Quality Nurse Program Manager

Responsible for managing and coordinating specific clinical programs or services. This position involves overseeing nursing staff, implementing program initiatives, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient care in alignment with organizational goals. Does this position require Patient Care? Yes Essential Functions -Lead the development and implementation of clinical programs or services, ensuring alignment with the hospital's mission and strategic objectives. -Provide clinical leadership and supervision to nursing staff within the program. -Ensure adherence to clinical protocols, standards, and regulatory requirements. -Supervise and mentor nursing staff assigned to the program. -Implement and monitor quality improvement initiatives related to the program, analyzing performance metrics and driving continuous improvement. -Collaborate with healthcare professionals from various disciplines, including physicians, social workers, and therapists, to provide comprehensive care within the program. -Collect and analyze relevant data related to program outcomes and performance. -Prepare regular reports for leadership, highlighting achievements, challenges, and areas for improvement.

Education
Bachelor's Degree Nursing required and Master's Degree Nursing preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No

Licenses and Credentials
Registered Nurse [RN - State License] - Generic - HR Only required

Experience
Clinical experience with a background in program management 5-7 years required and Leadership and management experience 3-5 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong leadership and managerial skills with a focus on achieving positive patient outcomes.
- Knowledge of healthcare regulations, accreditation standards, and evidence-based clinical practices.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams.
- Commitment to continuous quality improvement and patient safety.
- Familiarity with budget management and financial principles in healthcare.

The Clinical Nurse Program Manager (CNPM)is focused on the overall nursing quality strategy to impact MGB quality goals guided by the high reliability framework. CNPM is able to articulate the concepts of a high reliability organization (HRO) and participate in all aspects of the HRO culture, including collaborating with local and MGB team members. Promotes evidenced-based practice, advances a nursing culture of safety and fosters a psychologically safe environment. Identifies and works to mitigate risks. Embedded in clinical areas, the CNPM will audit and monitor practices, process measures, & provide feedback for accountability, to improve quality patient outcomes.

Newton-Wellesley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.