ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty competently and consistently. The responsibilities listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, education, training, licensure, certification, experience, and/or abilities required for the role. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

• Uses exceptional communication, organizational and interpersonal skills to serve as the project manager for coordination of programs

• Oversees and coordinates the application process for program

• Collaborates with the Nursing Practice Council and Nursing Leadership to ensure the coordination, and facilitation for an action plan the brings this vision to reality

• Supports departments in various Performance Improvement activities while working closely with the Department of Quality

• Develops a communication plan which keeps nurses across the system informed and linked together

• Develops a plan to educate Mercyhealth partners with components of the program environment and champions strategies

• Leads and supports all survey readiness activities before, during and after a survey period

• Other duties as assigned based on department need

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Minimum Required:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree required, or

• RN Diploma or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required, with active enrollment in an accredited BSN program

• Must have a minimum of 5 years hospital experience or experience related to the program

• Demonstrated success with Project Management

• Experience with interpretation and display of data

CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

Minimum Required:

• Active nursing license in each state of practice

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Ability to follow both written and oral instructions accurately and consistently.

Technical Skills

• Excellent interpersonal/communication and consensus building skills. Genuine concern for people. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to read and interpret data.

Core Competencies

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Ability to follow instructions and procedures accurately.

• Demonstrated problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and ethical standards.

• Adaptability to changing priorities and environments.

• Customer service orientation and cultural sensitivity

LEVEL OF SUPERVISION

General Supervision: The supervisor provides general guidelines, priorities, and deadlines, but the employee is expected to use initiative to complete recurring tasks independently. Specific instructions are given only for new or unusual situations.

PAY RANGE:

$77,582.27 - $116,373.40

Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision

• Life & Disability Insurance

• FSA/HSA Options

• Generous, accruing paid time off

• Paid Parental and caregiver leave

• Career advancement and educational opportunities

• Tuition and certification reimbursement

• Certification Reimbursement

• Well-being Programs

• Employee Discounts

• On-Demand Pay

• Financial Education

• Annual recognition/awards events

• Partner appreciation days

• Family entertainment/attractions discount

• Community service/improvement opportunities

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At Mercyhealth, we don’t simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.

Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including:

• #1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50

• One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers

• A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women