Overview Join our dedicated healthcare team where compassion meets innovation! As a Registered Nurse with us, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patients' lives while enjoying a supportive work environment that fosters professional growth and work-life balance. Ready to be a vital part of our mission? Apply today and bring your passion for nursing to a place where it truly matters! At Abrazo Arrowhead Campus, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match Generous paid time off Career development and continuing education opportunities Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance Note : Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status Job Summary Job Summary As a Registered Nurse in our Intensive Care Unit, you’ll provide individualized, direct bedside care to critically ill patients, coordinate with interdisciplinary teams, and utilize your clinical judgment to lead care delivery. Responsibilities Monitoring and managing patients requiring advanced cardiac, neuro, or hemodynamic support Using evidence-based practice and the nursing process to develop patient care plans Supervising and delegating tasks to members of the healthcare team Participating in hourly rounding and maintaining a safe, patient-centered environment Taking charge responsibilities when needed Qualifications Special Skills Strong critical thinking and communication skills Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced ICU setting Excellent teamwork and collaboration Passion for delivering compassionate, high-quality patient care Minimum Requirements Experience: Minimum 1 year of ICU or acute care experience Education: Nursing Degree from an accredited nursing school Certifications: Current Registered Nurse License in the State of Arizona BLS and ACLS (required per department/facility guidelines) Preferred Requirements Experience: 2 years in ICU or Cardiac Stepdown with experience in neuro/cardiac assessments and hemodynamic monitoring Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Certification: Specialty certification a plus Why Abrazo Arrowhead? Supportive ICU leadership that values clinical autonomy and education Collaborative multidisciplinary teams Located in the heart of Glendale, AZ, serving the Northwest Valley Ready to elevate your nursing career? Apply now to join a mission-driven team at Abrazo Arrowhead and help us deliver exceptional care—one patient at a time. #LI-AL1 Organization Description A 217-bed hospital, Abrazo Arrowhead Campus has been serving the Glendale community since 1988. The hospital is recognized for providing advanced services, including cardiovascular, orthopedic, obstetrics and emergency care. Join our team! Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. Tenet participates in the E-Verify program. Follow the link below for additional information. E-Verify: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations. 2603018143
Overview Join our dedicated healthcare team where compassion meets innovation! As a Registered Nurse with us, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patients' lives while enjoying a supportive work environment that fosters professional growth and work-life balance. Ready to be a vital part of our mission? Apply today and bring your passion for nursing to a place where it truly matters! At Abrazo Central Hospital, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match Generous paid time off Career development and continuing education opportunities Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance Note : Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status Job Summary Job Summary Provides professional nursing care within an assigned unit. Coordinates care planning with other disciplines. Position renders individualized, age specific and direct bedside nursing care based on the nursing process and patient needs. Acts as a supervisor by assessing, planning, delegating and utilizing independent judgement in directing other healthcare employees for the provision of patient care. Systematically evaluates the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice to identify patient goals. Participates in hourly rounding. Observes safety guidelines and safe work practices. May at times be asked to be in charge for a shift Responsibilities Assesses patient’s physical, psychosocial, spiritual, educational, cultural, safety/risk and discharge planning needs on admission and on an ongoing basis. Determines nursing diagnosis based upon patient assessment and data analysis. Sets practical, realistic and appropriate patient population specific outcome goals. Utilizes patient and family input when appropriate and guides patient in achieving goals. Individualizes the patient’s plan of care based on patient needs and circumstantial/procedural complexities. Implements nursing and medical orders and assures they are appropriate to the patient’s current status. Other tasks assigned at the hospital Qualifications Special Skills: Effective interpersonal skills and ability to work with team members required. