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Nursing Associate Dean, Academic Affairs

77246 Houston, Texas Adtalem Global Education

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Chamberlain University has a 130-year history and the mission to educate, empower, and embolden diverse healthcare professionals who advance the health of people, families, communities, and nations. Our regionally accredited University is comprised of the College of Nursing and the College of Health Professions. Our College of Nursing offers a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree program at 23 locations and online post-licensure degree programs and certificates including RN to BSN, RN to MSN, a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with six Specialty Tracks, and a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP). Our College of Health Professions offers online options with a Master of Public Health degree, Master of Physician Assistant Studies, Public Health Certificate programs, and a Master of Social Work degree. Learn more about Chamberlain University, part of Adtalem Global Education, at .

There is one very significant way Chamberlain is different than other Universities - Chamberlain Care®. Healthcare education is offered in a culture of service excellence and care in four ways: care for self, care for colleagues, care for patients/clients, care for all. By living Chamberlain Care®, we’ve built a culture in which colleagues and students thrive and we graduate extraordinary healthcare professionals who transform the health of people worldwide.

Chamberlain Care® is the guiding principle we provide to each other and to our students to help our students achieve their goals, reach their dreams and impact healthcare at a national level.
If you're ready to live Chamberlain Care®, we invite you to apply today!

 

Job Description

The Associate Dean, Academic Affairs, provides leadership for all campus level faculty to ensure curricula are current and consistently delivered in an environment and manner that achieves superior student outcomes while ensuring the concept of Chamberlain Care™. Chamberlain College of Nursing is committed to providing quality and accessible nursing education. Most nursing schools incorporate tools for building nurse-patient relationships into their curricula, but Chamberlain has gone a step further and made care of students a part of the educational culture. Chamberlain believes that extraordinary care of nursing students is more likely to lead to extraordinary patient and family care.

If you share in this belief and model behaviors of care, respect and professionalism, creating a culture that fosters collaboration, cooperation and respect among all, the position of Associate Dean, Academic Affairs, with our Houston, TX  campus might be right for you.

  • Participate in the recruitment, selection and on-boarding of qualified faculty and staff and monitor and evaluate their ongoing performance.
  • Ensure learning experiences align with the BSN curriculum and collaborate with national team to support implementation.
  • Collaborate with national academic committees to ensure that appropriate goals and projects are implemented.
  • Create plans for student success in all learning areas, including student retention, graduation rates and NCLEX pass rates.
  • Focus on student satisfaction and work collaboratively with the local and national partners to achieve superior student outcomes.
  • Ensure that course resources and course assessment data are evaluated each session and provide recommendations to improve campus student success plans.
  • Support faculty with timely and effective implementation of changes that address evolving needs of students and ensure delivery of course and/or program outcomes.
  • Ensure faculty are oriented and accountable to teaching and learning best practices through regular evaluation/feedback.
  • Serve as a faculty and staff mentor in areas of academic excellence, customer service, collaboration with local and national partners, communication and professionalism.
  • Create and monitor a well-defined process for campus faculty participation expectations in national course advisory councils, ensuring that the faculty are providing feedback and making curriculum delivery decisions.
  • Solicit recommendations from faculty and staff for academic budget. Collaborate with campus leadership and national partners to prepare capital requests for learning areas as necessary.
  • Support faculty and clinical coordination teams for clinical placement of nursing students to meet program objectives.
  • Ensure regular meetings of the faculty and comprehensive academic team to facilitate communication and faculty participation in planning, implementing and evaluating the curriculum.
  • Assign faculty and academic team workloads.
  • Support national academic team in consistent execution of core CAS programs and developing local programing (when necessary) to support student success.
  • Collaborate with national library staff for management of local holdings.
  • Monitor and analyze student academic success data to identify recommendations to improve delivery of curriculum and engage student success interventions.
  • Teach up to three courses per year.
  • Complete other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in nursing required. Doctorate degree in nursing or credit toward doctorate degree preferred.
  • Unencumbered Professional nursing license.
  • Minimum of two years’ experience in nursing education at the Bachelor level or above.
  • Development/participation in simulation/clinical experiences.
  • Three to five years in acute patient care/trauma/emergency and/or medical-surgical environments considered a plus.
  • Above average competency in Microsoft Suite of products.
  • Previous leadership experience with the ability to lead, direct and advise faculty.
  • Strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Strong customer service orientation with the ability to interact with all levels: students, faculty and staff.

