About this role
Job Description
University of Washington Medical Center has an outstanding opportunity for a Director of Inpatient Nursing to join our team.
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
The Director of Inpatient Services will develop and oversee Patient Care Services (PCS) special projects and quality initiatives to assure alliance with and adherence to the organization’s mission, vision, values, strategic goals, and business strategies. Emphasizing service excellence, patient safety, staff safety and organizational integration, the director leads division initiatives and service priorities with emphasis on innovation and advancement, and will support clinical space design, ensuring alignment with operational workflows, operational efficiency and integration of healthcare technologies such as virtual nursing and improvements to clinical documentation.
WORK SCHEDULE
- Full Time
- Primarily Monday - Friday, but with 24/7 accountability for the delivery of care
- Day shifts, with additional hours as needed
RESPONSBILITIES
- Serves as Director, Patient Care Services, responsible for Acute Care Inpatient operations, human resource management, regulatory management, fiscal management and quality improvement.
- Ensures best practice for nursing sensitive quality indicators such as falls, central line infections, pressure injuries and catheter associated urinary tract infections. Works with teams to ensure that evidence-based practice is utilized in all care settings.
- Provide leadership support and oversee projects and quality initiatives within the patient care environment at both UW Medical Center.
- Evaluate, develop, implement, and support leadership development initiatives, leadership advancement opportunities, and leadership retention
- Promote and support clinical innovation and patient care technology integration across UWMC
- Plan for and support leadership coverage during leadership vacancies and extended leaves.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Master's Degree in Nursing or Health Administration, or equivalent experience
- Minimum 4 years of management or supervisory experience in a healthcare setting; hospital experience in acute or critical care preferred
- Demonstrated management/leadership and program management skills related to patient care leadership, quality improvement, fiscal management, and staff development.
- An active license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Washington State.
ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER
UW Medical Center is an acute care academic medical center located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in seven specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.
The UW Medical Center-Montlake campus is located on the edge of the beautiful UW campus which includes many amenities available to our staff as well as very convenient public transit options including the Sound Transit’s light rail station across the street.
The UW Medical Center–Northwest campus offers emergency and inpatient and outpatient medical, surgical, and therapeutic care. It is located in north Seattle on a beautiful, easy-to-access 44-acre campus that includes the neighboring Northwest Outpatient Medical Center and Specialty Care Meridian Pavilion.
ABOUT UW MEDICINE - WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER
UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.
All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.
Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.
Compensation, Benefits and Position Details
Pay Range Minimum:
$156,000.00 annualPay Range Maximum:
$204,000.00 annualOther Compensation:
-Benefits:
For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/Shift:
First Shift (United States of America)Temporary or Regular?
This is a regular positionFTE (Full-Time Equivalent):
100.00%Union/Bargaining Unit:
Not ApplicableAbout the UW
Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.
UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.
Our Commitment
The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [email protected].
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.
Other facts
About University of Washington Medical Center
UW Medicine is an integrated clinical, research and learning health system with a single mission to improve the health of the public. Its faculty, staff, students and trainees are dedicated to delivering high- quality patient care and making important discoveries that lead to new approaches for the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of human disease.
UW Medicine is home to one of the world’s largest and most comprehensive medical research programs as well as innovative learning programs for students, trainees and practitioners. As the only health system in Washington, Wyoming, Alaska, Montana and Idaho that connects research, education and patient care, UW Medicine provides a higher degree of healthcare, ranging from primary and preventive care to the most specialized care for complex medical conditions.
UW Medicine includes Airlift Northwest, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, Harborview Medical Center, University of Washington Medical Center—Montlake, University of Washington Medical Center – Northwest, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians and UW School of Medicine. UW Medicine shares in the ownership of Children’s University Medical Group with Seattle Children’s.
A Higher Degree of Healthcare.
What you'll do
- The Director of Inpatient Nursing is responsible for overseeing Acute Care Inpatient operations, ensuring adherence to quality indicators, and leading patient care initiatives. This role includes evaluating and supporting leadership development and promoting clinical innovation.
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