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with occasional periods of above average pressure. Excellent customer service skills. Must have basic computer skills Minimum Requirements: Education: Nursing Degree from an accredited nursing school L&D only: Advanced Fetal Monitoring or must obtain within six months of hire. Updated 12/09/09. Level II EQ Only: A minimum of two years of current Level III NICU experience including neonatal ventilator. License/Certifications: License to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Arizona. CPR. ACLS as applicable by Facility/by Department ER, ICU, Endoscopy, Tele, Cardiac Cath Lab, L&D: ACLS required upon orientation completion. ER: PALS or ENPC required or must obtain within ninety days Post-partum, Nursery, L&D: NRP required upon orientation completion. Bariatrics: Certification or specialized training in bariatrics specialty area of practice. Wound Care: Wound-Ostomy Certification or Training in Wound Care and/or Ostomy Care. Preferred Requirements: BSN 1 year of acute care experience but will consider new graduate. Certification in specialty area of practice preferred License/Certification: PACU: ACLS required or must obtain within six months of hire, PALS preferred. ACLS. #LI-TW2 Organization Description Abrazo Central Campus has provided hospital care in Central Phoenix since 1963. As a 221- bed acute care and teaching hospital, we offer a complete range of healthcare services including emergency care, family medicine, cardiology and more. Join our team! Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. Tenet participates in the E-Verify program. Follow the link below for additional information. E-Verify: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations. 2603008687
Overview Join our dedicated healthcare team where compassion meets innovation! As a Registered Nurse with us, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patients' lives while enjoying a supportive work environment that fosters professional growth and work-life balance. Ready to be a vital part of our mission? Apply today and bring your passion for nursing to a place where it truly matters! At Abrazo Central Hospital, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match Generous paid time off Career development and continuing education opportunities Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance Note : Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status Job Summary Job Summary Provides professional nursing care within an assigned unit. Coordinates care planning with other disciplines. Position renders individualized, age specific and direct bedside nursing care based on the nursing process and patient needs. Acts as a supervisor by assessing, planning, delegating and utilizing independent judgement in directing other healthcare employees for the provision of patient care. Systematically evaluates the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice to identify patient goals. Participates in hourly rounding. Observes safety guidelines and safe work practices. May at times be asked to be in charge for a shift(s). Responsibilities Assesses patient’s physical, psychosocial, spiritual, educational, cultural, safety/risk and discharge planning needs on admission and on an ongoing basis. Determines nursing diagnosis based upon patient assessment and data analysis. Sets practical, realistic and appropriate patient population specific outcome goals. Utilizes patient and family input when appropriate and guides patient in achieving goals. Individualizes the patient’s plan of care based on patient needs and circumstantial/procedural complexities. Implements nursing and medical orders and assures they are appropriate to the patient’s current status. Other tasks assigned at the hospital Qualifications Special Skills: Effective interpersonal skills and ability to work with team members required. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with occasional periods of above average pressure. Excellent customer service skills. Must have basic computer skills Minimum Requirements: Education: Nursing Degree from an accredited nursing school L&D only: Advanced Fetal Monitoring or must obtain within six months of hire. Updated 12/09/09. Level II EQ Only: A minimum of two years of current Level III NICU experience including neonatal ventilator. License/Certifications: License to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Arizona. CPR. ACLS as applicable by Facility/by Department ER, ICU, Endoscopy, Tele, Cardiac Cath Lab, L&D: ACLS required upon orientation completion. ER: PALS or ENPC required or must obtain within ninety days Post-partum, Nursery, L&D: NRP required upon orientation completion. Bariatrics: Certification or specialized training in bariatrics specialty area of practice. Wound Care: Wound-Ostomy Certification or Training in Wound Care and/or Ostomy Care. Preferred Requirements: BSN 1 year of acute care experience but will consider new graduate. Certification in specialty area of practice preferred License/Certification: PACU: ACLS required or must obtain within six months of hire, PALS preferred. ACLS. #LI-TW2 Organization Description Abrazo Central Campus has provided hospital care in Central Phoenix since 1963. As a 221- bed acute care and teaching hospital, we offer a complete range of healthcare services including emergency care, family medicine, cardiology and more. Join our team! Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. Tenet participates in the E-Verify program. Follow the link below for additional information. E-Verify: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations. 2603018299
