Sr. Director Nursing Excellence Programs

Works collaboratively with leaders in the CNE organization including CNOs, Sr. Directors, Directors and Managers overseeing interdisciplinary teams, working collaboratively with leaders and acting as a liaison with support departments to ensure efficient and effective system-wide nursing operations for all of Kaleida Health nursing including global projects, recruitment and retention activities, leadership development strategies, and clinical program development and design. Provides nursing operational leadership through initiating, planning and managing the work performed by project teams and operational areas assigned. Continuously reviews system-wide nursing needs and effectiveness, safety initiative support, patient experience strategies, employee satisfaction and other projects that require system oversight. Coordinates nursing plan of excellence design, planning, implementation and project management for the nursing services. Plans and implements programs and projects intended to align with organizational areas of strategic priority focus.

**Buffalo, NY**

Minimum or Preferred Qualifications

BSN required. Master's in Business Administration, Nursing or Health Care Administration required. 10 years of progressive management experience related to operations in healthcare or other highly regulated industries. Must have a strong background in strategic development and planning, analysis, and/or quality. Prior project management experience preferred. RN license required upon hire. Project Management Professional (PMP) Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives (FACHE) Leadership or clinical certification from American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) preferred. Must have current RN license or valid temporary permit to practice in the State.

We offer competitive compensation packages, including benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and opportunities for professional development. If you are a highly motivated individual with a passion for nursing leadership, we encourage you to apply for the position of Director of Nursing.

Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted for further consideration.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $122,975.00 - $212,630.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) 4% Match
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Healthcare setting:

• High acuity unit
• Hospital
• Inpatient

Medical specialties:

• Critical & Intensive Care
• Emergency Medicine
• Geriatrics
• Home Health
• Medical-Surgical

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Buffalo, NY: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person