Cook County Health
Executive Director of Nursing Clinical Operations and Workforce
Cook County Health, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Executive Director of Nursing Clinical Operations and Workforce 00135438
Opening Date:
Oct 8, 2024
Closing Date:
Ongoing
Full-time
Shift Start Time:
8:00 A.M.
Shift End Time:
4:30 P.M.
Collective Bargaining Unit:
None
Posting Salary:
MIN $183k - MAX $212,933
Organization:
Health and Hospital Systems
Applicants may apply for this position by submitting a resume/CV to the following email address:
mgmtrecruit@cookcountyhhs.org
When submitting a resume/CV by email, you must include the job title and posting number in the subject line of your email.
This position is exempt from Career Service under the CCH Personnel Rules.
Job SummaryThe Executive Director of Nursing Clinical Operations and Workforce is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining strategic staffing initiatives for nursing workforce utilization and executing strategic objectives and goals across Cook County Health (CCH). This position will provide strategic oversight and guidance in the development of a centralized staffing plan, oversee CCH retention strategies, and establish a nursing recruitment pipeline. The Executive Director will be accountable for overseeing Nursing Workforce Management to ensure accurate planning, forecasting, and maintenance of employed and contracted resources across CCH.
General Administrative Responsibilities
Collective Bargaining:
Review applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements and consult with Labor Relations to generate management proposals. Participate in collective bargaining negotiations, caucus discussions, and working meetings.
Discipline:
Document, recommend, and effectuate discipline at all levels. Work closely with labor relations and/or labor counsel to effectuate and enforce applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements.
Supervision:
Direct and effectuate CCH management policies and practices. Access and proficiently navigate CCH records system to obtain and review information necessary to execute provisions of applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Management:
Contribute to the management of CCH staff and CCH's systemic development and success. Discuss and develop CCH system policies and procedures.
Typical Duties
Leads the development and execution of strategic staffing initiatives and goals for Nursing Workforce utilization by integrating latest technologies, best practices, and evidence-based models.
Collaborates with the Chief Nursing Executive (CNE) on all strategic and operational objectives.
Reviews and assesses agency workforce rates and costs within budget guidelines to remain competitive.
Provides direction and oversight to establish an effective system-wide nursing staffing plan.
Oversees the system-wide nurse staffing, workforce management, and retention policies, procedures, and processes.
Serves as a facilitator for the shared decision-making process and provides leadership for utilization of best practice evidence in nurse staffing.
Evaluates, develops, and implements new programs and services for safe staffing and models of care.
Leads the operational plan and budget for the development of staffing models.
Develops a multi-year nursing workforce strategy for CCH nurse hiring and retention.
In collaboration with Human Resources, oversees the establishment of a recruitment pipeline in partnership with nursing schools and community resources.
Establishes hiring targets and resource allocation to ensure hiring goals and reduction of contracted nurses are achieved.
Performs an ongoing analysis and review of staffing metrics to promote efficient utilization of nursing resources.
Collaborates with Human Resources to establish a recruitment program for international nurses.
Collaborates with CCH Leadership to provide direction for Nurse employee wellness programs.
Leads various committees as assigned by the CNE.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Reporting RelationshipReports to the Chief Nursing Executive.
Minimum Qualifications
Licensed as a Registered Professional Nurse in the State of Illinois or ability to obtain Illinois license within two weeks of starting employment.
Master's Degree or higher in Nursing or related field from an accredited college or university.
Five (5) years of Nursing leadership experience in staffing operations, workforce management, recruitment/retention, project management, and/or informatics.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience working with organized labor.
DNP or PhD in Nursing, Business, Public Health, or Healthcare Administration from an accredited college or university.
Five (5) years of experience utilizing nursing technology systems to enhance operations.
Advanced Certification in performance improvement (Lean Six Sigma for healthcare Green Belt level education/certification or higher).
Certification as a Nurse Executive, Advanced (NEA-BC) or Nurse Executive (NE-BC).
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics
Knowledge of current theoretical approaches to the delivery of nursing care and trends in healthcare.
Knowledge of current leadership, management, and quality improvement concepts and practices.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills necessary to communicate with all levels of staff.
Ability to prioritize, plan, and organize projects and tasks.
Demonstrate ability to effectively lead and manage change.
Demonstrate attention to detail, accuracy, and precision.
Demonstrate competence in coaching and mentoring for leadership development of direct reports.
Physical and Environmental DemandsThis position is functioning within a healthcare environment. The incumbent is responsible for adherence to all hospital and department specific safety requirements.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the personnel so classified.
To receive Veteran Preference, appropriate discharge papers must be attached to the online application or included with your emailed resume/CV.
VETERAN PREFERENCE PLEASE READWhen applying for employment with Cook County Health, preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than 6 months of continuous service.
Meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application.
COOK COUNTY HEALTH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
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Opening Date:
Oct 8, 2024
Closing Date:
Ongoing
Full-time
Shift Start Time:
8:00 A.M.
Shift End Time:
4:30 P.M.
Collective Bargaining Unit:
None
Posting Salary:
MIN $183k - MAX $212,933
Organization:
Health and Hospital Systems
Applicants may apply for this position by submitting a resume/CV to the following email address:
mgmtrecruit@cookcountyhhs.org
When submitting a resume/CV by email, you must include the job title and posting number in the subject line of your email.
This position is exempt from Career Service under the CCH Personnel Rules.
Job SummaryThe Executive Director of Nursing Clinical Operations and Workforce is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining strategic staffing initiatives for nursing workforce utilization and executing strategic objectives and goals across Cook County Health (CCH). This position will provide strategic oversight and guidance in the development of a centralized staffing plan, oversee CCH retention strategies, and establish a nursing recruitment pipeline. The Executive Director will be accountable for overseeing Nursing Workforce Management to ensure accurate planning, forecasting, and maintenance of employed and contracted resources across CCH.
General Administrative Responsibilities
Collective Bargaining:
Review applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements and consult with Labor Relations to generate management proposals. Participate in collective bargaining negotiations, caucus discussions, and working meetings.
Discipline:
Document, recommend, and effectuate discipline at all levels. Work closely with labor relations and/or labor counsel to effectuate and enforce applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements.
Supervision:
Direct and effectuate CCH management policies and practices. Access and proficiently navigate CCH records system to obtain and review information necessary to execute provisions of applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Management:
Contribute to the management of CCH staff and CCH's systemic development and success. Discuss and develop CCH system policies and procedures.
Typical Duties
Leads the development and execution of strategic staffing initiatives and goals for Nursing Workforce utilization by integrating latest technologies, best practices, and evidence-based models.
Collaborates with the Chief Nursing Executive (CNE) on all strategic and operational objectives.
Reviews and assesses agency workforce rates and costs within budget guidelines to remain competitive.
Provides direction and oversight to establish an effective system-wide nursing staffing plan.
Oversees the system-wide nurse staffing, workforce management, and retention policies, procedures, and processes.
Serves as a facilitator for the shared decision-making process and provides leadership for utilization of best practice evidence in nurse staffing.
Evaluates, develops, and implements new programs and services for safe staffing and models of care.
Leads the operational plan and budget for the development of staffing models.
Develops a multi-year nursing workforce strategy for CCH nurse hiring and retention.
In collaboration with Human Resources, oversees the establishment of a recruitment pipeline in partnership with nursing schools and community resources.
Establishes hiring targets and resource allocation to ensure hiring goals and reduction of contracted nurses are achieved.
Performs an ongoing analysis and review of staffing metrics to promote efficient utilization of nursing resources.
Collaborates with Human Resources to establish a recruitment program for international nurses.
Collaborates with CCH Leadership to provide direction for Nurse employee wellness programs.
Leads various committees as assigned by the CNE.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Reporting RelationshipReports to the Chief Nursing Executive.
Minimum Qualifications
Licensed as a Registered Professional Nurse in the State of Illinois or ability to obtain Illinois license within two weeks of starting employment.
Master's Degree or higher in Nursing or related field from an accredited college or university.
Five (5) years of Nursing leadership experience in staffing operations, workforce management, recruitment/retention, project management, and/or informatics.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience working with organized labor.
DNP or PhD in Nursing, Business, Public Health, or Healthcare Administration from an accredited college or university.
Five (5) years of experience utilizing nursing technology systems to enhance operations.
Advanced Certification in performance improvement (Lean Six Sigma for healthcare Green Belt level education/certification or higher).
Certification as a Nurse Executive, Advanced (NEA-BC) or Nurse Executive (NE-BC).
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics
Knowledge of current theoretical approaches to the delivery of nursing care and trends in healthcare.
Knowledge of current leadership, management, and quality improvement concepts and practices.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills necessary to communicate with all levels of staff.
Ability to prioritize, plan, and organize projects and tasks.
Demonstrate ability to effectively lead and manage change.
Demonstrate attention to detail, accuracy, and precision.
Demonstrate competence in coaching and mentoring for leadership development of direct reports.
Physical and Environmental DemandsThis position is functioning within a healthcare environment. The incumbent is responsible for adherence to all hospital and department specific safety requirements.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the personnel so classified.
To receive Veteran Preference, appropriate discharge papers must be attached to the online application or included with your emailed resume/CV.
VETERAN PREFERENCE PLEASE READWhen applying for employment with Cook County Health, preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than 6 months of continuous service.
Meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application.
COOK COUNTY HEALTH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
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