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Valley Hospital Medical Center lists this DIRECTOR OF NURSING - FED opportunity in paradise, Nevada. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
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Valley Hospital Medical Center
Since 1972, the healthcare professionals at Valley Hospital have provided quality patient care to all who enter our doors. Valley Hospital is located in the center corridor in the heart of the Las Vegas Medical District (LVMD) with 306 acute care beds, including a 48-bed behavioral health unit. As a teaching hospital with graduate medical education, a new pharmacy residency program and over 600 multidisciplinary clerkships and internships offered annually, we focus on the use of evidence-based medicine and the importance of following clinical pathways that research has shown to be effective with most patients. To provide optimal care to Southern Nevada residents and visitors, Valley Hospital continues to provide quality services, achieving the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association Get with the Guidelines-Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement award and an "A" Grade in the Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade.
The Valley Health System (“VHS”) is an integrated system of care in Las Vegas and Southern Nevada comprised of acute care hospitals, physician practices and a variety of outpatient services. We focus on clearly defined goals designed to bring about exemplary patient care. Since 1979, we have been providing care to the more than two million people living in Southern Nevada and its surrounding communities. VHS is committed to training the next generation of healthcare providers including physicians, nurses, therapists and others in the allied health support services. The talent and dedication of the over 10,000 employees of VHS is what makes the company unique. VHS is owned and operated by a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. (“UHS”).
About Universal Health Services One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500® corporation, annual revenues during 2025 were $17.4 billion. In 2026, UHS was again recognized as one of Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies™ and in 2025, was listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 101,500 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 40 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. For additional information visit
Benefit Highlights
A rewarding and engaging work environment
Market competitive compensation and generous paid time off
Time Off Benefit Opt Out Program in exchange for a 9% differential in pay
Educational and tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
Employee Referral Bonus opportunities
Career growth and development opportunities within the hospital and VHS
Comprehensive insurance benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug coverage, plus HSA savings account
Additional insurance options such as life insurance, dependent life insurance, supplemental life insurance, accident insurance and critical illness insurance
Voluntary benefits including Auto, Home, and Pet Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that offers resources for emotional health, everyday living, caregiving, personal well-being, legal and financial consultations and work-related issues available to all employees and their family members
Additional health and wellness benefits such as RethinkCare, Inflection, Sword Thrive, and Livongo
Adoption & Fertility Assistance programs
401k with company match
Discounted UHS stock purchase plan
Exclusive employee discounts on electronics, entertainment, health & wellness, and more
More Information is available on our Benefits Guest website: benefits.uhsguest.com
Disclaimer
Benefits may vary depending upon employment status, position, and effective date during employment.
Job Description
Responsible for the 24-hour management of multiple Freestanding Emergency Departments and other units as assigned, ensuring services meet the established standard of care.
Qualifications
Education
Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing, Master’s degree required
Experience
Minimum of five (5) years emergency clinical experience and a minimum of two (2) years progressive management experience required.
Technical Skills
Computer proficiency to include word processing, spreadsheet and database.
License/Certifications
Current RN license in the State of Nevada
Other
Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care/service appropriate to the age of the patients served on the assigned unit/department.
EEO Statement
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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