Clinical Nursing Director

Methodist Hospital is looking to hire a Clinical Nursing Director to join our team! Come join us as a Partner for Good and help us make an impact on the care and experience that our patients and their families receive every day. 

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Vice President of Patient Care Services, the Clinical Nursing Director is responsible to ensure quality patient care while improving patient safety and medical error reduction that meets the quality and financial targets of the hospital and inpatient nursing department. Accountable for strategic, financial, and operational success of assigned patient care areas and programs. Develops a culture of continual improvement in quality and patient safety, seeking excellence in patient outcomes and minimizing hazards and harm that may result from the processes of care. Ensures that the right resources are in place to meet patient care needs and access to services. Collaborates with appropriate departments and disciplines in ensuring the safest patient care and experience for patients and families. In addition, identifies areas and ensures that practice is consistent with internal and external policies, regulatory agencies, best practice quality standards and Park Nicollet contracts.

This position will support the following teams at Methodist Hospital:

• Staffing & Scheduling

• Float Pool

• IV Resource Team

• Flying Squad/Rapid Response

Work Schedule: 1.0 FTE, Primarily weekday/day shift hours with flexibility based on operational and patient care needs. Position may require extended hours, participation in leadership meetings outside of standard business hours, and occasional administrative on-call responsibilities.
 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Education, Experience or Equivalent Combination:

  • RN degree with Master’s degree in Health or Business-related field required.

  • 5 years relevant clinical, management and/or progressive leadership experience, preferably in an acute care hospital setting.

• Licensure/ Registration/ Certification:

  • Current Registered Nurse license in the state of Minnesota

• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • This position requires intermediate to high level computer/keyboarding with personal computer applications. Skills required, including but not limited to Microsoft Office Suite including excel spreadsheets, PowerPoint presentations and email, calendar, video conference, and word documents.
     

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Education, Experience or Equivalent Combination:

  • Quality Improvement Experience

  • Successful progressive leadership experience

• Licensure/ Registration/ Certification:

  • Advanced nursing administration certification preferred (NEA-BC)
  • Member of a professional organization either in nursing specialty or nursing leadership

• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Expressed desire/passion to focus on nursing, leadership, and management

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

  • Excellent listener

  • Team player

  • Excellent communication skills

  • Evidence for motivational leadership skills

  • Excellent talent assessment and mentoring skills

Benefits: Park Nicollet offers a competitive benefits package (for eligible positions) that includes medical insurance, dental insurance, a retirement program, time away from work, insurance options, tuition reimbursement, an employee assistance program, onsite clinic and much more!

At HealthPartners we believe in the power of good – good deeds and good people working together. As part of our team, you’ll find an inclusive environment that encourages new ways of thinking, celebrates differences, and recognizes hard work.

We’re a nonprofit, integrated health care organization, providing health insurance in six states and high-quality care at more than 90 locations, including hospitals and clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin. We bring together research and education through HealthPartners Institute, training medical professionals across the region and conducting innovative research that improve lives around the world.

At HealthPartners, everyone is welcome, included and valued. We’re working together to increase diversity and inclusion in our workplace, advance health equity in care and coverage, and partner with the community as advocates for change.

Benefits Designed to Support Your Total Health
As a HealthPartners colleague, we’re committed to nurturing your diverse talents, valuing your dedication, and supporting your work-life balance. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to support every aspect of your life, including health, time off, retirement planning, and continuous learning opportunities. Our goal is to help you thrive physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially, so you can continue delivering exceptional care.

Join us in our mission to improve the health and well-being of our patients, members, and communities.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identify, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.