Overview Join our dedicated healthcare team where compassion meets innovation! As a Registered Nurse with us, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patients' lives while enjoying a supportive work environment that fosters professional growth and work-life balance. Ready to be a vital part of our mission? Apply today and bring your passion for nursing to a place where it truly matters! At Abrazo Arrowhead Campus, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match Generous paid time off Career development and continuing education opportunities Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance Note : Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status Job Summary Job Summary Provides professional nursing care within an assigned unit. Coordinates care planning with other disciplines. Position renders individualized, age specific and direct bedside nursing care based on the nursing process and patient needs. Acts as a supervisor by assessing, planning, delegating and utilizing independent judgement in directing other healthcare employees for the provision of patient care. Systematically evaluates the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice to identify patient goals. Participates in hourly rounding. Observes safety guidelines and safe work practices. May at times be asked to be in charge for a shift(s). Responsibilities Assesses patient’s physical, psychosocial, spiritual, educational, cultural, safety/risk and discharge planning needs on admission and on an ongoing basis. Determines nursing diagnosis based upon patient assessment and data analysis. Sets practical, realistic and appropriate patient population specific outcome goals. Utilizes patient and family input when appropriate and guides patient in achieving goals. Individualizes the patient’s plan of care based on patient needs and circumstantial/procedural complexities. Implements nursing and medical orders and assures they are appropriate to the patient’s current status. Other tasks assigned at the hospital Qualifications Special Skills: Effective interpersonal skills and ability to work with team members required. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with occasional periods of above average pressure. Excellent customer service skills. Must have basic computer skills Minimum Requirements: Education: Nursing Degree from an accredited nursing school L&D only: Advanced Fetal Monitoring or must obtain within six months of hire. Updated 12/09/09. Level II EQ Only: A minimum of two years of current Level III NICU experience including neonatal ventilator. License/Certifications: License to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Arizona. CPR. ACLS as applicable by Facility/by Department ER, ICU, Endoscopy, Tele, Cardiac Cath Lab, L&D: ACLS required upon orientation completion. ER: PALS or ENPC required or must obtain within ninety days Post-partum, Nursery, L&D: NRP required upon orientation completion. Bariatrics: Certification or specialized training in bariatrics specialty area of practice. Wound Care: Wound-Ostomy Certification or Training in Wound Care and/or Ostomy Care. Preferred Requirements: BSN 1 year of acute care experience but will consider new graduate. Certification in specialty area of practice preferred License/Certification: PACU: ACLS required or must obtain within six months of hire, PALS preferred. ACLS. #LI-AL1 Organization Description A 217-bed hospital, Abrazo Arrowhead Campus has been serving the Glendale community since 1988. The hospital is recognized for providing advanced services, including cardiovascular, orthopedic, obstetrics and emergency care. Join our team! Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. Tenet participates in the E-Verify program. Follow the link below for additional information. E-Verify: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations. 2603016423
Overview Join our dedicated healthcare team where compassion meets innovation! As a Registered Nurse with us, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patients' lives while enjoying a supportive work environment that fosters professional growth and work-life balance. Ready to be a vital part of our mission? Apply today and bring your passion for nursing to a place where it truly matters! At Abrazo Arrowhead Campus, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match Generous paid time off Career development and continuing education opportunities Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance Note : Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status Job Summary Job Summary Provides professional nursing care within an assigned unit. Coordinates care planning with other disciplines. Position renders individualized, age specific and direct bedside nursing care based on the nursing process and patient needs. Acts as a supervisor by assessing, planning, delegating and utilizing independent judgement in directing other healthcare employees for the provision of patient care. Systematically evaluates the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice to identify patient goals. Participates in hourly rounding. Observes safety guidelines and safe work practices. May at times be asked to be in charge for a shift(s). Responsibilities Assesses patient’s physical, psychosocial, spiritual, educational, cultural, safety/risk and discharge planning needs on admission and on an ongoing basis. Determines nursing diagnosis based upon patient assessment and data analysis. Sets practical, realistic and appropriate patient population specific outcome goals. Utilizes patient and family input when appropriate and guides patient in achieving goals. Individualizes the patient’s plan of care based on patient needs and circumstantial/procedural complexities. Implements nursing and medical orders and assures they are appropriate to the patient’s current status. Other tasks assigned at the hospital Qualifications Special Skills: Effective interpersonal skills and ability to work with team members required. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with occasional periods of above average pressure. Excellent customer service skills. Must have basic computer skills Minimum Requirements: Education: Nursing Degree from an accredited nursing school L&D only: Advanced Fetal Monitoring or must obtain within six months of hire. Updated 12/09/09. Level II EQ Only: A minimum of two years of current Level III NICU experience including neonatal ventilator. License/Certifications: License to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Arizona. CPR. ACLS as applicable by Facility/by Department ER, ICU, Endoscopy, Tele, Cardiac Cath Lab, L&D: ACLS required upon orientation completion. ER: PALS or ENPC required or must obtain within ninety days Post-partum, Nursery, L&D: NRP required upon orientation completion. Bariatrics: Certification or specialized training in bariatrics specialty area of practice. Wound Care: Wound-Ostomy Certification or Training in Wound Care and/or Ostomy Care. Preferred Requirements: BSN 1 year of acute care experience but will consider new graduate. Certification in specialty area of practice preferred License/Certification: PACU: ACLS required or must obtain within six months of hire, PALS preferred. ACLS. #LI-TW2 Organization Description A 217-bed hospital, Abrazo Arrowhead Campus has been serving the Glendale community since 1988. The hospital is recognized for providing advanced services, including cardiovascular, orthopedic, obstetrics and emergency care. Join our team! Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. Tenet participates in the E-Verify program. Follow the link below for additional information. E-Verify: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations. 2603016868
Overview Are you a results-driven leader ready to make a meaningful impact to patients, caregivers, and your community? At Abrazo Arrowhead Campus hospital, were seeking an innovative and experienced healthcare leader to drive excellence and inspire our team towards exceptional patient outcomes and operational success. At Abrazo Arrowhead Campus, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match Generous paid time off Career development and continuing education opportunities Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance Note : Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status Job Summary Position Summary Why Join Us? • Lead the flagship surgical campus within Abrazo Health and one of Arizona's premier surgical programs. • Oversee a high-volume perioperative platform performing nearly 1,000 surgical and endoscopic procedures monthly. • Partner with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and executive leadership to drive innovation and growth. • Influence the future of advanced surgical care across the West Valley region. • Enjoy a highly visible leadership role with significant impact on clinical, operational, and financial performance. Provide 24/7 strategic, operational, clinical, financial, and regulatory leadership for Perioperative Services. Lead one of the region's largest and most comprehensive surgical departments. Ensure exceptional patient outcomes, operational efficiency, surgeon satisfaction, workforce engagement, and sustainable growth. Serve as a key member of the hospital leadership team, collaborating with physicians, service line leaders, and executive leadership. Drive strategic initiatives focused on growth, capacity management, operating room optimization, and service line expansion. About the Opportunity $20,000 Sign-On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates Abrazo Arrowhead Campus serves as the flagship surgical facility within the Abrazo Health network and a destination center for advanced surgical care. The perioperative program includes: 13 operating rooms and procedural suites. Nearly 1,000 surgical and endoscopic procedures performed each month. Advanced neurosurgery programs. Cardiothoracic surgery services. Orthopedic and joint replacement programs. Robotic-assisted surgery. Bariatric surgery. Urology services. Gynecologic surgery. Oncology and specialty surgical programs. Emerging service line growth opportunities. Responsibilities Key Responsibilities Provide executive leadership for all perioperative operations. Drive operational excellence, patient safety, and quality outcomes. Build and develop high-performing clinical and leadership teams. Foster strong surgeon engagement and physician partnerships. Optimize OR throughput, scheduling, staffing, and resource utilization. Lead financial stewardship, budgeting, and productivity initiatives. Advance strategic growth opportunities across established and emerging service lines. Ensure compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and organizational standards. Support workforce development, employee engagement, and succession planning. Ideal Candidate Transformational and highly visible healthcare leader. Proven success leading large-scale perioperative and surgical services operations. Demonstrated experience improving operational, financial, and quality performance. Strong track record of physician relationship management and surgeon engagement. Strategic mindset with experience driving growth and service line expansion. Passion for developing teams and fostering a culture of accountability and excellence. Why This Role Matters This is more than an operational leadership position. It is an opportunity to lead one of Arizona's most dynamic and sophisticated perioperative programs while shaping the future of surgical care. The Director, Perioperative Services will play a critical role in advancing clinical excellence, supporting growth initiatives, enhancing surgeon partnerships, and delivering exceptional outcomes for patients across the region. Qualifications Special Skills Minimum Requirements Experience: Five years experience in nursing management in a hospital setting with three years supervisory experience required. Education: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, Business Administration, Management or related field, or equivalent minimum experience requirements. Certifications: Current Arizona Registered Nurse License. Preferred Requirements Education: MSN Certifications: For Wound Care - WOCN #LI-ST2 Organization Description A 217-bed hospital, Abrazo Arrowhead Campus has been serving the Glendale community since 1988. The hospital is recognized for providing advanced services, including cardiovascular, orthopedic, obstetrics and emergency care. Join our team! Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. Tenet participates in the E-Verify program. Follow the link below for additional information. E-Verify: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations. 2603015436
