dental benefits
    • Vision benefits
    • 401k retirement plan

Keywords: Capstone Health, Snowmass , Travel Nurse RN - Director of Nursing - $4,036 per week, Executive , Grand Junction, Colorado

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