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NCH Healthcare System

Director Pathway to Excellence Magnet Program

NCH Healthcare System, Naples, Florida, United States, 33939


DEPARTMENT:

16014 - Nursing Pro Practice

LOCATION:

350 7th Street North, Naples, FL, 34102

WORK TYPE:

Full Time

WORK SCHEDULE:

8 Hour Day

ABOUT NCH

NCH is an independent, locally governed non-profit delivering premier comprehensive care. Our healthcare system is comprised of two hospitals, an alliance of 700+ physicians, and medical facilities in dozens of locations throughout Southwest Florida that offer nationally recognized, quality health care. NCH is transforming into an Advanced Community Healthcare System(TM) and we’re proud to: Provide higher acuity care and Centers of Excellence; Offer Graduate Medical Education and fellowships; Have endowed chairs; Conduct research and participate in national clinical trials; and partner with other health market leaders, like Hospital for Special Surgery, Encompass, and ProScan. Join our mission to help everyone live a longer, happier, healthier life. We are committed to care and believe there's always more at NCH - for you and every person we serve together. Visit nchjobs.org to learn more.

JOB SUMMARY

In collaboration with clinical and administrative leadership, the Pathway to Excellence & Magnet Program Director assumes system-wide responsibility for coordinating all aspects of the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) designation Programs including the application, designation, and re-designation process. Serves as the ANCC Program resource to the nursing leadership team, and functions as a liaison to hospital departments and consultative resource for administration, nursing, non-nursing employees, physicians, and community. Promotes nursing excellence, recognition, empowerment through Shared Decision Making and professional development of nurses.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Other duties may be assigned.

Communication:

Embraces a multi-disciplinary collaborative approach throughout the ANCC accreditation process. Serves as liaison between NCH leadership and Pathway to Excellence/Magnet stakeholders including nursing and hospital staff, physicians, and the community to ensure partnership in the designation/re-designation process. Works collegially and openly with all stakeholders to communicate the vision, report the progress, create solutions, and motivate and engage employees in demonstrating a Magnet environment.

Planning:

In collaboration with the CNE, CNO and AD, provides leadership, oversight, coordination, and facilitation for an action plan, project schedules, and Magnet budget to the organization’s pursuit of Magnet designation.

Organizing:

Facilitates the Nursing Excellence Steering Committee coordinating meetings and activities. Acts as a resource for the Nursing Excellence Steering Committee regarding the Magnet components and necessary Sources of Evidence.

Data Collection:

Oversees and maintains all relevant files of evidence required for the narratives. Collects and composes narrative descriptions that reflect nursing excellence according to ANCC standards.

Initiating:

Coordinates the fulfillment of responsibilities as designated by the Pathway to Excellence/ Magnet Recognition Program, including the collection, organization, and preparation of evidence.

Designation/Re-designation:

Coordinates and conducts all aspects of the ANCC program specific document initial and renewal submission process.

Leadership:

Serves as a resource providing consultative support to nursing leadership, nursing staff, and all members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team concerning the Magnet journey and Pathway to Excellence program.

Quality:

Oversees the clinical practice coordinator and maintains data integrity and ensures quality data sources are consistent in collaboration with the ADs.

Research:

Collaborates with the Coordinator of Research and EBP to support the coordination of a formal nursing research program prioritized towards the nursing strategic plan and Magnet requirements.

Staff Education/Development:

Plans programs and in-services to continually educate all employees along the ANCC Pathway to Excellence & Magnet Journey.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum of BSN required. Masters in Nursing or related field preferred.

A minimum of 5 years nursing experience required in team facilitation, conducting education programs, project management, planning and managing complex function and processes, data analysis and/or program administration; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Minimum of 1 year of leadership experience at a manager/director level or related education in lieu of experience.

Current RN licensure in the state of Florida. Professional certification in a specialty area preferred.

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.

Prefer experience as a member of team that has achieved or pursuing Magnet designation with knowledge of or participation in Shared Decision Making, understanding of Magnet concepts highly preferred.

Strong writing, editing and presentation skills.

Intermediate computer knowledge: Uses Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Windows.

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