Program Director - Nursing Evidence-Based Practice and Standards

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Job Title:

Program Director - Nursing Evidence-Based Practice and Standards

Department:

Health System Shared Services HS Nursing Enterprise Leadership

Scope of Position

The Ohio State University Medical Wexner Medical Center (OSUWMC) mission is focused on integrating quality patient

care,

education.

and

research.

In

conjunction

with

the

Director

of

Enterprise

Nursing

Quality, Patient Safety,

and Evidence-Based Practice (EBP), the Program Director, Nursing Evidence-Based Practice and Standards leads medical center wide efforts

across

all

inpatient

and

outpatient

settings

in

establishing

a

culture

of

evidence-based

professional

nursing

practice.

The Program

Director

provides

leadership

and

direction

to

all

levels

of

nurses

regarding

the

design,

implementation

and evaluation

of

evidence-based

professional

nursing

standards

of

practice and

EBP initiatives.

Position Summary

The

Program

Director,

Nursing

Evidence-Based

Practice

and

Standards

oversees

and

provides

direction

for

the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of evidence-based nursing projects for the Health System and leads

and

oversees

the

review

and

creation

of

all

nursing

policies

and

procedures for

the

Medical

Center.

In

partnership

with internal and external customers, the Program Director works with individuals in a way that ensures that evidence-based

practice

is

understandable

and

measurable.

He/she

works

to

ensure

a

shared

sense

of

purpose

in creating

both

value

for the

customer

and

the

committed

involvement

of

nursing

staff

at

all

levels.

The

Program

Director

serves

as

a

leader

and mentor

both

in

the

department

and

throughout

OSUWMC.

The

Program

Director

demonstrates an

analytical

and intellectual

understanding

of

best practices

and their impact on

quality of

patient

care.

Program Director-level responsibilities include: maintain a professional presence throughout the health system, oversee and maintain evidence

-based standards of practice, collaborating and integrating services within the department

(nursing quality and nursing research) and with other departments; assist in maintaining a collaborative partnership with The Ohio State University College of Nursing

and Academic Practice Partnership work with nursing services to ensure the delivery of evidence-based practice across all levels of nursing personnel across the medical center; assess and improve evidence-based resources and service across the enterprise.

Duties and Responsibilities

In support of the Medical Center's mission, vision and values

1 the leadership competencies of leading with vision, customer focused, results oriented, developing talent., communication and teamwork are interwoven into the role and responsibilities of the Program Director. These should be identified to assess, maintain, and improve competency.

95 % of the time

A leader of Nursing Initiatives

Responsible for development of goals, tactics, planning, execution and evaluation of goal achievement for evidence-based practice. Develops short, mid and long-term goals with plans to facilitate/guide goal achievement that arc consistent with the mission and values of the Medical Center. Involves key stakeholders in goal development, planning, execution and evaluation when possible. Revises plan based upon evaluation of progress toward goals. Assists other areas within department with goal development. planning, execution and evaluation.

Effectively communicates with patients, visitors, leadership, staff, department personnel, providers, peers and other Medical Center personnel. Demonstrates ability to lead group process and effective meetings. Represents nursing evidence-based practice in Health System committees, task forces, work groups, etc. Effective problem solving, negotiating, and conflict resolution skills. Promotes multidisciplinary teamwork.

Serves as role model, motivates, mentors, and inspires lenders, staff and department personnel; demonstrates flexibility and impartiality when dealing with others.

Participates in and assumes leadership role in Medical Center committees, task forces and special projects. Demonstrates dependability in meeting target dates for reports and project completion. Represents the Medical Center in professional and civic activities within the University, locally, across the state or nationally as requested. Remains up to date in current level of practice.

Develops, implements and evaluates programs with emphasis on improvement in outcomes, service, operations and cost.

Adheres to regulatory compliance standards (TJC, ODH,

etc.).

Provides oversight and direction for evidence-based nursing, policies, procedures, standards or care and

protocols.

