VP, Chief Nursing Officer - TIRR Memorial Hermann & MH Rehabilitation Network

Job Summary

TIRR Memorial Hermann, a leader in rehabilitation, does more than provide therapy. We provide rehabilitation beyond the healthcare setting for children and adults with a disabling injury or illness. Our highly trained rehabilitation teams see the potential in every person and develop that potential to the fullest, customizing goals and setting treatment planning to maximize independence, restore function, and improve quality of life.

This position is responsible for the effective management of nursing and patient care services within a specific acute care hospital. Responsibilities include direction and decision-making, financial performance, compliance with regulatory agencies, patient satisfaction, productivity, and promotion of partners-in-caring while ensuring maximum efficiency and effectiveness.

Education:

Master’s degree in an applicable area of study is required. If Master’s degree is not in Nursing, a Bachelor’s degree or Doctoral degree in Nursing is required.

Licenses/Certifications: Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Texas.

• 12 years of progressive nursing experience required
• Eight (8) years of management/leadership experience required

• Demonstrates commitment to the Partners-in-Caring philosophy and the Memorial Hermann behavioral expectations in all interactions and in performing all job duties.
• Serves as a positive role model to others at all levels of the organization, and ensures compliance with the Partners-in‑Caring philosophy.
• Acts as a resource and advisor to directors, managers and supervisors; assists with planning, organizing and directing patient care.
• Evaluates his/her own performance based on professional practice standards, relevant regulations and organizational criteria.
• Maintains current knowledge in administrative practices.
• Remains visible and available for consultation as needed.
• Coordinates and directs budget preparation for achievement of financial and operational goals for the hospital and for the division of nursing.
• Ensures operations of areas of accountability meet or exceed customer and physician satisfaction.
• Develops, maintains and evaluates organizational systems that support the implementation of strategic plans for the hospital and for the division of nursing.
• Remains visible and available to physicians and medical directors, and seeks input and feedback on hospital matters.