System Director- Nursing Education - Atlantic Health
As a critical member of Atlantic Health's system nursing leadership team, the System Director of Nursing Education reports directly to the System Chief Nursing Executive and will be a member of the System Nursing Executive Council.
Accountable to the nursing education strategic plan development, execution and nursing education program outcomes across the health system; plans, develops, directs and evaluates educational programs for Nursing. Responsibilities are achieved through strategic goal establishment, facilitating nursing orientation, staff development activities and continuing education based on quality improvement reports and needs assessments, skills training and research and collaboration across the health system. Develops, maintains and coordinates academic practice partnerships.
The System Director Nursing Education will be a visionary leader, participating in the execution of nursing integration and implementation of the system nursing strategic plan, partnering with senior leadership, physician leaders, and leaders across Atlantic Health fostering a practice environment that is patient centered, with unsurpassed clinical quality and patient safety and patient experience.
Responsibilities:
Plans, coordinates, directs and evaluates effectiveness of staff development activities for Nursing personnel; collaborates with Site Director of Nursing Education in managing activities of department of Nursing Education.
Plans educational programs based on needs assessments and performance improvement/nursing peer review cases to correct deficiencies affecting patient care.
Develops and directs a competency assessment program for Nursing personnel, including programs for upgrading competencies and keeping knowledge, skills and practice current.
Plans, organizes, coordinates and participates in standardized orientation programs for all Nursing personnel.
Develop and implements special programs and projects to meet needs and goals of organization.
Oversees e-learning system and web-based clinical procedures system, accountable for oversite of staff attendance and participation in educational programs.
Collaborates with Chief Nursing Officers and Site Directors of Nursing Education to ensure that standards set by regulatory agencies are met and that mandatory educational programs fulfill regulatory agency requirements.
Coordinates educational offerings (workshops/conferences) for the Division of Nursing
Develops annual budget for the department; manages budget throughout the year, analyzing and monitoring monthly reports to ensure department operates within budget guidelines.
Identifies needs and recommends changes for more efficient delivery of patient care/educational programs; serves as resource person for the identification of educational needs and opportunities in professional practice.
Acts as liaison between Nursing and other disciplines regarding continuing education activities and need for programs.
Manages conference and tuition programs for Nursing
Collaborates with company representatives regarding the evaluation, in-service and implementation of new products.
Provides oversight to the activities of affiliated colleges and universities.
Effectively educates on the utilization of the electronic medical record as it pertains to job responsibilities and in accordance with hospital policy.
Programs: Provides support for and/or leads initiatives to achieve and/or maintain Magnet or Pathway to Excellence (PTE) Programs.
Seeks and submits for grant opportunities that will support the evolution of Nursing Education.
Work Experience:
At Atlantic Health, our promise to our communities is; Anyone who enters one of our facilities will receive the highest quality care delivered at the right time, at the right place, and at the right cost. This commitment is also echoed in the respect, development and opportunities we give to our more than 22,000 team members. Headquarters in Morristown, New Jersey, we are one of the leading non-profit health care systems in the nation. Our facilities and sites of care include:
We have more than 900 community-based healthcare providers affiliated through Atlantic Medical Group.
We have received awards and recognition for the services we have provided to our patients, team members and communities. Below are just a few of our accolades:
Atlantic Health offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members. Offerings vary based on role level (Team Member, Director, Executive). Below is a general summary, with role-specific enhancements highlighted:
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