Functions as a Leader/Consultant in EBP and standards of nursing practice across the medical center. Provides leadership and consultation in all aspects of nursing practice.

Facilitates an environment for professional nursing practice that supports scientific, scholarly

practice

Provides leadership and direct oversight for the development, review, and revision of nursing policies and procedures to guide clinical nurses in the delivery of safe, quality evidence-based care.

Manages and oversees the final preparation of approved

policies.

Assures the development and implementation of educational plans prior to posting of policies, procedures, standards of care and protocols.

Assures that nursing policies, procedures, and standards of practice are consistent with hospital and medical board policies and are in compliance with professional nursing and regulatory standards.

Oversees the operations of nursing policies within the PolicyTech

system.

Manages annual contracts regarding online reference manuals and

maintenance.

Provides leadership to Policy Committees regarding development, implementation and evaluation of evidence-based clinical practice and practice guidelines.

Collaborates with legal and risk on any litigation matters

Provides leadership and facilitates multidisciplinary collaboration and communication in development of standards of care and delivery of quality patient care.

Fosters collegial professional relationships within nursing and the multidisciplinary team to lead evidence-based patient care.

Provides oversight and direction for the educational programming to support evidence-based nursing practice initiatives across the medical center.

Establishes and leads initiatives to support the development and maintenance of a work environment and models of care that embrace evidence-based practice.

Maintain visibility as EBP leader and expert throughout the medical

center.

Oversees and guides the professional development of EBP mentors and nurses at all levels in the medical

center.

Maintains professional scholarly

activities.

Maintains collaboration with OSU College of Nursing

and Academic Practice Partnership.

Serves on

the OSUWMC DNP/DNE Student Project Approval Committee

Serve as a lead and mentor on various shared governance committees in collaboration with the Director of Professional Practice

5% of time

Assumes other duties as assigned

Organizational Expectations

Practices within OSUWMC policies and procedures. Maintains infection control standards, implements appropriate patient safety protocols as necessary. Adheres to OSUWMC mission, vision and value statements and service statements as demonstrated through positive customer service, positive and effective interactions with staff, and formulating and meeting professional goals.

Minimum Qualifications

For Hire:

Master's Degree in Clinical Field, DNP preferred. Clinical Licensure. Registered Nurse may be required in Oncology. 2 years of clinical experience required. 4-6 years of clinical experience preferred.

On going: Maintain appropriate license as applicable. Meet mandatory educational and health requirements. Demonstrate competence in essential job functions. Maintain knowledge related to evidence-based practice, patient care management, quality improvement. financial management, current policies, procedures and protocols. Demonstrates computer skills required to perform job functions.

Patient Population Served

Knowledge of growth and development and an understanding of the range of treatments necessary to meet the age specific needs of the patient population served (Check those that apply):

Not Applicable: Non-patient care

title

Neonates (0- 6

months): No

Adults (18 - 64

years): Yes

Children (7 months - 13

years): No

Geriatrics (65 +

years): Yes

Job Relationships

Supervisory Responsibility: None

Contacts: Patients, families, all department(s) personnel, providers, other clinical and non-clinical Medical Center personnel, other directors and leadership staff as well as representing the community.

Responsible to: Director

of

Enterprise

Nursing

Quality, Patient Safety,

and Evidence-Based Practice (EBP)

Physical, Visual, Mental Requirements:

The physical demands described here arc representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully

perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Additional Information:

The Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) Program Director provides organization-wide leadership to advance a scientific, scholarly nursing practice environment. This role is responsible for directing evidence-based practice initiatives, overseeing nursing policies and standards, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering a culture of inquiry and continuous improvement. The EBP Program Director collaborates with interdisciplinary leaders, staff, academic partners, and external stakeholders to improve patient outcomes, operational performance, and organizational value. This is a Monday - Friday 8 hour position.

Location:

Ackerman Rd, 600 (2435)

Position Type:

Regular

Scheduled Hours:

40

Shift:First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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