Sr Dir Nursing Operations and Patient Care Services Job Listing at MedStar Medical Group in Clinton, MD (Job ID req37010)

Description

The Senior Director of Nursing Operations and Patient Care Services is an active member of MedStar Health entity-based Division of Nursing's (DON) leadership/management team and is responsible for multiple defined areas of organized nursing services (clinical or administrative, general or specialized). Maintains and demonstrates current knowledge of healthcare organizations and clinical practice, providing leadership and expertise to professional nursing practice and the provision of quality healthcare delivery. Creates and facilitates a learning environment and atmosphere of participative management within the framework of collaborative governance and shared decision-making. Contributes to the DON strategic plan and annual goals and is accountable for the implementation and attainment of these goals within the defined areas of responsibility. Promotes a culture in practice to assure the MedStar Health/hospital/entity mission of a Patient First environment and SPIRIT Values, enhances productivity, role engagement and job satisfaction. The Senior Director of Nursing Operations and Patient Care Services is a Department Leader who assumes 24-hour administrative and leadership authority and responsibility for the management and direction of the operational, personnel and financial activities of the specified division, units, or procedural areas. These functions are coordinated with the Executive Staff, Hospital Leadership, Medical Staff and others, and are performed in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations and MedStar Health and entity's mission, vision, and values.
Education

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing required
• Master's degree in Nursing or health related field required
• Doctoral degree in Nursing or Health Services Administration preferred
• Must be from a nationally accredited program

• 5-7 years of progressively responsible leadership roles in nursing, including director of nursing (or equivalent) or above experience required

• RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure in Maryland required
• Certification in Nursing Administration from a nationally recognized nursing organization such as NEA-BC or CENP within 1 Year required
• CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days required
• Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit.

• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to exercise independent judgment on highly complex situations.
• Business acumen and leadership skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to effectively interact and collaborate with all levels of management, internal departments, external agencies, and MedStar entities (including cross-functional knowledge and savvy)
• Advanced knowledge of various computer software applications and online learning applications, especially Microsoft PowerPoint and online training platforms.