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VP, Patient Care CNO, Central Texas

  • Req #: R-0336090
  • Job Category: Nursing Leadership
  • Location: Killeen, TX
  • Pay Range: $0.00 – $0.00
  • Location Type: On-site
  • Facility: AdventHealth Executives

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

  • Benefits from Day One
  • Paid Days Off from Day One
  • Student Loan Repayment Program
  • Sign-on Bonus*
  • Relocation Bonus*

Schedule:

Full time

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Address:

2201 S CLEAR CREEK RD

City:

KILLEEN

State:

Texas

Postal Code:

76549

Job Description:

Direct Supervision

1.1 Directs and advises Clinical Management Staff in planning, implementing, and evaluating clinical care.

1.2 Collaborates with the Clinical Leadership via leadership meetings, staff meetings, performance appraisals, and clinical rounds.

1.3 Directs and advises leadership staff in planning, implementing, and evaluating their specific programs, Staff Development, Patient Education, and Regulatory Standards, and Clinical Informatics.

Budget Planning

1.4 Identifies clinical resources and needs; develops, allocates, administers, and evaluates in collaboration with the clinical leadership the budget. Care is given to appropriately direct and delegate the budget process.

1.5 Directs and assists with preparation of budgets for all the departments/programs reporting to this position in collaboration with the leadership person in the specific department.

1.6 Assures that the resources and needs of these departments support the mission and goals of Metroplex Hospital.

Meetings/Committees

1.7 Chairs, attends, and/or participates on committees, task forces, and multidisciplinary meetings for coordination and facilitation of clinical and other clinical activities.

1.8 Collaborates through the committee structure with the Medical Staff, Administration, and the Governing Board striving to assure provision of quality care and customer satisfaction.

Policy Development/ Implementation

1.9 Directs clinical leadership in development and implementation of clinical standards, policies, and procedures, as well as, collaborates with Medical Staff and other disciplines where indicated in development and implementation of standards, policies and procedures.

1.10 Ensures that patient care standards meet safety, risk prevention, and legal requirements of licensing boards, regulatory and accreditation agencies.

Regulatory Standards

1.11 Directs the coordination and facilitation of the JCAHO accreditation activities for the hospital.

1.12 Collaborates with to the department of regulatory standards, striving to assure communication of information and compliance with federal, state regulatory standards.

Quality Management

1.13 Collaborates with Quality Management for Performance Improvements the development and implementation of the Quality Management for Performance Improvement.

Staff Development

1.14 Directs the Clinical Patient Safety Program assuring annual review and revision as necessary.

1.15 Directs and evaluates the staff development program assuring the program meets the identified needs of the staff and that the program director works closely with leadership staff in meeting the needs of the departments.

Self Growth and Development

1.16 Actively participates in continued professional growth by attending continuing education courses, in-services, and annual conferences and actively participates in professional organizations.

Communication

1.17 Directs and facilitates communication between Administration, Medical Staff, Governing Board, Clinical Leadership, Support Services, Ancillary Services, Volunteers, and Student Programs.

1.18 Directs and facilitates the Clinical Informatics (iConnect) program for electronic medical records.

Strategic Planning

1.19 Actively participates with Executive Team in the strategic planning activities and in the development of goals and objectives.

Leadership

1.20 Demonstrates strong clinical and managerial leadership in directing and advising staff while simultaneously ensuring safe patient care.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Evaluation and planning skills [Required]

• Advanced written and oral communication skills [Required]

• Time management and project management skills [Required]

• Group leadership skills [Required]

• Proven effective interpersonal skills to interact, consult with and advise people at all levels of the organization.  Track record of or role model for a strong work ethic to accomplish objectives [Required]

• Concern and ability to promote and champion a genuine customer service orientation to internal and external customers. [Required]

Education:

• Master's Degree in Clinical or Administration [Required]

Work Experience:

• Minimum of five years progressive healthcare, financial management and/or accounting experience [Required]

• Five years clinical nursing [Required]

• Two years management experience [Preferred]

Additional Information:

Licenses and Certifications:

• Licensed to practice in the state of Texas [Required]

The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed:

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Master’s (Required)Registered Nurse (RN) – EV Accredited Issuing Body

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.

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