RN - Nursing Program Specialist – Magnet and Nursing Excellence

Work Schedule :

1.0 FTE salaried position; This is a full-time position scheduled to typically work Monday through Friday, with core hours between 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, however some off hours or weekends may be required.

Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.

You will work at the UW Health Administrative Office Building located in Madison, WI with travel required to various UW Health facilities located throughout Southern WI as operationally needed.

Description:

Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin!

We are seeking a Registered Nurse to


* Coordinate the ongoing Magnet recognition initiative, including, assessment of enterprise readiness; formulation and implementation of improvement strategies to meet the Magnet criteria.


* Review relevant research, other literature, and best practices related to programs and develop work plans for program design, implementation, evaluation and maintenance.


* Collaborate on and support other selected professional practice advancement initiatives.


* Plan and implement educational programming related to the programs and projects.


* Strong programmatic experience is preferred as well as a MSN or higher degree.

Education


* Bachelor's Degree in Nursing Required


* Master's Degree Nursing, Business or related healthcare field.

Four years of leadership experience may be considered in lieu of Master's Degree Required

Work Experience


* 3 years of recent nursing experience Required


* Experience in developing professional practice, clinical advancement and Magnet recognition programing Preferred

Licenses and Certifications


* Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Wisconsin or equivalency Upon Hire Required


* Certification in area of specialty or eligible for certification Preferred

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities :


* Effective leadership abilities, specifically the ability to lead without direct authority.


* Ability to quickly assimilate, assesses, and acts upon new concepts, trends, and initiatives.


* Proficient with organizational and professional interrelationships, conflict resolution, and change concepts.


* Ability to think systemically and understand the implications of policies and practices.


* Ability to use and implement process improvement tools and techniques.


* Effective oral and written communication and human relation skills required -communicate and work with diverse constituencies, develop rapport with people at all levels of the organization, clearly communicate goals, objectives and progress.


* Effective analytical ability in order to develop and analyze options, recommend solutions to and solve complex problems and issues.


* Must be able to work independently and prioritize workload to complete projects with minimal direction.


* Must be energetic, forward-thinking with a positive and professional image.


* Proficient Microsoft Office programs such as Word,...