Additional Information

In support of the pay transparency laws enacted across the country, the expected salary range for this position is between $70,696.34 and $127,957.05. Actual pay will be adjusted based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as experience and training; geographic location; licensure and certifications; market factors; departmental budgets; and responsibility. Our Talent Acquisition Team will be happy to answer any questions you may have, and we look forward to learning more about your salary requirements. The position qualifies for the below benefits.
 

Adtalem offers a robust suite of benefits including:

  • Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
  • 401k Retirement Program + 6% employer match
  • Participation in Adtalem’s Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy
  • 12 Paid Holidays

For more information related to our benefits please visit:

You are also eligible to participate in an annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.

Equal Opportunity – Minority / Female / Disability / V / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation

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Manager of Nursing (RN) Operating Room Services (Orthopedics) FT Days

77030 Houston, Texas Houston Methodist Hospital

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At Houston Methodist, the Manager Nursing position is responsible for 24-hour comprehensive operational responsibility for the delivery and quality of patient care provided in the designated areas(s) of responsibility. This registered nurse position fosters interdepartmental/interprofessional collaboration. The Manager, Nursing position participates in committees, representing unit and Nursing in a positive manner. The position assists with developing and implementing performance initiatives, ensuring optimal patient safety, outcomes and customer satisfaction. This position demonstrates leadership qualities and critical thinking through self-direction, initiative, effective interpersonal skills and oral/written communication skills.

The manager position responsibilities include managing the daily work activities of the work unit/department staff, ensuring quality, productivity, functional excellence and efficiency while assisting management in accomplishing strategic and operational objectives. In addition, this position provides guidance to staff and is responsible for staffing, budget compliance, contributing to staffing decisions such as hiring and terminating employment, coaching and counseling employees on work related performance, and assisting in the development and implementation of policies and procedures to ensure a safe and effective work environment. This position also implements training, monitoring and operations initiatives that secure compliance with ethical and legal business practices and accreditation/regulatory/government regulations.

PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Performs management responsibilities of selection, scheduling, supervision, retention, and evaluation of employees in the department. Provides development and mentoring of staff. Meets or exceeds threshold goal for department turnover. Develops direct reports to perform these same functions.
  • Provides fair and consistent leadership and communication to maintain a competent and engaged employee group by conducting regular department meetings to review policies and procedures and operational matters, rounding on all employees, completing performance appraisals, conducting new hire feedback sessions, coaching/corrective counseling, and providing recognition/commendations to achieve desired outcomes. Provides timely guidance and feedback to help others strengthen specific knowledge/skill areas needed to accomplish a task or solve a problem.
  • Facilitates and promotes effective team dynamics and teambuilding strategies within and between departments; participates and/or leads and facilitates department process improvements as needed.
  • Meets or exceeds threshold goal for department and/or system metrics on employee engagement indicators: action readiness score, tier level.
  • Establishes effective, two-way communication with staff, demonstrating active listening, requesting and acknowledging feedback, making equitable decisions, providing rationale when appropriate, and supporting organizational goals. Coaches staff to use efficient and effective communication to establish and maintain a team environment, and to include the patient and family as a part of the team regarding their plan of care. Assists staff with stress management practices.

SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Plans and organizes day-to-day department operations, schedule and activities. Sets priorities and functional standards, giving direction to staff as necessary to ensure the best possible delivery of service and high customer/patient satisfaction.
  • Drives department service standards and activities to impact department and/or system score for patient/customer-based satisfaction, through role modeling and fostering accountability. Serves and actively participates on various entity committees as a voice for the department.
  • Serves as role model to staff, reinforcing principles of service orientation and ensuring that the focus is always on improving patient care and/or services, effectively resolve concerns, complaints or conflict with patients, families, physicians and other interprofessional health care team members, taking appropriate action and channeling concerns according to appropriate procedures.
  • Maintains ongoing interactions with patients, families, physicians, and staff on how to improve patient care and service provided.

QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Ensures a safe and effective working environment; monitors and/or revises the department safety plan and/or any specific accreditation/regulatory required safety guidelines, including infection control principles. Monitors and confirms staff maintain their required credentials that demonstrate competency per accrediting agency or department guidelines as applicable.
  • Uses and optimizes information systems to enhance operations; supports entity-specific performance improvement and data management/analysis functions.
  • Employs a proactive approach in the optimization of safe outcomes by monitoring and improving the department workflow, using peer-to-peer accountability, reporting near misses and/or adverse events immediately and identifying solutions via collaboration. Adopts lean principles in driving process improvements. Role models situational awareness, using teachable moments to improve safety.
  • Monitors self and employee compliance with policies, procedures, and System HR Standards of Practice and performs associated actions upon non-compliance (i.e., focal point review requirements, disaster plan, in-services, influenza immunization, wage and hour, standard hours, timely termination submission, timely timecard approval, etc.).
  • Prepares measurable goals and objectives that are consistent with Houston Methodist priorities, and develops action plans for achieving goals, incorporating collaborative efforts when appropriate.

FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Assists in the development of department budget and ensures that the department operates in a cost-effective manner. Manages/audits department expenses within approved budget parameters, ensuring that the department meets the budgeted/flex revenue and/or expense targets on a monthly and annual basis. Develops staffing plans and schedules to meet department/patient care needs that reflect understanding of the importance of cost-effectiveness.
  • Implements department strategies to achieve financial target and staffing needs, developing others to do the same, through optimizing productivity, supply/resource efficiency, minimizing incidental overtime and overtime percentage, and other areas according to department specifications.
  • Plans coverage of unit to maximize presence of management and staff. Develops staffing plans and schedules to meet department/patient care needs that reflect understanding of the importance of cost-effectiveness.

GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Identifies and implements innovative solutions for practice or workflow changes to improve department operations or other department-specific measures by leading unit projects and/or other department/system directed shared governance activities. Supports change initiatives, maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment; adjusts effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements or cultures.
  • Proactively evaluates processes; recommends and implements action plan(s) for change; follows through to ensure effective, sustainable change. Participates in the development and implementation of new procedures and the review and revision of existing procedures.
  • Identifies opportunities and takes action to build strategic relationships between one's area and other areas, teams, departments, and units to achieve business goals.
  • Seeks opportunities to identify developmental needs of self and staff and takes appropriate action. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Completes and updates the individual development plan (IDP) on an ongoing basis. Conducts conversations with staff on their development and IDP.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

EDUCATION

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Nursing

WORK EXPERIENCE
  • Three years' experience in nursing, one year in a progressive leadership role in healthcare; for HM internal, two years' experience in nursing which includes HM performance that demonstrates leadership abilities, i.e. charge nurse responsibilities

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED
  • Health ServicesRN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure within 60 days OR
  • Health ServicesRN-Temp - Registered Nurse - Temporary State Licensure within 60 days AND
  • BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA) AND
  • Health ServicesMagnet - ANCC Recognized Certification within 1 year OR
  • If at HMH, must have an ANCC-recognized leadership certification within 1 year AND
  • Other credentials and certifications as defined by unit/service line
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
  • Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
  • Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
  • Ability to effectively communicate through a variety of channels with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles; engages the recipient(s) and helps them understand and retain the message
  • Demonstrates the ability to interact with others in a way that gives them confidence in one's intentions and those of the organization
  • Ability to use appropriate interpersonal styles and techniques to gain acceptance of ideas or plans; modifying one's own behavior to accommodate tasks, situations and individuals involved
  • Demonstrates leadership qualities and critical thinking through self-direction initiative and effective interpersonal skills and oral/written communication skills
  • Ability to identify and understand issues, problems and opportunities, comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints and probable consequences
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast paced environment
  • Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in the workplace
  • Demonstrates problem solving skills to include investigation, identification of cause(s) and development of corrective action

SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ATTIRE

  • Uniform No
  • Scrubs Yes
  • Business professional Yes
  • Other (department approved) No

ON-CALL*
*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.

