PURPOSE of POSITION: To establish, maintain and oversee standards of clinical performance for nursing and ancillary staff in the Maternal Child Pavilion at Brockton Hospital. Participate and/or lead quality initiatives as they relate to patient care and patient satisfaction. Responsible for ensuring that appropriate staffing levels are in place in accordance with approved benchmarks. This individual is responsible for promoting a safe environment for employees, patients and providers in the Maternal Child Pavilion.

INDEPENDENT ACTION: Has the ability to make independent judgments within the parameters of department and organizational policies, guidelines and established procedures. Has the ability to participate in the development of strategies and objectives in accordance with the mission and goals defined by the Senior Leadership Team at Signature Healthcare Brockton Hospital Has the ability to demonstrate initiative in accomplishing the primary responsibilities of this position with little direct supervision. Manage using Lean principles and processes.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: The Director is responsible for the coordination and delivery of nursing care in the maternal Child Unit. Provides clinical oversight and maintains standards for the care of maternity and newborn patients at Signature Healthcare. This individual is responsible for efforts that ensure compliance with appropriate regulatory bodies.

 Education: BS, MS in nursing or Masters Degree in Healthcare Administration required.

Experience (Type & Length): Five years of nursing leadership experience is required. Demonstrates clinical competence and evidence of leadership and management skills. Exposure to Lean methodology is a plus. Strong managerial and organizational skills required.

Certification/Licensure: Must have current license to practice professional nursing in Massachusetts

Software/Hardware: Experience with MS Office and Meditech. Demonstrated ability to build relationships, and influence those to whom there is no direct reporting relationship. Strong written and verbal communication skills; Must be able to present to groups effectively

Other:

Must embrace and work within the principles of our core management system which is based on Lean/Operational Excellence combined with our Culture of Safety. This culture has resulted in a sustained 90% reduction in employee injuries and serious patient events and has led to the receipt of numerous safety and qualilv awards.

Korn Ferry shall provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified candidates, and will refer candidates without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected basis.