VP Patient Care - Hill Country

Baylor Scott & White Health; Marble Falls (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits

401(k) savings plan with matching

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Job summary

A leading health care provider in Marble Falls is seeking a VP of Patient Care to oversee and direct clinical nursing practice and services. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in nursing within an acute care environment and demonstrable leadership experience. Responsibilities include developing nursing protocols, collaborating with healthcare leadership, and ensuring high-quality patient care. This full-time role offers significant scope for impact within the organization.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of nursing experience in an acute care environment.
• 1+ years of experience in a leadership role.
• Registered Nurse license required.

Responsibilities

• Oversees clinical patient care services for BSWH Hill Country.
• Develops nursing plans aligned with business objectives.
• Promotes a multidisciplinary approach to patient care.
• Leads development and implementation of nursing policies and quality initiatives.
• Ensures compliance with laws and regulatory requirements including Joint Commission.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Critical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in nursing or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

VP Patient Care – Hill Country

VP Patient Care - Hill Country is responsible for overseeing, planning, and directing the nursing practice and clinical services for Baylor Scott & White Health (BSWH). Provides clinical leadership across all patient care settings, both inpatient and outpatient, within the assigned area of responsibility which may include one or more hospitals, clinics, or other BSWH healthcare facilities. May oversee the operations of patient care service areas which could include social services, ambulatory care, cardiology, respiratory, rehabilitation, pharmacy, emergency medicine, and other nursing or clinical support functions. Establishes and communicates the clinical strategic goals and objectives for assigned nursing units or clinical areas in accordance with the BSWH overall patient care goals and objectives. Develops and implements clinical protocols, nursing policies and procedures, new patient care models, and nursing quality improvement initiatives. Maintains and monitors clinical operational efficiency, standards of care, and patient service delivery levels. Ensures high quality patient care delivery in a cost‑effective manner. Negotiates interdepartmental resources and communicates with other BSWH departments to ensure effective and efficient delivery of patient care. Collaborates with operations leadership (CEO), physician leadership (CMO), and other senior leadership for the assigned area of responsibility to deliver patient care with a focus on ensuring high quality patient outcomes, improving patient experience, and achieving service excellence in healthcare.

Job Summary

An entity Vice President (VP) develops strategy and business plans for one or more business units. Business unit may include a level of smaller entity vice presidents (e.g., small hospitals, clinics, etc.). Leads strategy execution, identifies resourcing needs, and provides guidance for significant tactical decisions. Focuses on current‑year operations and participates in establishing multi‑year strategies and business plans. Erroneous decisions at this level tend to have a long‑term negative effect on the success of the organization. Leads and directs a single business unit or region. Typically directs multiple levels of subordinate directors and/or managers covering varied disciplines and skill levels. Has managerial accountability for staffing and budgets for a large span of control (at least 2 managers/directors). Exercises wide latitude in determining objectives and approaches to critical assignments. Responsible for executing a portion of the business strategy.

Essential Functions of the Role

• Oversees clinical patient care services for BSWH Hill Country.
• Develops and implements short and long‑range nursing plans and priorities aligned with BSWH mission, values, and business objectives.
• Advises and collaborates with clinical departments, medical staff, and other leadership on nursing activities and decisions that impact the quality of patient care, patient safety, and patient satisfaction.
• Creates and leads a nursing environment that promotes a collaborative nursing practice and excellence in patient care, patient safety, nursing education, and clinical research.
• Leads the development and implementation of nursing policies, programs, and initiatives and ensures consistency in standards of nursing practice across all clinical settings.
• Evaluates current nursing practices and patient care delivery models to continually improve the quality, appropriateness, and efficiency of patient care.
• Promotes and facilitates a multidisciplinary approach to patient care and coordination of care among clinical disciplines.
• Leads the development and implementation of clinical quality and patient safety initiatives, programs, and activities.
• Develops and implements quality and utilization standards for patient care services to ensure coordinated plans of treatment, delivery of services that meet patient needs, and efficient and cost‑effective patient care.
• Ensures nursing services are compliant with all applicable laws and regulatory requirements, including Joint Commission.

Key Success Factors

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing or related field required. Master’s degree preferred.
• 5+ years of nursing experience in an acute care environment.
• 1+ years of experience in a leadership role.
• Registered Nurse license required.
• Experience collaborating across multiple departments and clinical disciplines within a large, complex healthcare organization preferred.
• Excellent problem‑solving and critical‑thinking skills.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills, with strong presentation skills.

Benefits

• 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 on position type and/or level.

Qualifications

• Education – Bachelor’s; Master’s preferred.
• Experience – 5 years.
• Certification/License/Registration – Registered Nurse (RN).

Seniority Level

Executive

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Other

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care