  • On Call* Yes

TRAVEL**
**Travel specifications may vary by department**

  • May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
  • May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No

Company Profile:

Houston Methodist Hospital is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the No. 1 hospital in Texas and one of America’s “Best Hospitals.” As a full-service, acute-care hospital located in the Texas Medical Center and the flagship hospital of Houston Methodist, it has evolved into one of the nation’s largest nonprofit teaching hospitals and a leader in innovative medical research with a comprehensive residency program. Two of Houston Methodist’s primary academic affiliates are among the nation’s leading health care organizations: Weill Cornell Medicine and New York-Presbyterian Hospital. Houston Methodist also has affiliations with Texas A&M University and the University of Houston. With 948 operating beds, 85 operating rooms and more than 8,400 employees, Houston Methodist Hospital offers unparalleled care for thousands of patients from around the world.

Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Nursing Associate Dean, Academic Affairs

77246 Houston, Texas Adtalem Global Education

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Chamberlain University has a 130-year history and the mission to educate, empower, and embolden diverse healthcare professionals who advance the health of people, families, communities, and nations. Our regionally accredited University is comprised of the College of Nursing and the College of Health Professions. Our College of Nursing offers a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree program at 23 locations and online post-licensure degree programs and certificates including RN to BSN, RN to MSN, a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with six Specialty Tracks, and a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP). Our College of Health Professions offers online options with a Master of Public Health degree, Master of Physician Assistant Studies, Public Health Certificate programs, and a Master of Social Work degree. Learn more about Chamberlain University, part of Adtalem Global Education, at .

There is one very significant way Chamberlain is different than other Universities - Chamberlain Care®. Healthcare education is offered in a culture of service excellence and care in four ways: care for self, care for colleagues, care for patients/clients, care for all. By living Chamberlain Care®, we’ve built a culture in which colleagues and students thrive and we graduate extraordinary healthcare professionals who transform the health of people worldwide.

Chamberlain Care® is the guiding principle we provide to each other and to our students to help our students achieve their goals, reach their dreams and impact healthcare at a national level.
If you're ready to live Chamberlain Care®, we invite you to apply today!

 

Job Description

The Associate Dean, Academic Affairs, provides leadership for all campus level faculty to ensure curricula are current and consistently delivered in an environment and manner that achieves superior student outcomes while ensuring the concept of Chamberlain Care™. Chamberlain College of Nursing is committed to providing quality and accessible nursing education. Most nursing schools incorporate tools for building nurse-patient relationships into their curricula, but Chamberlain has gone a step further and made care of students a part of the educational culture. Chamberlain believes that extraordinary care of nursing students is more likely to lead to extraordinary patient and family care.

If you share in this belief and model behaviors of care, respect and professionalism, creating a culture that fosters collaboration, cooperation and respect among all, the position of Associate Dean, Academic Affairs, with our Houston, TX  campus might be right for you.

  • Participate in the recruitment, selection and on-boarding of qualified faculty and staff and monitor and evaluate their ongoing performance.
  • Ensure learning experiences align with the BSN curriculum and collaborate with national team to support implementation.
  • Collaborate with national academic committees to ensure that appropriate goals and projects are implemented.
  • Create plans for student success in all learning areas, including student retention, graduation rates and NCLEX pass rates.
  • Focus on student satisfaction and work collaboratively with the local and national partners to achieve superior student outcomes.
  • Ensure that course resources and course assessment data are evaluated each session and provide recommendations to improve campus student success plans.
  • Support faculty with timely and effective implementation of changes that address evolving needs of students and ensure delivery of course and/or program outcomes.
  • Ensure faculty are oriented and accountable to teaching and learning best practices through regular evaluation/feedback.
  • Serve as a faculty and staff mentor in areas of academic excellence, customer service, collaboration with local and national partners, communication and professionalism.
  • Create and monitor a well-defined process for campus faculty participation expectations in national course advisory councils, ensuring that the faculty are providing feedback and making curriculum delivery decisions.
  • Solicit recommendations from faculty and staff for academic budget. Collaborate with campus leadership and national partners to prepare capital requests for learning areas as necessary.
  • Support faculty and clinical coordination teams for clinical placement of nursing students to meet program objectives.
  • Ensure regular meetings of the faculty and comprehensive academic team to facilitate communication and faculty participation in planning, implementing and evaluating the curriculum.
  • Assign faculty and academic team workloads.
  • Support national academic team in consistent execution of core CAS programs and developing local programing (when necessary) to support student success.
  • Collaborate with national library staff for management of local holdings.
  • Monitor and analyze student academic success data to identify recommendations to improve delivery of curriculum and engage student success interventions.
  • Teach up to three courses per year.
  • Complete other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in nursing required. Doctorate degree in nursing or credit toward doctorate degree preferred.
  • Unencumbered Professional nursing license.
  • Minimum of two years’ experience in nursing education at the Bachelor level or above.
  • Development/participation in simulation/clinical experiences.
  • Three to five years in acute patient care/trauma/emergency and/or medical-surgical environments considered a plus.
  • Above average competency in Microsoft Suite of products.
  • Previous leadership experience with the ability to lead, direct and advise faculty.
  • Strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Strong customer service orientation with the ability to interact with all levels: students, faculty and staff.

