NURSING DIRECTOR, ADMINISTRATION

Position/Program Information

EXAM NUMBER
Y5296P

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT
We welcome applications from everyone.

FILING START DATE
The application filing period will begin on June 5, 2026 - Continuous.
We will keep accepting applications until the position is filled. The application window may close unexpectedly once we have enough qualified candidates.

MANANGEMENT APPRAISAL OF PERFORMANCE PLAN (MAPP):
This position is subject to the provisions of the Management Appraisal of Performance Plan (MAPP). Initial salary placement and subsequent salary adjustments will be made in accordance with MAPP guidelines and regulations.

WHY WORKFOR US
LA Health Services is LA County’s integrated healthcare system and the second-largest public health system in the nation. Our system includes four public hospitals, more than 20 community health centers, Emergency Medical Services (EMS), Correctional Health Services, and community-based programs that connect people to care where they are.

We serve as the safety net for more than 10 million residents, providing care regardless of ability to pay, insurance coverage, or immigration status. As one connected system, we deliver extraordinary care-from prevention and primary care to emergency, specialty, trauma, and recovery services across Los Angeles County.

With more than 2.9 million visits annually and a workforce of over 23,000 dedicated staff, LA Health Services is proud to deliver high-quality, compassionate, and accessible care to everyone, no matter how they come through our doors.

Explore our one system of hospitals and community health centers: Our Locations - Health Services Los Angeles County
For additional information regarding DHS, please visit www. dhs.lacounty.gov .

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OUR MISSION:

To advance the health of our patients and our communities by providing extraordinary care.

The Team Member We Are Looking for Will:

Under the direction of the Department of Health Services Chief Nursing Officer, the Nursing Director works closely with system, regional, and site leaders to develop, implement, and maintain strategic and operational initiatives for nursing workforce utilization. The incumbent will monitor and trend workforce metrics to develop strategic and implement operational plans for utilization of nursing resources.

Essential Job Functions

What You'll Be Doing:

Plans the nature, content, and extent of nursing staff and administrative services/operations for the achievement of both short and long-term objectives.

Acts as a resource expert and mentor for Nurse Managers, Clinical Nursing Directors, and other equivalent positions; provides guidance, counseling, professional development, and advice on techniques of supervision, problem solving, policies, and fiscal and operating systems.

Establishes the technical guidelines and framework with which nursing operations are carried out.

Participates in strategic planning for the organization and for the nursing service.

Controls the overall management of the organization's quality and clinical safety function, including responsibility for developing procedures, preparing budgets, directing supervisory employees, and participating in policy formulation.

Determines the subordinate organizational structure, operations, methods, and standards, and makes adjustments consistent with changing objectives.

Interprets and communicates nursing and organizational philosophy and objectives, Department policies and procedures, and applies recognized standards of nursing.

Directs the preparation of budgets for assigned areas; integrates with organizational budget and defends budget and personnel resource requests.

Establishes policy for determining program emphasis and operating guidelines for areas of responsibility, including setting goals.

Participates in formulating policy, procedure, and standards for the organization and the nursing service.

Directs, initiates, and evaluates operational compliance with licensure, accreditation, and regulatory standards.

Administers general personnel management matters and actions.

Requirements

REQUIREMENTS TO QUALIFY :

Four (4) years of experience within the last 10 years, in the management of nursing operations, organization-wide programs, or educational programs.

For this examination, management is defined as planning, organizing, staffing, budgeting, directing, and controlling the accomplishment of both short- and long-term objectives.

-AND-

Either of the following from an accredited college or university: A master’s degree in nursing*

- OR-

A bachelor’s degree in nursing -AND- a master’s degree in nursing, administration or a related field.

Related fields include: Public Health (MPH), Public Administration (MPA), Healthcare Administration (MHA), Business Administration (MBA) in Healthcare Management, Health Services Management (HSM), Clinical Nurse Leadership (CNL), Nursing Education (MNE), Nursing Informatics (MNI), or Health Information Management (HIM).

-AND-

A current, active license* to practice as a Registered Nurse issued by the California Board of Registered Nursing.

Please ensure the Certificates and Licenses section of the application is completed. Provide the title(s) of your required license(s), the number(s), date(s) of issue, date(s) of expiration, and the name(s) of the issuing agency for the required license.

Applicants claiming experience in a state other than California must provide their registered nurse license number from that state on the application or must attach a copy of their registered nurse license from that state with their application at the time of filing or within 7 calendar days from the applicant's submission. Applications submitted without the required evidence of licensure will be considered incomplete.

