System VP of Nursing Practice and Innovation (Excellence)

MedStar Health
United States, Maryland, Columbia
5565 Sterrett Place (Show on map)
Feb 19, 2025
General Summary of Position The Vice President of Nursing Practice Innovation provides leadership with the Senior Vice President & Chief Nursing Officer (SVP & CNO) for the implementation, evaluation and refinement of the MedStar Health nursing professional practice model and will support the entities in their Magnet Recognition and Pathways to Excellence journeys. The Vice President of Nursing Practice Innovation is accountable for the development of clinical practice guidelines in conjunction with the system Nursing Practice Council. This position is accountable and responsible for leading clinical transformation in partnerships with the SVP & CNO, MedStar Health nursing leaders and leaders from other disciplines through standardizing evidence- based nursing practice across the continuum of care, reducing variability in nursing practice, and providing system level oversight of the NDNQI and NICHE programs. This leader will provide oversight of nursing sensitive outcome measures. Additionally, the VP will provide leadership and direction in supply evaluation and standardization with nurses and in collaboration with other clinical disciplines and purchasing leaders. In conjunction with the SVP/CNO the incumbent will drive nursing practice innovation while assuring the MedStar clinical practice guidelines position us to achieve appropriate performance in the patient experience and value-based purchasing. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Develops and contributes to the achievement of MedStar Health and corporate nursing established goals and objectives and adheres to department policies, procedures, quality standards and safety standards. Ensures compliance with MedStar Health policies and procedures and governmental/accreditation regulations. Provides system level direction and oversight for the NDNQI and NICHE programs. Provides oversight of system level reporting of nursing sensitive outcome measure. In collaboration with Corporate Senior Vice President & CNO, develops specific objectives and expected outcomes and metrics for practice innovation annually. In collaboration with entity based nursing and other clinical leaders, identifies opportunities for improving patient care delivery. Working with entity-based nursing leaders, plans, tests and evaluates innovative patient care delivery models aimed at improving the quality of care in a fiscally responsible manner. Establishes, collects and evaluates metrics to be used in evaluating new models. Works with both nursing and medical leadership to develop care models that provide patients with seamless care across the healthcare continuum. Uses existing evidence and contributes new evidence in developing any new approaches to patient care. Maximizes the use of technology in creating new models of care. Remains abreast of innovative patient care delivery programs being tested and/or implemented throughout the country. Prepares grants for funding the design and evaluation of new models of care. Provides oversight for strategic initiatives within corporate nursing and in MedStar Health. Serves as a mentor for clinical and nursing administration colleagues and provides expert consultation on nursing practice. Participates in meetings and on committees and represents the department and business unit in community outreach efforts. Participates in multidisciplinary quality and service improvement teams and maintains effective working relationships with other departments. Minimum Qualifications Education Bachelor's degree Nursing required Master's degree Nursing required Doctoral degree required Experience 10+ years progressive leadership experience in academic medical centers and/or complex health systems is required. Licenses and Certifications RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure RN licensure in Maryland and the District of Columbia Upon Hire required and Professional certification preferred. Upon Hire required and CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days required and Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit. This position has a hiring range of $294,000 - $397,800