Additional Information

In support of the pay transparency laws enacted across the country, the expected salary range for this position is between $70,696.34 and $127,957.05. Actual pay will be adjusted based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as experience and training; geographic location; licensure and certifications; market factors; departmental budgets; and responsibility. Our Talent Acquisition Team will be happy to answer any questions you may have, and we look forward to learning more about your salary requirements. The position qualifies for the below benefits.
 

Adtalem offers a robust suite of benefits including:

  • Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
  • 401k Retirement Program + 6% employer match
  • Participation in Adtalem’s Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy
  • 12 Paid Holidays

For more information related to our benefits please visit:

You are also eligible to participate in an annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.

Equal Opportunity – Minority / Female / Disability / V / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation

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Permanent Nursing-RN, NICU

77054 Houston, Texas StaffDNA

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)

Join our dedicated team as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), where you will provide specialized care to critically ill newborns requiring intensive medical attention and monitoring.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Assess and monitor newborns' vital signs, respiratory status, and overall condition continuously.
  • Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by neonatologists and pediatricians.
  • Operate advanced medical equipment such as incubators, ventilators, and phototherapy units.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for neonates.
  • Educate parents and families on newborn care, feeding techniques, and discharge planning.
  • Maintain accurate documentation of patient care activities in medical records.
Work Environment:
  • This role is based in hospital NICUs, providing critical care to premature or medically fragile newborns.
  • The position requires strong clinical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to respond calmly under pressure.
Benefits:
  • A competitive salary with opportunities for professional growth within neonatal nursing specialties.
  • A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
  • Support for continuing education programs to maintain licensure and enhance neonatal nursing expertise.
Equal Opportunity Employer:

Your commitment to caring for our smallest patients is highly valued. We foster an inclusive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally while delivering exceptional neonatal care.

*This information is based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Actual job responsibilities may vary by location.*

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Manager, Nursing - Cardiac Cath Lab

77070 Houston, Texas Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital

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At Houston Methodist, the Manager Nursing position is responsible for 24-hour comprehensive operational responsibility for the delivery and quality of patient care provided in the designated areas(s) of responsibility. This registered nurse position fosters interdepartmental/interprofessional collaboration. The Manager, Nursing position participates in committees, representing unit and Nursing in a positive manner. The position assists with developing and implementing performance initiatives, ensuring optimal patient safety, outcomes and customer satisfaction. This position demonstrates leadership qualities and critical thinking through self-direction, initiative, effective interpersonal skills and oral/written communication skills.

The manager position responsibilities include managing the daily work activities of the work unit/department staff, ensuring quality, productivity, functional excellence and efficiency while assisting management in accomplishing strategic and operational objectives. In addition, this position provides guidance to staff and is responsible for staffing, budget compliance, contributing to staffing decisions such as hiring and terminating employment, coaching and counseling employees on work related performance, and assisting in the development and implementation of policies and procedures to ensure a safe and effective work environment. This position also implements training, monitoring and operations initiatives that secure compliance with ethical and legal business practices and accreditation/regulatory/government regulations.

PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Performs management responsibilities of selection, scheduling, supervision, retention, and evaluation of employees in the department. Provides development and mentoring of staff. Meets or exceeds threshold goal for department turnover. Develops direct reports to perform these same functions.
  • Provides fair and consistent leadership and communication to maintain a competent and engaged employee group by conducting regular department meetings to review policies and procedures and operational matters, rounding on all employees, completing performance appraisals, conducting new hire feedback sessions, coaching/corrective counseling, and providing recognition/commendations to achieve desired outcomes. Provides timely guidance and feedback to help others strengthen specific knowledge/skill areas needed to accomplish a task or solve a problem.
  • Facilitates and promotes effective team dynamics and teambuilding strategies within and between departments; participates and/or leads and facilitates department process improvements as needed.
  • Meets or exceeds threshold goal for department and/or system metrics on employee engagement indicators: action readiness score, tier level.
  • Establishes effective, two-way communication with staff, demonstrating active listening, requesting and acknowledging feedback, making equitable decisions, providing rationale when appropriate, and supporting organizational goals. Coaches staff to use efficient and effective communication to establish and maintain a team environment, and to include the patient and family as a part of the team regarding their plan of care. Assists staff with stress management practices.


SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Plans and organizes day-to-day department operations, schedule and activities. Sets priorities and functional standards, giving direction to staff as necessary to ensure the best possible delivery of service and high customer/patient satisfaction.
  • Drives department service standards and activities to impact department and/or system score for patient/customer-based satisfaction, through role modeling and fostering accountability. Serves and actively participates on various entity committees as a voice for the department.
  • Serves as role model to staff, reinforcing principles of service orientation and ensuring that the focus is always on improving patient care and/or services, effectively resolve concerns, complaints or conflict with patients, families, physicians and other interprofessional health care team members, taking appropriate action and channeling concerns according to appropriate procedures.
  • Maintains ongoing interactions with patients, families, physicians, and staff on how to improve patient care and service provided.


QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Ensures a safe and effective working environment; monitors and/or revises the department safety plan and/or any specific accreditation/regulatory required safety guidelines, including infection control principles. Monitors and confirms staff maintain their required credentials that demonstrate competency per accrediting agency or department guidelines as applicable.
  • Uses and optimizes information systems to enhance operations; supports entity-specific performance improvement and data management/analysis functions.
  • Employs a proactive approach in the optimization of safe outcomes by monitoring and improving the department workflow, using peer-to-peer accountability, reporting near misses and/or adverse events immediately and identifying solutions via collaboration. Adopts lean principles in driving process improvements. Role models situational awareness, using teachable moments to improve safety.
  • Monitors self and employee compliance with policies, procedures, and System HR Standards of Practice and performs associated actions upon non-compliance (i.e., focal point review requirements, disaster plan, in-services, influenza immunization, wage and hour, standard hours, timely termination submission, timely timecard approval, etc.).
  • Prepares measurable goals and objectives that are consistent with Houston Methodist priorities, and develops action plans for achieving goals, incorporating collaborative efforts when appropriate.


FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Assists in the development of department budget and ensures that the department operates in a cost-effective manner. Manages/audits department expenses within approved budget parameters, ensuring that the department meets the budgeted/flex revenue and/or expense targets on a monthly and annual basis. Develops staffing plans and schedules to meet department/patient care needs that reflect understanding of the importance of cost-effectiveness.
  • Implements department strategies to achieve financial target and staffing needs, developing others to do the same, through optimizing productivity, supply/resource efficiency, minimizing incidental overtime and overtime percentage, and other areas according to department specifications.
  • Plans coverage of unit to maximize presence of management and staff. Develops staffing plans and schedules to meet department/patient care needs that reflect understanding of the importance of cost-effectiveness.


GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Identifies and implements innovative solutions for practice or workflow changes to improve department operations or other department-specific measures by leading unit projects and/or other department/system directed shared governance activities. Supports change initiatives, maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment; adjusts effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements or cultures.
  • Proactively evaluates processes; recommends and implements action plan(s) for change; follows through to ensure effective, sustainable change. Participates in the development and implementation of new procedures and the review and revision of existing procedures.
  • Identifies opportunities and takes action to build strategic relationships between one's area and other areas, teams, departments, and units to achieve business goals.
  • Seeks opportunities to identify developmental needs of self and staff and takes appropriate action. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Completes and updates the individual development plan (IDP) on an ongoing basis. Conducts conversations with staff on their development and IDP.