Job Summary POSITION SUMMARY The Chief Nursing Officer provides strategic leadership as the senior executive position responsible for all nursing and other designated patient care functions and services within the hospital organization. The role assumes responsibility for assessing, planning, coordinating, implementing and evaluating nursing practice on a facility level. The role assumes 24/7 responsibility and has accountability to ensure high quality, safe and appropriate nursing care, competency of clinical staff, and appropriate resource management related to patient care. The Chief Nursing Officer represents nursing concerns on the governing board and at medical staff leadership meetings. RESPONSIBILITIES FUNCTIONAL EXPECTATIONS & REQUIREMENTS: Retaining great people at the facility Collaborate with human resources and other team members to select, on-board, orient, and provide coaching for direct reports. Evaluate and monitor facility level people pillar statistics, participate on related calls as necessary. Consider and/or implement nurse residency programs to ensure pipeline for facility. Collaborate with team members to formulate programs to enhance work life balance. Partner with related team members to promote a safe work environment that is based on a zero tolerance for sexual harassment, workplace violence and verbal and physical abuse. Collaborate with related team members to promote an effective facility level competency program. Collaborate to promote a robust employee development and education program that responds to the unique needs of employees across the career continuum (novice to expert). Work cohesively with related team members to develop and implement recruitment and retention strategies that ensure a qualified and stable workforce. Participate in workforce planning to ensure an adequate and competent workforce. Support the design of effective and competitive compensation and benefits programs. Communication and Relationship Building Effectively communicate with all internal and external constituents, including staff, colleagues, and physicians. Communicate and administer human resource programs and procedures in accordance with established policies. Manage organizational relationships in a manner which builds mutual trust and respect. Establish trusting and collaborative relationships. Address and manage conflict in a constructive and productive manner. Give timely feedback and reinforce positive behaviors. Leadership Influence Create and communicate a compelling shared vision. Develop effective strategies for addressing organizational priorities. Develop, communicate and monitor performance expectations. Formulate objectives, goals, and specific strategies related to the organization’s mission and vision. Understand effective organizational outcome measures in order to balance cost, quality and service. Measure and analyze performance from the learning and growth, business process, customer, and financial perspectives. Promote a results-oriented environment. Develop succession plan for nursing leadership. Demonstrate effective change management; able to serve as an organizational change agent. Coach and mentor aspiring nurse leaders. Create an environment in which professional and personal growth is an expectation. Articulate the application of ethical principles to operations. Manage organizational and individual performance with appropriate rewards. Represent nursing and patient care issues within the organization’s governance and medical staff structures. Represent nursing and patient care in strategic planning and quality initiatives with the governing body. Educate the organization’s board members and physicians regarding healthcare/value of nursing care. Diversity Create an environment that recognizes and values diversity. Develop processes to incorporate cultural beliefs into care. Design strategies that address the unique needs of a diverse workforce, patient population, and community. Assess the current environment and establish indicators of progress toward cultural competency. Shared decision-making/Shared Leadership Engage staff and others in decision-making. Promote decisions that are patient centered. Provide an environment conducive to opinion-sharing. Promote systems thinking as a value in the nursing organization. Consider the impact of nursing decisions on the health care organization as a whole. Provide leadership in building loyalty and commitment throughout the organization. Synthesize and integrate divergent viewpoints for the good of the organization. Involves employees in decision-making. Attend and participate in regional CNO calls and meetings. Clinical Practice Leadership Understand and articulate patient care standards reflected in federal and state regulation, TJC, the state Nurse Practice Act, and organizational policies and procedures. Maintain