Administrator-Nursing Excellence Program

IU Health • Carmel, IN

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Indiana University Health is seeking a Nursing Excellence Program Administrator for the Indiana University North Hospital team. This onsite position is located in Indianapolis, Indiana. The administrator directs and implements organization-wide strategy for the nursing excellence program, including professional governance, evidence-based practice, and Magnet. The role develops and implements Professional Governance infrastructure to advance excellence in professional practice and exemplary outcomes aligned with quality, safety, experience, and nursing practice priorities. In collaboration with the Nurse Scientist, the administrator supports infrastructure for evidence-based practice, quality improvement, research, and innovation, and develops strategies and systems to support ongoing Magnet designation.

The role reports to the Vice President-Chief Nursing Officer-Indianapolis Suburban and has no direct reports. IU Health describes its leaders as advancing the organization’s mission and inspiring teams to improve patient outcomes through quality, innovation, education, and compassionate care.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Indiana or an active Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) RN license.
• Five years of clinical experience in inpatient clinical settings.
• Experience in Magnet coordination.
• Experience in project management.
• Experience in publication and/or programmatic application writing skills.
• Excellent communication skills for working with a variety of roles and leaders.
• Experience using computerized databases or ability to use them.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Nursing.
• Professional publication and presentation skills at the national level.

Responsibilities

• Direct and implement organization-wide nursing excellence program strategy, including professional governance, evidence-based practice, and Magnet.
• Develop and implement Professional Governance infrastructure to achieve excellence in professional practice and exemplary outcomes aligned with quality, safety, experience, and nursing practice priorities.
• Collaborate with the Nurse Scientist to support infrastructure for evidence-based practice, quality improvement, research, and innovation.
• Develop strategies and systems to support ongoing Magnet designation.

Benefits

• Access to opportunities for learning and development, including advanced clinical training, leadership development, promotion opportunities, and cross-training development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager