Executive Director of Ambulatory Nursing - DC
Posted on
Apr 25, 2023
About Us:
Children's National Hospital, based in Washington, DC, celebrates 150 years of pediatric care, research and commitment to community. It is among the nation's top 10 children's hospitals and is recognized for its expertise and innovation in pediatric care.
Position Overview:
The Executive Director of Ambulatory Nursing leads several distinct departments or sub-functions that significantly impact organization planning and operations. This role involves integrating and coordinating the operations of a major business unit.
Minimum Education:
- Bachelors of Science in Nursing - BSN (Required)
- Master's Degree in Nursing, Business Administration, Hospital Administration, Public Administration or other related field (Preferred)
Minimum Work Experience: - Minimum of 10 years of progressive related experience (Required)
- 7 years supervisory/management experience in related job function (Required)
Required Skills/Knowledge: - Expertise in the area of specialty
- Strong knowledge of JCAHO and other regulatory agency requirements
- Demonstrated leadership and management skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Expertise in department budget and interpersonal communication
Functional Accountabilities: - Plan, implement, direct and evaluate assigned departments on a strategic and operational level
- Improve, build, maintain, and report on achievement of access goals, clinic efficiency, family and staff satisfaction
- Develop a communication strategy to ensure effective communication of all department programs
- Monitor department processes and seek opportunities to improve operations
- Collaborate with other executive directors to enhance services
Human Resources and Relationship Management: - Assess and monitor organizational staffing requirements
- Define, set and utilize appropriate performance and quality measures
Budget and Financial Management: - Prepare the department/service budget
- Evaluate financial performance reports and develop financial plans
Performance Improvement/Research/Quality: - Contribute to develop systems supporting standards of clinical practice
- Participate in research/quality improvement activities
Staff Development: - Ensure staff development and education plans
- Identify opportunities for enhancing professional/technical development
Professional Nursing Practice: - Lead and advocate for strengthening nursing practice
- Participate in community activities to enhance professional nursing and collaborative practice
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