knowledge of current nursing practice and roles and functions within nursing and other healthcare disciplines. Maintain current knowledge of patient care delivery systems and innovations. Ensure that nursing practice is consistent with current standards and current evidenced based practice. Ensure that the care delivery model, clinical environment of care and related technology is appropriate to needs of caregivers and patients. Serve as change agent when patient care work/workflow is redesigned. Advocate use of documented best practices. Teach and mentor others to routinely utilize evidenced based data and research. Assure that the clinical perspective is included in organizational decisions. Supports regional senior director and Tenet CNO. Academic Relationships Provide a supportive and stimulating learning environment for nursing students. Participate in the academic community through advisory and collaborative efforts. Ensure that the educational system is aligned with organizational needs. Collaborate with nursing programs to provide required resources; evaluate graduates. Collaborate with academia in nursing research and incorporate nursing research into practice. Resource Management Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of organizational revenue, expense performance and capital planning Manage fiscal, human and material resources in a cost-effective manner. Design and maintain effective systems for resource management in nursing Manage patient care processes such as care management/length of stay to ensure optimal revenue Utilize effective performance management in managing key areas of responsibility Quality, Patient Safety and Risk Management Contribute to the development and implementation of the organization’s performance improvement program. Support the development and implementation of an organization-wide patient safety program. Monitor and evaluate quality through public reported measure (i.e., core measures, nurse sensitive patient outcomes, infection control, etc) in collaboration with the facility DCQI and ICP, as well as national resources. Actively participate in facility clinical close calls. Define quality metrics by identifying the problem/process, measuring success at improving specific areas of patient care, analyzing the root causes or variation from quality standards, improving the process with the evidence, controlling solutions and sustaining success. Interpret information from research. Participate in studies that provide outcome measurements. Utilize research findings for the establishment of standards, practices, and patient care models in the organization. Disseminate research findings to patient care team members. Support the development of a facility-wide patient safety program. Support a non-punitive environment and a reward system for reporting unsafe practices. Design safe clinical systems, processes, policies and procedures. Allocate nursing resources based on measurement of patient acuity/care needed. Ensure staff is clinically competent and trained on their role in patient safety, performance improvement, and risk management. Support a safe culture that assures accountability and respects values and individual contributions. Incorporate safety as a design element as appropriate. Collaborate with RM to monitor and follow up on clinical risk trends. Identify, mitigate and take action to correct areas of risk/liability in patient care. Facilitate facility level annual pressure ulcer prevalence and incidence study results with corrective action. Collaborate with related team members to monitor and evaluate a Culture of Safety through active coaching of direct reports to ensure that the culture of safety is cultivated at the facility. Support the annual AHRQ Patient Safety Survey and follows up with corrective actions. Information management and technology Supports and embraces role in the adoption of EMR within facility. Demonstrates basic competency in technology applications related to business and clinical functions. Recognizes the relevance of nursing data for improving practice. Utilizes facility database management, decision support, and expert system programs to access information and analyze data from disparate sources for use in planning for patient care processes and systems. Participates in system change processes and utility analysis. Evaluates and revises patient care processes and systems. Participates in the evaluation of information systems in practice settings. Uses computerized management systems to record administrative data (billing data, quality assurance data, workload data, etc.). Uses applications for structured data entry (classification systems, acuity level, etc.). Recognizes the utility of nursing involvement in the planning, design, choice and implementation of information systems in the practice environment. Demonstrates awareness of societal and technological trends, issues and new developments as they apply to nursing. Demonstrates proficient awareness of legal and ethical issues related to client data, information, and confidentiality. Reads and interprets benchmarking, financial and occupancy data. Service Monitor and evaluate service indicators in collaboration with related team members at the facility level. Facilitate education of employees related to service. Actively facilitate Physician satisfaction survey, monitors results and collaborates with facility team members to develop and implement action plans. Monitor and evaluate results of annual Employee Satisfaction Survey and collaborate with related team members to develop and implement action plans. Professional Role Model Advocate for nursing. Assume personal and professional accountability. Follow through on commitments. Integrate high ethical standards and core values into everyday work activities. Maintain a professional network of colleagues. Contribute to the profession of nursing through professional organizations, publication, and other professional endeavors. Participate in the legislative process and health policy issues that impact nursing and health care delivery. ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP - EXPECTATIONS & REQUIREMENTS: As a leader in healthcare, Tenet is committed to providing the best possible care to every patient, with a clear focus on quality and service. Strong leadership is essential to delivering on this commitment, and we believe that the quality of our leaders can give us a significant long-term competitive advantage. We want to ensure every current and future leader in Tenet is successful, and we support that through our selection and hiring process and by providing coaching and training to our leaders. In this regard, we have identified core competencies that will enable a leader to succeed at Tenet, and have defined them within the following five areas critical to performance: Use Astute Judgment Promotes decisions that are patient-centered (e.g., plans to reduce noise in patient areas at night). Promotes “systems thinking” as a value in the nursing organization. Synthesizes and integrates divergent viewpoints for the good of the organization (e.g., implements shared governance councils). Considers impact of nursing decisions on the healthcare organization as a whole (e.g., reduces falls, pressure ulcers, and other nurse sensitive patient outcomes). Provides leadership in building loyalty and commitment throughout the organization (e.g., builds career development path for high performing staff). Assures that the clinical perspective is included in organizational decisions (e.g., leads work that results in successful JC accreditation). Shape Strategy Formulates objectives, goals, and specific strategies related to the organization’s mission and vision (e.g., participates in preparing the budget with cost improvements in nursing departments). Promotes a results-oriented environment (e.g., cascades and measures BSC, CQ BSC, and CNO BSC targets). Represents nursing/patient care issues within the organization’s governance and medical staff structures (e.g., actively participates in governing board by presenting a monthly nursing report). Represents nursing/patient care in strategic planning and quality initiatives with the governing body (e.g., presents new ideas and external and internal benchmarks at board meetings). Monitors and evaluates quality through public reported measure (e.g., core measures, nurse sensitive patient outcomes, infection control, VBP risk protection, etc.) in collaboration with the facility DCQI and ICP, as well as national resources. Supports the development of a facility wide patient safety program (e.g. zero never events; reduced falls with injury, reduced facility acquired pressure ulcers, etc.; meets targets on CNO BSC). Designs safe clinical systems, processes, policies and procedures. Apply Financial Insights Allocates nursing resources based on measurement of patient acuity/care needed (e.g., meets JC conditions of participation for nursing services). Demonstrates sense of urgency in management of labor expense (e.g., meets targets for SWB). Ensure Collaboration Effectively communicates with all internal and external constituents, including staff, colleagues, and physicians (e.g., holds weekly staff meetings with Department Directors, routinely rounds with physicians). Builds “privileged relationships” with key internal stakeholders (e.g., CEO, RSVP, etc.) and manages organizational relationships in a manner which builds mutual trust and respect. Addresses and manages conflict in a constructive and productive manner (e.g., immediately addresses a conflict situation between a nurse and physician to a positive outcome). Actively networks and creates peer relationships with other internal and external nursing leaders (e.g., leadership role in industry organizations, actively mentors, etc.). Drive Organizational Success Understands and articulates patient care standards reflected in federal and state regulation, TJC, the state Nurse Practice Act, and organizational policies and procedures. Ensures that the care delivery model, clinical environment of care and related technology is appropriate to needs of caregivers and patients. Supports and embraces role in the adoption of EMR within facility and successfully implements within SWB budget. Recognizes the utility of nursing involvement in the planning, design, choice and implementation of information systems in the practice environment. Monitors and evaluates service indicators (Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Reports) and implements action plans in collaboration with related team members at the facility level (e.g., action to implement formal discharge calls). Actively facilitates Physician satisfaction survey, monitors result and collaborates with facility team members to develop and implement action plans (e.g., action to improve communication with physicians). Monitors and evaluates results of annual Employee Satisfaction Survey and collaborates with related team members to develop and implement action plans (e.g., action to increase recognition). Develop Organizational Talent Participates in workforce planning to ensure an adequate and competent workforce. Recruitment and retention strategies, employee development/education program (e.g., meets targets for People pillar for nursing including turnover,
