Program Director of Nursing - Mother Cabrini Grant - Full Time

Guthrie Enterprise • Binghamton, NY

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About The Position

The Program Director of Nursing Excellence, under the direction of the Chief Nursing Officer (CNO), oversees and manages nursing excellence designations. This strategic leadership role advances nursing practice, professional development, and clinical excellence across the organization. The position leads efforts to achieve and maintain nursing excellence designations and recognitions, supports evidence-based practice and research, and guides the organization through designation and accreditation processes.

The director works with executive leadership, nursing leaders, educators, staff, and interdisciplinary teams to improve nursing quality, patient outcomes, professional growth, engagement, and retention. The role also manages nursing excellence program budgets and resources, promotes innovation in care delivery, and ensures compliance with relevant regulatory and accreditation requirements.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of nursing experience.
• Minimum 2 years of leadership experience.
• Current registration and licensure to practice as a Professional Nurse in New York State and/or Pennsylvania.
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN).

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in nursing or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a nursing excellence strategy aligned with organizational goals.
• Lead efforts to achieve and maintain nursing excellence designations and recognitions.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on nursing standards, evidence-based practice, and professional development.
• Oversee programs that advance nursing education, certification, and leadership skills.
• Foster shared governance and nursing autonomy.
• Collaborate with nurse educators and leaders to identify and address professional development needs.
• Monitor and analyze nursing quality indicators and patient outcome metrics, and implement continuous improvement strategies.
• Lead performance improvement initiatives to support high-quality, patient-centered care.
• Promote evidence-based practice and research to enhance clinical outcomes.
• Guide the organization through applicable designation processes, including document preparation, submission, and survey readiness.
• Conduct gap analyses to assess alignment with program standards.
• Serve as the primary liaison with applicable programs and other accrediting bodies.
• Partner with executive leadership, department heads, and interdisciplinary teams to align nursing excellence initiatives with organizational priorities.
• Represent nursing in organizational decision-making and strategic planning.
• Facilitate collaboration between nursing staff and other departments to improve care delivery and operational efficiency.
• Develop initiatives to enhance staff satisfaction, retention, and engagement, including recognition programs and professional growth opportunities.
• Implement evidence-based strategies to address workforce challenges and improve recruitment and retention of nursing talent.
• Mentor and support nursing leaders and staff.
• Plan programs and in-services to educate employees along the ANCC Pathway to Excellence and Magnet journey.
• Assist in developing and delivering ANCC program-related education.
• Mentor staff nurses as educators about the Magnet process and serve as an educational resource to the nursing community.
• Participate in projects that enhance nursing excellence and professional development.
• Prepare reports for leadership and accreditation bodies about nursing excellence achievements.
• Use data to guide decisions and prioritize nursing initiatives.
• Promote and support nursing research and integrate it into practice where applicable.
• Introduce innovative practices and technologies to enhance nursing care delivery and professional practice.
• Stay informed about healthcare and nursing trends.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements related to nursing practice and patient care.
• Develop policies and procedures that support nursing excellence and accreditation standards.
• Manage budgets for nursing excellence programs and initiatives.
• Advocate for resources and investments that support nursing practice and quality improvement.

What This Job Offers

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