The required license must be current, active, and unrestricted; a conditional, provisional, probationary, or restricted license or certification will not be accepted.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS :

Additional experience in the management of nursing operations, organization-wide programs, or educational programs beyond the Requirements to Qualify.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION :
*In order to receive credit for the required degree and license, you must include a legible copy of your official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization. The required degree should show the date the degree was conferred and be in English. If not in English, then translation is required. International degrees must be evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards if not listed in the International Handbook of Universities or World Higher Education Database. Include official copies of all relevant documents. For more information on our standards for educational documents, please visit: https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/070812_PPG123.pdf .

You must also include a legible copy of your license and certificate at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from the date of filing application. Please submit documentation to gacaudillo1@dhs.lacounty.gov and indicate your name, the exam name, and the exam number.

Please ensure the Certification/License Section is completed. Provide the title(s) of your required license(s), the number(s), date(s) of issue, date(s) of expiration and the name(s) of the issuing agency for each certification/license as specified in the Requirements. The required license must be current, active, and unrestricted; a conditional, provisional, probationary, or restricted license or certification will not be accepted.

We do not accept password-protected documents. Please make sure documents are unlocked.

PHYSICAL CLASS II (LIGHT):

This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.

OUT OF CLASS AND WITHHOLD INFORMATION: Applicants are REQUIRED to possess the experience outlined in the Requirements to Qualify at the time of filing. Los Angeles County employees who wish to claim experience gained in a position performing similar work that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this higher-level position will be accepted. Applicants claiming such experience in County service have to present written proof of such experience by submitting Out-of-Class Bonus verification, Additional Responsibility Bonus verification, or performance evaluations, at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from application submission. Verification of Experience letters will be excluded from consideration.

Applications received without evidence of the required degree/s will not be accepted as meeting the stated Requirements to Qualify.

Additional Information

EXAMINATION CONTENT:
This exam will consist of an evaluation of education and experience based on application information, the desirable qualification, and supplemental questionnaire responses, weighted 100%.

Applicants must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be included on the eligible list.

ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION:
We process applications as we receive them. If you pass the assessment, we will place you on a list for 12 months. Hiring managers within DHS will use this list to fill vacancies as they become available.

Applicants who are successful in this examination and are added to the eligible register may not apply for this examination for twelve (12) months following the date of being placed on the eligible register. Applications received before expiration from the eligible register will be rejected.

Applicants who applied and did not meet the Requirements to Qualify when submitting their application may reapply 30 days after their most recent application date.


AVAILABLE SHIFTS:
You may be required to work evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays, depending on operational needs.

APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION:
We only accept applications filed online. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person are not accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. This website can also be used to get application status updates.

New email addresses need to be verified. This only needs to be done once per email address and can be done at any time by logging in to https://www.governmentjobs.com and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of the online application and prevent incorrect email addresses.

Please fill out the application completely. Provide relevant job experience, including employer's name and address, job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed.

We may verify information included in the application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of information could result in the refusal of the application or the rescission of the appointment. Copying verbiage from the Requirements or class specification as your work experience will not suffice to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and may lead to disqualification.

EMAIL VERIFICATION INFORMATION:
We will send notifications to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. If you choose to unsubscribe or opt out of receiving our emails, it is possible to view notices by logging into governmentjobs.com and checking the profile inbox. It is every applicant's responsibility to take steps to view correspondence, and we will not consider claims of missing notices to be a valid reason for rescheduling an exam part. Register the domains below as approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk mail.

• info@governmentjobs.com
• noreply@governmentjobs.com
• gacaudillo1@dhs.lacounty.gov

New email addresses need to be verified. This only needs to be done once per email address and can be done at any time by logging in to governmentjobs.com and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of the online application and prevent incorrect email addresses.

SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER:
Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employees have a Social Security Number.

NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD:
All applicants must file their applications online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.

COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES:
For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.

ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI):
The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The County of Los Angeles is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst races. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.

DEPARTMENT CONTACT:

• For any inquiries about the position or assistance with the application process, please contact Gabriela Caudillo at Gacaudillo1@dhs.lacounty.gov . Gabriela is here to guide you every step of the way.
• Department Contact Phone: (213) 288-7000 (HS-HR Customer Service Center)
• Teletype Phone: (800) 735-2929
• California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922
• For Accommodation requests, please contact our Accommodation Coordinator via (323) 914-6365
• Please reference Exam Number: Y5296P in all communications during the application process.

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