Director of Nursing and Clinical Excellence (FT) Days

Adena Health • Chillicothe, OH

7h

About The Position

The Director of Nursing and Clinical Excellence has responsibility for the development, facilitation, and maintenance of programs and infrastructure supporting transformational leadership, structural empowerment, exemplary professional practice, and nursing innovation resulting in a positive practice environment and quality outcomes at Adena Health System. Leading a team of managers and specialists for multiple units and/or prompts in establishing an environment that supports the professional practice of nursing as essential and integral to patient care.

Requirements

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Ohio
• Minimum of 3–5 years of healthcare managerial or director-level leadership experience

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Magnet standards and experience working in a Magnet-designated organization
• Prior experience as a Magnet Program Director or Magnet lead in a designated facility

Responsibilities

• Managing department operations including determining the vision and direction for the respective area/department(s)
• Determining strategic and operational plans to support the vision of the department(s) and health system, optimizing the plans, and evaluating or revising the plans as needed
• Coordinating and integrating services within the department and with other departments in line with Adena’s mission, vision, and values
• Resource management, including recommending an appropriate staffing plan, space management, and selection of outside services when necessary
• Staff development, including orientation, professional development, in-service training, continuing education, and evaluating manager and employee performance
• Demonstrating customer satisfaction (internal and external)
• Developing and implementing policies and procedures that guide and support the provision of department services
• Maintaining appropriate quality control programs and ensuring compliance with appropriate patient care and business practices
• Maintaining infection control standards
• Implementing appropriate patient safety protocols as necessary

Benefits

• Fair, reliable compensation
• Healthcare plans that reduce financial stress (EPO Plan offering the strongest coverage and lowest deductibles when you stay in Adena Care)
• Employer-funded protection and long-term financial support (3.5% retirement match with automatic 1% annual increase)
• PTO that grows with tenure

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees