Senior Director of Clinical Services

DaVita Kidney Care

. Serve as chief clinical strategist and nursing leader across APEX’s network of approximately 350 dialysis clinics and operating divisions .

Posted 10/12/2026full-timeDenver • Colorado • United StatesSenior💰 $129,000 - $205,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in clinical strategy development, quality improvement, and regulatory compliance within multi-site healthcare operations. Proven ability to lead clinical teams, drive performance, and implement evidence-based policies in dialysis and chronic disease management.

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Clinical Strategy DevelopmentRegulatory ComplianceMulti-Site Clinical LeadershipQuality ImprovementEvidence-Based Policy Implementation

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Hard Skills

Clinical Services ManagementPatient Safety OversightData Analysis and ReportingEvidence-Based Clinical ProtocolsStrategic Planning

Soft Skills

Interpersonal CommunicationPersuasive CommunicationCoaching and MentoringStrategic ThinkingExecutive Presence

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Medical Record SystemsMS ExcelMS PowerPointMS WordMS Outlook

Certifications & Qualifications

Registered Nurse (RN) LicenseCertified Nephrology Nurse (CNN)Certified Dialysis Nurse (CDN)Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician (CCHT)Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ)

Industry Keywords

DialysisNephrologyChronic Disease ManagementHealthcare QualitySurvey Readiness

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as chief clinical strategist and nursing leader across APEX’s network of approximately 350 dialysis clinics and operating divisions
Set the operating group’s clinical strategy and strategic alignment for outcomes, quality, and safety
Identify key drivers affecting patient time on therapy, treatment adherence, and quality benchmarks
Solve complex clinical challenges and eliminate operational barriers
Drive targeted action planning and process execution for opportunity areas and outlier support
Analyze and report group and division clinical outcome trends to executive leadership
Formulate sustainable interventions to drive top-tier clinical performance
Drive accountability for safety responsibilities, including completion and oversight of Safety Snapshots
Provide executive-level, on-site leadership during critical safety incidents, Immediate Jeopardy surveys, CMS validations, and CLUE surveys
Partner with regulatory and survey readiness teams to establish proactive quality systems
Coach, mentor, and support Directors and Managers of Clinical Services across APEX divisions
Lead talent reviews, succession planning, and development pathways
Engage quarterly with each Division Clinical Services team to evaluate culture and support execution
Orchestrate focused clinical interventions across APEX divisions
Partner with Business Strategy, Biomedical, and People Services teams to support underperforming centers
Represent APEX within the National Senior Director of Clinical Services cohort
Deliver field insights to Atlas clinical leadership
Participate in national forums, steering committees, and clinical governance teams
Help shape enterprise-wide policies, educational frameworks, and clinician-enabling tools
Perform other strategic and operational duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) or a related clinical field
Minimum of 6–8 years of experience in multi-site clinical services management
Minimum of 8–10 years total clinical experience, including at least 4 years in a progressive executive/senior clinical leadership role
Proven track record of driving clinical quality improvement, survey readiness, and regulatory compliance across large multi-site healthcare operations
Specialized experience designing and implementing evidence-based clinical policies, protocols, and standard operating procedures
Demonstrated executive presence, strategic thinking, and strong interpersonal and persuasive communication skills
Intermediate to advanced computer skills
Proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, and electronic medical record systems
Current, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice/residence
No history of Board of Nursing disciplinary actions
Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and vehicle insurance in the state of residence
Ability and willingness to travel throughout the APEX territory as business and survey support require
Multi-state compact licensure preferred
Master’s degree in Nursing (MSN), Healthcare Administration (MHA), or Business Administration (MBA) preferred
Multi-site clinical leadership experience within nephrology, dialysis, or chronic disease management preferred
Advanced certification in healthcare quality or patient safety preferred
Certified Nephrology Nurse (CNN), Certified Dialysis Nurse (CDN), Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician (CCHT), or BONENT certification preferred
Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ) or similar clinical quality credential preferred
ACLS / BLS / CPR certification preferred
Active involvement in professional nursing organizations preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

A "community first, company second" culture based on Core Values
Award-winning education and training across multiple career paths
Performance-based rewards based on stellar individual and team contributions
Comprehensive benefits package
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) match
Paid time off
PTO cash out
Family resources
EAP counseling sessions
Access to Headspace®
Backup child and elder care
Maternity/paternity leave
Professional development programs
On-demand virtual leadership and development courses through StarLearning
Competitive total rewards package
Healthcare coverage