Associate Director for Patient Care Services (Nurse Executive)

Fadona; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Une institution de santé de premier plan recherche un Associate Director - Patient Care Services pour superviser les services de soins infirmiers et assurer une gestion de qualité pour les vétérans. Ce rôle stratégique implique la direction des soins aux patients, la collaboration avec les cadres supérieurs et le développement de futurs leaders au sein de l'organisation.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Insurance

Work schedule flexibility

Relocation incentives for qualified candidates

Qualifications

• Actuellement infirmier avec enregistrement actif aux États-Unis.
• Expérience en leadership dans un environnement de soins de santé.
• Capacité à gérer des situations stressantes.

Responsibilities

• Diriger les services de soins aux patients pour plus de 100,000 vétérans.
• Collaborer avec les dirigeants sur des objectifs organisationnels.
• Développer des stratégies de ressources et encadrer les futurs leaders.

Skills

Leadership

Business Acumen

Communication

Professional Responsibility

Education

Master's degree in Nursing (MSN)

Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing

Job description

Summary

The Associate Director - Patient Care Services/Nurse Executive provides direct oversight of Nursing, Social Work, Chaplain, Sterile Processing, and Patient Centered Care Services. The incumbent will serve as Nurse Executive for this facility and its associated community-based outpatient clinics, responsible for the practice of nursing by all registered nurses, advanced practical nurses, and allied health staff (LPNs, NAs, etc.), regardless of line of authority.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

• English Language Proficiency
• In accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7403(f), no person shall serve in direct patient care positions unless proficient in basic written and spoken English.
• Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing (ACEN or CCNE at the time of completion).
• OR individuals in a master's level bridge program in nursing with coursework equivalent to a bachelor's degree may become registered prior to completing the program.
• Upon licensing, appointment can be temporary with subsequent permanent status after graduation.
• Foreign nursing graduates with current, unrestricted registration meet the graduation requirement; higher education requires degree validation.
• Current, full, active, and unrestricted registration as a nurse in the U.S.
• Graduate Nurse Technician (GNT) exception: for those without licensure but meet education requirements, temporary appointment possible while pursuing licensure.
• Education and Dimension criteria for Nurse V: Master's degree in Nursing (MSN) with 5 years of nursing experience, or related degrees with equivalent experience, or Doctoral degrees with 4 years of experience.
• Leadership, Business Acumen, Communication, Professional and Social Responsibility are key dimension requirements.

Physical Requirements:

• Visual acuity, hearing, speech, manual dexterity, and ability to work long periods standing or walking.
• Exposure to infected patients and contaminated materials; may need protective clothing.
• Ability to handle stressful situations and shift priorities.
• Compliance with annual health requirements and ability to drive government vehicles.

Duties

• Lead VA Greater Los Angeles Health Care System's patient care services for over 100,000 Veterans.
• Collaborate with healthcare executives on organizational mission and goals.
• Direct nursing activities and advocate for ethical practices.
• Develop resource strategies and mentor future leaders.
• Strategic planning, policy development, and quality improvement.
• Communicate healthcare trends and issues at various levels.

Additional Information

VA offers comprehensive benefits including competitive salary, paid time off, retirement plans, insurance, licensure, and work schedule flexibility. Relocation and incentives may be available for highly qualified candidates. This position is not virtual.