Director Pathway to Excellence Magnet Program

* 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.

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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 Pro Scan.

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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.

Embodies the vision of Magnet through written works, public speaking, professional leadership, and research. In collaboration with the CNE, CNO and ADs, designs and implements marketing initiatives including assisting in the dissemination of information to all stakeholders. Oversees requests for organizations requesting Magnet networking.

* 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. Establishes a timeline and milestones in order to maintain Magnet focus across the organization.

* 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. Assists in the development and maintenance of a core group of Magnet Nurse Champions. Leads informational sessions. Maintains current knowledge of the Magnet designation requirements and process, assisting with incorporating updated standards and practice into department operations in collaboration with CNE, CNO, ADs, Directors and Council membership.

* 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. Coordinates demographic data requirements required for reporting of all nursing staff credentials, education, unit demographics, and organizational overview.

* Initiating:
Coordinates the fulfillment of responsibilities as designated by the Pathway to Excellence/ Magnet Recognition Program, including the collection, organization, and preparation of evidence. Ensures all eligibility…