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Neuroscience Nursing Director
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Phoenix, AZ, 85013
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : 63.1-93.87 HOUR
Date Posted : 7 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
Job Summary:
Directs the provision of nursing care in a business unit while maintaining standards of patient care.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the overall quality of care provided by the nursing personnel. Advises medical staff, department heads, and administrators in matters related to nursing service and strategies.
- Interprets policies and objectives of nursing service to staff and community groups.
- Monitors the operations of the nursing staff and ensures compliance with regulations on organizational and governmental standards and practices. Schedules staff and conducts employee performance reviews.
- Provides nursing care to patients on an as needed basis.
Minimum:
Experience and Education:
- Minimum of three (3) years of nursing experience and
- Two (2) years of leadership experience.
- 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).
Licensure:
- Registered Nursing License (RN) in state of practice,
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)
Barrow Neurological Institute at Dignity Health St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center in Phoenix, Arizona is an international leader in the treatment, research, and education of brain and spinal diseases, conditions, and injuries. Led by Barrow President and CEO Michael T. Lawton, MD, one of the world’s top neurosurgeons, the Institute is one of the busiest centers for neurology and neurosurgery in the United States. Because of our high volume, our physicians and clinicians are familiar with the rarest and most challenging conditions.
Newsweek ranks Barrow as one of the best specialty hospitals in the world for neurosurgery. In addition, U.S. News & World Report consistently ranks Barrow as a top center for neuro-rehabilitation in the country. We are certified by The Joint Commission in Comprehensive Stroke. Barrow boasts a Level I trauma center, CARF-accredited neuro-rehabilitation programs, and more certified neuroscience registered nurses (CNRN) than any other hospital in the world. The Ivy Brain Tumor Center at Barrow, is home to the largest Phase 0 clinical trials program in the world.
Highly regarded for neuroscience education for decades, Barrow is ranked by Doximity as first in the nation for its neurosurgery residency program and 45th for neurology. Barrow has contributed to many breakthroughs in neuroscience and neurosurgery, including refining the cardiac standstill procedure, isolating the gene for the inherited form of cerebral cavernous malformations, and pioneering thoracoscopic spinal surgery. We are a leader in harnessing innovative technologies and procedures, such as minimally invasive spine surgery, microscopic techniques, and robotic spine surgery.
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Frequently asked questions
Phoenix's healthcare sector is rapidly expanding, with a growing demand for specialized leadership like Neuroscience Nursing Directors. Competition is moderate due to the city's reputation as a medical hub, especially with institutions like Barrow Neurological Institute attracting top talent seeking advanced neuroscience nursing roles.
Besides the mandatory RN license and BLS certification, credentials such as Certified Neuroscience Registered Nurse (CNRN) and leadership-focused certifications like Nurse Executive (NE-BC) are highly valued in Phoenix’s evolving neuro healthcare landscape, boosting clinical credibility and managerial expertise.
A Neuroscience Nursing Director uniquely blends deep neurological clinical knowledge with strategic nursing leadership, overseeing specialized care for brain and spinal conditions, while guiding teams in cutting-edge neuro-rehabilitation and research environments unlike general nursing directors focused on broader care areas.
Progression often involves expanding leadership scope, such as managing larger interdisciplinary teams or transitioning into executive roles like Chief Nursing Officer, while deepening expertise in neuroscience innovations, clinical trials, and policy advising within top neuroscience centers.
Daily duties blend administrative leadership—staff scheduling, compliance oversight—with hands-on clinical decision-making, liaising with neurosurgeons, and implementing cutting-edge neuro care protocols, reflecting the dynamic environment at Phoenix’s Barrow Neurological Institute.
At Catholic Health Initiatives, the role involves aligning neuroscience nursing strategies with the organization’s faith-based mission, fostering compassionate care while navigating complex neurological patient needs, and leveraging extensive resources of a nationally recognized healthcare system.
The organization invests in continuous education, leadership development, and cutting-edge clinical research opportunities, empowering Neuroscience Nursing Directors to stay at the forefront of neuro care advancements while shaping innovative nursing service policies.
Neuroscience Nursing Directors in Phoenix typically earn between $120,000 and $150,000 annually, reflecting the specialized expertise required and the city’s competitive healthcare market, with variations influenced by education, experience, and institutional prestige.
Phoenix offers a vibrant neuroscience nursing market backed by prestigious centers like Barrow, providing a higher volume of specialized roles and clinical research openings compared to many regions, making it an attractive destination for neuroscience nursing professionals.
Challenges include balancing complex patient care demands, ensuring adherence to evolving regulatory standards, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, and integrating innovative neuro technologies, all while maintaining high staff morale and quality outcomes in a fast-paced setting.