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Director Nursing Med/Surg
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Los Angeles, CA, 90015
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : 76.2-113.34 HOUR
Date Posted : 16 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
California Hospital has just opened a new patient tower to invest in the future of healthcare in our community. Together, with your help, we can ensure that we become the hospital that our city needs us to be.
The biggest impact of this project is not the physical building, but in how it opens new pathways to lift up the health of our community over the long term. The more efficient and inviting campus will allow us to serve as a hub and access point for a full range of services that extend beyond the traditional reach of a hospital.
If you are committed to social justice, health equity, and prepared to deliver care in new, innovative ways, you belong with us.
Benefits and offerings for this position include (plus much more!):
- Relocation assistance.
- Annual performance-based bonus program.
- Annual employer contribution to retirement program (no employee contribution needed).
- Medical benefits for the employee at no payroll deduction.
- 29 days PTO accrued annually.
- Free parking.
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (e.g. BSN) or equivalent education and experience and Master's degree in nursing or other-related field (e.g., MSN/MBA/MHA) required.
- Minimum of three (3) years of nursing experience required.
- Minimum two (2) years of leadership experience required.
- Registered Nursing License (RN) in CA required.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
#LI-DH
Where You'll WorkFounded in 1887 Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center is a 392-bed acute care nonprofit hospital located in downtown Los Angeles. The hospital offers a full complement of services including a Level II trauma center, the Los Angeles Center for Womens Health, obstetrics and pediatric services, and comprehensive cardiac and surgical services. The hospital shares a legacy of humankindness with Dignity Health, one of the nations five largest health care systems. Visit here for more information.
One Community. One Mission. One California.
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Frequently asked questions
A Nursing Med/Surg Director in Los Angeles should demonstrate strong strategic vision, excellent communication, and the ability to manage diverse teams in fast-paced hospital settings. Skills like conflict resolution, staff development, and patient-centered care leadership are critical for success in this medical-surgical nursing management role.
Yes, having hands-on experience with acute-care services greatly enhances your readiness for a Nursing Med/Surg Director position. It equips you with practical insights into patient flow, staff coordination, and clinical standards crucial for overseeing medical-surgical units effectively.
Directors in this role optimize patient throughput by coordinating staff schedules, streamlining admissions and discharges, and implementing process improvements. Their leadership ensures that the unit maintains high efficiency while delivering quality care in a dynamic hospital environment.
In California, certifications such as Basic Life Support (BLS) and Registered Nurse (RN) licensure are mandatory. Additional credentials like Nurse Executive-Board Certified (NE-BC) can enhance your profile, aligning with state regulations and boosting your leadership credibility in nursing management.
Managing a large team requires balancing operational demands with staff well-being. Challenges include maintaining consistent communication, addressing diverse professional needs, fostering teamwork, and leading change initiatives—all vital for sustaining quality patient care in medical-surgical units.
Los Angeles has a robust demand for experienced nursing directors due to its extensive healthcare infrastructure. However, competition remains strong, emphasizing the need for advanced degrees, proven leadership, and familiarity with local healthcare regulations to stand out.
Salaries for Nursing Med/Surg Directors in Los Angeles typically range between $140,000 and $180,000 annually. Compensation varies based on experience, education, and the hospital's scale, reflecting the high responsibility and specialized skills required for this leadership role.
Catholic Health Initiatives fosters career advancement by offering performance-based bonuses, retirement contributions, and professional development opportunities. The organization values social justice and innovation, providing a supportive environment for nursing leaders to thrive.
This role uniquely combines leadership over a large acute care unit with the opportunity to shape healthcare delivery in a recently expanded facility. Catholic Health Initiatives emphasizes community health equity and innovation, offering a mission-driven workplace that goes beyond traditional nursing management.