This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

EDUCATION

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Nursing


WORK EXPERIENCE

  • Three years' experience in nursing, one year in a progressive leadership role in healthcare; for HM internal, two years' experience in nursing which includes HM performance that demonstrates leadership abilities, i.e. charge nurse responsibilities
  • Prior Cath Lab nursing experience is strongly preferred

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED

  • RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure -- Compact Licensure - Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) AND
  • BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA) AND
  • Magnet - ANCC Recognized Certification (ANCC) within 1 year OR
  • If at HMH, must have an ANCC-recognized leadership certification within 1 year AND
  • Other credentials and certifications as defined by unit/service line

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

  • Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
  • Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
  • Ability to effectively communicate through a variety of channels with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles; engages the recipient(s) and helps them understand and retain the message
  • Demonstrates the ability to interact with others in a way that gives them confidence in one's intentions and those of the organization
  • Ability to use appropriate interpersonal styles and techniques to gain acceptance of ideas or plans; modifying one's own behavior to accommodate tasks, situations and individuals involved
  • Demonstrates leadership qualities and critical thinking through self-direction initiative and effective interpersonal skills and oral/written communication skills
  • Ability to identify and understand issues, problems and opportunities, comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints and probable consequences
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast paced environment
  • Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in the workplace
  • Demonstrates problem solving skills to include investigation, identification of cause(s) and development of corrective action

SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ATTIRE

  • Uniform No
  • Scrubs Yes
  • Business professional Yes
  • Other (department approved) No

ON-CALL*
*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.

  • On Call* Yes

TRAVEL**
**Travel specifications may vary by department**

  • May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
  • May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No

Company Profile:

Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital is a Magnet-recognized, not-for-profit, faith-based hospital that serves the growing Northwest Houston community. With 358 licensed beds, Houston Methodist Willowbrook is committed to providing quality, cost-effective health care in a compassionate environment for a full range of services, including emergency care, cardiology, orthopedics and sports medicine, comprehensive women’s services, neurology and neurosurgery, oncology, and primary and general medicine.

Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Permanent Nursing-RN, NICU

77054 Houston, Texas StaffDNA

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)

Join our dedicated team as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), where you will provide specialized care to critically ill newborns requiring intensive medical attention and monitoring.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Assess and monitor newborns' vital signs, respiratory status, and overall condition continuously.
  • Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by neonatologists and pediatricians.
  • Operate advanced medical equipment such as incubators, ventilators, and phototherapy units.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for neonates.
  • Educate parents and families on newborn care, feeding techniques, and discharge planning.
  • Maintain accurate documentation of patient care activities in medical records.
Work Environment:
  • This role is based in hospital NICUs, providing critical care to premature or medically fragile newborns.
  • The position requires strong clinical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to respond calmly under pressure.
Benefits:
  • A competitive salary with opportunities for professional growth within neonatal nursing specialties.
  • A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
  • Support for continuing education programs to maintain licensure and enhance neonatal nursing expertise.
Equal Opportunity Employer:

Your commitment to caring for our smallest patients is highly valued. We foster an inclusive workplace where all employees can thrive professionally while delivering exceptional neonatal care.

*This information is based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Actual job responsibilities may vary by location.*

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RN Assistant Director of Nursing

77201 Houston, Texas Touchstone Communities

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THE HEIGHTS OF LEAGUE CITY

RN Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Are you a compassionate and driven Registered Nurse (RN) with a passion for making a difference in long-term care? We're looking for a dynamic RN Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to join our team and help lead our mission to Make Lives Better.

What You Need:

  • A current and valid Texas RN license (or a current and valid RN license from a Compact Party State)
  • li >At least 2 years of long-term care experience and at least 1 year of experience as a nurse manager/ADNS

Why Choose Us?

  • Your Voice Matters: Join a culture where your ideas and contributions are valued
  • Competitive Pay & Benefits: Enjoy a robust compensation package
  • Financial Flexibility: Paycheck advances available
  • Invest in Your Future: Tuition reimbursement and 401(k) matching
  • Time Off That Starts Day 1: Accrue paid time off from your first day
  • Bonuses & Grants: Numerous bonus opportunities and access to Touchstone Emergency Assistance Foundation Grants

Be Part of Something Bigger: At Touchstone, we’re committed to delivering a Best In Class Healthcare Experience to our Patients, Residents, and Veterans. Our compassionate team members are the key to achieving our vision of becoming the leading post-acute healthcare solution in the communities we serve. If you thrive in a workplace where every voice matters and want to be part of something meaningful, apply today!

Equal Opportunity Employer: We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Ready to Make Lives Better? Join Team Touchstone today!

