Program Manager, Nursing & Special Projects

Position Summary
Manages, coordinates and participates in a variety of administrative and/or clinical activities related to a nursing administration and hospital operations.

Location: Orlando Health Winnie Palmer Hospital for Women & Babies, Orlando, FL
Department: Quality Unit 
Type: Full-time (40 hours)

Shift: Days (Monday - Friday) onsite. 

The Quality Department at Winnie Palmer Hospital for Women and Babies provides direct oversight for performance improvement initiatives and is focused on Obstetrical, Gynecological, Newborn and Neonatal measures. Each specialty (maternal, gyn, newborn & NICU) has individual performance improvement initiatives which are continuously measured. Variances and measurement results are monitored, and the team works closely with executive/nursing/physician leadership, risk management, clinical nurse specialists, and the clinical quality team to implement evidence-based protocols and guidelines to improve overall care to the patients we serve.

Why Orlando Health Winnie Palmer Hospital?

• One of the largest women’s hospitals in the nation, delivering over 14,000 babies annually.

• Magnet®-recognized hospital committed to nursing excellence.

• A collaborative work culture that fosters innovation and professional development.

• Comprehensive benefits package, including tuition reimbursement, leadership development programs, and career advancement opportunities.

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Essential Functions

• Administers and coordinates operational activities and projects as assigned by the Chief Nursing Officer and hospital administrative team.
• Develops and implements plans with cooperation with the nursing and hospital leadership which addresses specific operating problems and issues.
• Develops and submits to the Chief Nursing Officer and or facility Patient Care Administrator plans consistent with the overall goals of nursing, particularly as they relate to the achievement of Magnet Hospital Accreditation, and consistent with the corporate goals of Orlando Health.
• Oversees the Nursing budget and submits monthly variance report as necessary.
• Works in collaboration with the Patient Care Administrators and Nurse Executive Council on initiatives designed to support the Orlando Health Nursing Strategic Plan.
• Serves as a liaison for the hospital nursing leadership council and representative for nursing on Orlando Health multidisciplinary councils and committees.
• Serves as a liaison with facility development for the hospital administrative team on hospital construction projects.
• Establishes and maintains an open and positive working relationship with administrators, medical staff, managers and team members.
• Participates with leaders from the governing body, management, medical staff and clinical areas in Orlando Health decision making structure and process.
• Represents Orlando Health as appropriate in its relationships with major customers, suppliers, competitors, government agencies, professional societies and similar groups.
• Maintain strong collaborative relationships with physicians, employers, community leaders and the business coalition.
• Serves as an ambassador for Orlando Health in the community.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Chief Nursing officer or Patient Care Administrator.

Education/Training
Bachelor's degree in nursing, health care, business or a closely related health field.
Licensure/Certification
Maintains current State of Florida RN license.
Experience
Three (3) years of closely related experience to include two (2) years of leadership experience required.