Director of Nursing Acute Care

Job description

About Us
Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.
Our Core Values are:
• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits
Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:
• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.
Job Summary
As Nursing Director, oversee nursing practices and clinical services at Baylor Scott & White Health facilities. Use clinical expertise in patient care environments. Develop and implement clinical protocols and nursing policies. Negotiate resources between departments. Facilitate communication for seamless patient care delivery.
Essential Functions of the Role
• Be accountable for steering nursing services within your designated area of work.
• Monitor productivity daily, making necessary adjustments to adhere to productivity standards.
• Drive the development, tracking and reporting of yearly quality improvement priorities specific to each unit.
• Delve into unfortunate incidents, analyzing data and findings to single out areas for enhancement.
• Form effective partnerships with non-nursing departments to raise the level of patient care and satisfaction.
• Regularly conduct and participate in clinical rounds to identify patient needs and share observations.
• Assure adherence to all relevant legal, regulatory, licensing, and accrediting norms.
• Develop and apply metrics, dashboards, and tools for service delivery monitoring.
• Encourage communication in the department.
• Partner with nursing, medical staff, and operational directors for safe patient care.

Key Success Factors
• Prior experience in a supervisory role would be highly favorable.
• Demonstrable proficiency in problem-solving and critical thinking.
• Better communication skills, including verbal, written, and presenting.

Belonging Statement
We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.
QUALIFICATIONS
• EDUCATION - Bachelor's Degree
• EXPERIENCE - (3) Three Years of Experience
• CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - Registered Nurse (RN)
• Basic Life Support (BLS), Cardiopulmonary Resuscitate (CPR): BLS or CPR Required.