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RN Assistant Director of Nursing

77252 Houston, Texas Touchstone Communities

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THE HEIGHTS OF LEAGUE CITY

RN Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Are you a compassionate and driven Registered Nurse (RN) with a passion for making a difference in long-term care? We're looking for a dynamic RN Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to join our team and help lead our mission to Make Lives Better.

What You Need:

  • A current and valid Texas RN license (or a current and valid RN license from a Compact Party State)
  • li >At least 2 years of long-term care experience and at least 1 year of experience as a nurse manager/ADNS

Why Choose Us?

  • Your Voice Matters: Join a culture where your ideas and contributions are valued
  • Competitive Pay & Benefits: Enjoy a robust compensation package
  • Financial Flexibility: Paycheck advances available
  • Invest in Your Future: Tuition reimbursement and 401(k) matching
  • Time Off That Starts Day 1: Accrue paid time off from your first day
  • Bonuses & Grants: Numerous bonus opportunities and access to Touchstone Emergency Assistance Foundation Grants

Be Part of Something Bigger: At Touchstone, we’re committed to delivering a Best In Class Healthcare Experience to our Patients, Residents, and Veterans. Our compassionate team members are the key to achieving our vision of becoming the leading post-acute healthcare solution in the communities we serve. If you thrive in a workplace where every voice matters and want to be part of something meaningful, apply today!

Equal Opportunity Employer: We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Ready to Make Lives Better? Join Team Touchstone today!

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RN Assistant Director of Nursing

77572 La Porte, Texas Touchstone Communities

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THE HEIGHTS OF LEAGUE CITY

RN Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Are you a compassionate and driven Registered Nurse (RN) with a passion for making a difference in long-term care? We're looking for a dynamic RN Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to join our team and help lead our mission to Make Lives Better.

What You Need:

  • A current and valid Texas RN license (or a current and valid RN license from a Compact Party State)
  • li >At least 2 years of long-term care experience and at least 1 year of experience as a nurse manager/ADNS

Why Choose Us?

  • Your Voice Matters: Join a culture where your ideas and contributions are valued
  • Competitive Pay & Benefits: Enjoy a robust compensation package
  • Financial Flexibility: Paycheck advances available
  • Invest in Your Future: Tuition reimbursement and 401(k) matching
  • Time Off That Starts Day 1: Accrue paid time off from your first day
  • Bonuses & Grants: Numerous bonus opportunities and access to Touchstone Emergency Assistance Foundation Grants

Be Part of Something Bigger: At Touchstone, we’re committed to delivering a Best In Class Healthcare Experience to our Patients, Residents, and Veterans. Our compassionate team members are the key to achieving our vision of becoming the leading post-acute healthcare solution in the communities we serve. If you thrive in a workplace where every voice matters and want to be part of something meaningful, apply today!

Equal Opportunity Employer: We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Ready to Make Lives Better? Join Team Touchstone today!

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RN Assistant Director of Nursing

77026 Houston, Texas Touchstone Communities

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THE HEIGHTS OF LEAGUE CITY

RN Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Are you a compassionate and driven Registered Nurse (RN) with a passion for making a difference in long-term care? We're looking for a dynamic RN Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to join our team and help lead our mission to Make Lives Better.

What You Need:

  • A current and valid Texas RN license (or a current and valid RN license from a Compact Party State)
  • li >At least 2 years of long-term care experience and at least 1 year of experience as a nurse manager/ADNS

Why Choose Us?

  • Your Voice Matters: Join a culture where your ideas and contributions are valued
  • Competitive Pay & Benefits: Enjoy a robust compensation package
  • Financial Flexibility: Paycheck advances available
  • Invest in Your Future: Tuition reimbursement and 401(k) matching
  • Time Off That Starts Day 1: Accrue paid time off from your first day
  • Bonuses & Grants: Numerous bonus opportunities and access to Touchstone Emergency Assistance Foundation Grants

Be Part of Something Bigger: At Touchstone, we’re committed to delivering a Best In Class Healthcare Experience to our Patients, Residents, and Veterans. Our compassionate team members are the key to achieving our vision of becoming the leading post-acute healthcare solution in the communities we serve. If you thrive in a workplace where every voice matters and want to be part of something meaningful, apply today!

Equal Opportunity Employer: We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Ready to Make Lives Better? Join Team Touchstone today!

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