Nurse Coordinator - Magnet Program for Samaritan Hospital (Hiring Immediately)

Employment Type: Full time

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Nursing Coordinator - Magnet Program for Samaritan Hospital

FT Days 8hr shifts

Reporting to the Director of Professional Practice and Nursing Research, supports the organization in implementation of initiatives related to obtaining and maintaining ANCC’s Pathway to Excellence (PTE) designation and ensuring the organization’s milieu reflects the internalization of the six standards that are essential elements in developing a positive practice environment for nursing across acute care. Develops strategies, coordinates with all departments to implement and enhance policies, procedures and processes to ensure a positive result for various accreditation groups. Has primary responsibility for nursing clinical practice and program development and submission related to PTE designation, coordination, development, and submission.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Minimum: Master's degree in Nursing; or enrolled and obtaining Master’s in Nursing within two years of hire.

Preferred: Doctorate degree

Credentials/Licensure

Minimum: Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of New York

Preferred: National Certification in Specialty

Related Experience

Minimum: Three years of nursing experience in an acute care setting. Three years of teaching or leadership experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Minimum: 1. Outstanding verbal and written communication skills; ability to foster strong, positive, collaborative and cooperative relationships with physicians, nurses, healthcare team members and leadership team members.

Demonstrated leadership skills including staff development, planning, organizing, implementing, evaluation, maintenance of programs and projects. Demonstrated ability to analyze, evaluate and problem solve effectively Demonstrated familiarity with the application of computers in data analysis, use of data based decision-making methodologies. Proven ability to build positive relationships with key stakeholders. Ability to effectively establish rapport easily, even with potentially antagonistic individuals. Ability to present unfamiliar detailed information to others in a readily comprehensible way, to work with little direction while being sensitive to issues requiring physician and/or committee involvement, to read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations, and to write reports, business correspondence, procedures and policies. Willingness to challenge established ways of doing things in a constructive way. Be results oriented; a critical thinker; have effective negotiation skills; able to manage complex, adaptive systems, energetic Exemplify a strong, positive attitude toward internal and external customers and continuous service improvement Utilize performance improvement and quality concepts to drive decisions; follow through on patient/customer inquiries, problems and requests Demonstrates passion for leadership and achieving results, and an uncompromising dedication to excellence in clinical practice and customer service Ability to make timely and effective decisions and takes initiative when there is ambiguity. Ability to draw from multidisciplinary expertise to solve problems and develop solutions involving innovative, creative thinking; stay ahead of clinical developments and innovation.

Computer Competency Familiarity with standard desktop and Windows based computer system, including email, e-learning, intranet and computer navigation. Ability to use other software required to perform essential functions.

Physical/Mental

Minimum: Independently mobile (constantly); computer work/keyboarding (frequently); able to transport objects weighing up to 20 pounds (occasionally), ability to handle multiple conflicting demands, ability to work long hours.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.