Clinical Director

The RN Clinical DirectorThe RN Clinical Director is responsible for setting strategies and the future direction of nursing services in partnership with the physician medical director at ThedaCare. Is responsible for nursing care delivered including financial management and oversight, clinical quality, engagement, nursing research, workforce management, and professional practice. Provides leadership and creates a culture that supports the delivery of patient-centered, specialized, evidence-based nursing care across the continuum through an inter-professional approach to treatment, research, education, and advocacy. Is accountable for the delivery of compassionate and safe care within the scope of practice as defined by the Wisconsin Board of Nursing and ThedaCare policy. Is responsible for patient outcomes that meet high quality care standards through collaborative practice with members of the care team.In this role... You will oversee nursing operations for New London and Waupaca critical access hospitals.ThedaCare Medical Center–New London is a 25-bed Critical Access Hospital serving patients in New London and the surrounding communities of Outagamie and Waupaca counties. The hospital provides high-quality, community-based care with access to specialists and resources across the larger network. The hospital also has the Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval and Press Ganey Commitment to Excellence Award.ThedaCare Medical Center–Waupaca is a 25-bed Critical Access Hospital located in Waupaca, Wisconsin, serving residents throughout Waupaca County and the surrounding communities. The hospital combines personalized, community-based care with access to advanced specialists and services across the regional network. The hospital has been serving the community since 1954 and has earned national recognition as one of the nation's Top 100 Critical Access Hospitals.Key responsibilities include:Strategic planning, program development, labor management, and overall operational administration of the department.Effectively directing team members in a manner consistent with ThedaCare policies and values. Ensuring the recruitment and retention of competent team members to meet the needs of the business operations of the department.Overseeing and ensuring accuracy of time and attendance and payroll practices.In collaboration with the chief nursing executive, participating in the development, implementation, and monitoring of the nursing strategic plan and other business plans that impact professional nursing practice. Participating with the physician medical director in establishing vision and strategic direction. Supporting and establishing goals that connect the vision back to the hospital and primary care, and effectively translating strategy into a clear vision.Developing an environment that is supportive of shared decision making, shared governance, and an engaged workforce, and demonstrating personal and professional accountability in the development of high functioning teams.Supporting research and innovation to promote the advancement of the nursing profession. Using evidence-based data to influence safety innovations and improve quality outcomes.Maintaining a communication system that interfaces with the medical staff and other leaders and departments to ensure quality patient care. Impacting change through credible influence and negotiation with other senior leaders.Anticipating challenges or barriers, proactively seeking solutions, and acting promptly and decisively to transform ideas into improved outcomes and sustainable results. Leading and managing change at ThedaCare, measuring the impact of changes to help quantify the effect of improvement, and developing new tools to assist in performance monitoring.Leading and supporting ongoing activities that promote safe practices, safe environments, and best outcomes. Developing quality improvement processes that include goals and defined performance measurements, monitoring division performance against the appropriate national benchmark, and promoting patient-centered care.Managing financial and budgetary performance, including explanation and justification of actual vs. budget variations of core cost centers. Directing the preparation of the annual operating and capital budget for the areas of responsibility.Ensuring compliance with regulatory agencies and influencing policy, procedures, and protocols that support top decile clinical performance in partnership with physician medical director, and providing advice and counsel for policies affecting other departments.Implementing strategies to promote the professional development of team members and enhancing the delivery of clinical care and the professional growth of team members. Coaching and mentoring others.Coordinating activities and ensuring continual compliance with regulatory standards (i.e., The Joint Commission and CMS).Demonstrating, anticipating, and proactively managing risks to prevent crises.Qualifications:Bachelor of science degree in nursingEight years of progressive responsibility in a leadership positionFive years of leadership experience to include leading teams and/or projectsCurrent Wisconsin RN LicensureAmerican Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS)Physical demands:Ability to move freely (standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing, and pulling) and lift up to a maximum of twenty-five (25) pounds without assistanceJob classification is not exposed to blood borne pathogens (blood or bodily fluids) while performing job dutiesWork environment:Ability to move throughout hospital departments and floors on a daily basisFrequent exposure to sharp objects and instrumentsOccasional exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shockOccasional high noise level in work environmentPossible exposure to communicable diseases, hazardous materials, and pharmacological agentsStanding and/or walking for extended periods of timeTransporting, transferring, positioning patients and/or equipment from one location to another; little likelihood for injury if proper body mechanics and procedures are followedOccasional contact with aggressive and combative patientsPosition requires compliance with department specific competencies.Scheduled weekly hours: 40Scheduled FTE: 1Location: ThedaCare Medical Center - Waupaca - Waupaca, WisconsinOvertime exempt: YesWorker shift details: Days