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2.4/10 work-life score · Above average in Nursing Administration (RN) — ranked against 609 active roles in this specialty

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Appalachian Regional Healthcare
Barbourville, Kentucky

Director of Nursing Services

Registered Nurse Above average in Nursing Administration (RN)Full-Time
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About the Role

Director of Nursing Services for a hospital. Administrative call, off shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed. Barbourville, KY.

Join Appalachian Regional Healthcare, Inc. as a Director of Nursing Services – Hospital Leadership in Barbourville, Kentucky, United States.

Work Schedule

  • Full-Time position.
  • Call responsibilities required.
  • Weekend coverage may be required.

Apply to join Appalachian Regional Healthcare, Inc. as a Director of Nursing Services – Hospital Leadership.

Key Responsibilities

The Director of Nursing Services is responsible for the overall administration of the nursing department, including planning, organizing, and executing nursing care objectives. They manage personnel, oversee clinical standards, ensure regulatory compliance, and participate in hospital strategic leadership.

Requirements

Candidates must have graduated from an approved School of Nursing and hold a current, non-limited state nursing license. A minimum of five years of experience in nursing supervision or administration is required, with a Bachelor's degree preferred.

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor degree
Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Nursing administrationLeadershipStrategic planningTotal quality managementBudgetingStaff supervisionClinical practiceRegulatory compliancePersonnel managementConflict resolutionTeam motivationInterdepartmental coordinationPatient careInfection controlProfessional development

Nursing Administration — Registered Nurse Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Kentucky is 90.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.6% of Kentucky clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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AI ANALYSIS

This role scores 2.4/10 on work-life balance for Nursing Leadership roles.

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