Career Opportunities
Director of Nursing, Quality and Outcomes
As the public health care system for the nation’s
third most-populous county, you’ll see more, do more, learn
more, and be more than you ever thought possible. The District
consists of three state-of-the-art acute care hospitals - Ben Taub
General Hospital, Lyndon B. Johnson General Hospital, Quentin Mease
Community Hospital; a dialysis center, 13 community health centers,
13 homeless shelter clinics, eight school-based clinics, five mobile
health clinics, and a free-standing dental center. HCHD, come see
for yourself!
The Director of Nursing Quality and Outcomes (DON) is responsible
for developing, implementing, directing, monitoring, and standardizing
nursing’s quality improvement plan/program at the district
level. This DON ensures the analysis, reporting, and use of nursing
and other quality data. This DON leads the development and implementation
of innovations and action plans to improve nursing outcomes and
patient care and safety at the district level. This DON champions
best practice and evidence-based initiatives and serves as a
catalyst for change. As a member of the nursing leadership team,
this DON supports professional nursing practice and empowers
and supports nurses to continuously improve in the delivery of
safe, effective, compassionate, and efficient nursing care in
collaboration with all health care disciplines and participates
in root cause analysis and sentinel event review. This position
is responsible for participating in the strategic planning for
district nursing and the realization of district nursing goals.
The DON ensures compliance with standards established by professional
nursing organizations, national, state, and local regulatory
agencies, and institutional policies and procedures. The DON
is accountable for supporting nursing practice that upholds high
standards of integrity and ethical behavior. The DON mentors
others, role models professionalism, and participation in activities
such as nursing organizations, nursing research, the community,
and bodies that shape health care policies and practices.
Position requires graduate of an accredited school of nursing
with a Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Master’s degree in Nursing
or related, current Texas RN licensure, certification in a nursing
specialty and/or nursing administration within two years of appointment,
five years clinical experience, and three years of related management.
We offer exceptional DAY-1 benefits, including:
* Relocation Assistance * Generous Paid Time Off * Comprehensive
medical coverage for employees and their families * Dental and
Vision plans * Life insurance * 401(k) and 457 Retirement plan
* Tuition reimbursement for Texas state schools
CONTACT:
Call Martha Jones at 713-566-6408 or toll-free 800-996-HCHD (4243)
for more information.
e-mail: Martha_Jones@hchd.tmc.edu www.hchdonline.com
As the 4th largest city in the U.S., Houston, Texas is a leader
in business, entertainment, the arts, and more. From professional
sports to outdoor fun to an out-of-this-world space experience
and incredible dining - it's all here! Stroll the beaches of Galveston
or challenge yourself on one of our many golf courses. Space City
offers everything from breathtaking museum exhibits to vibrant
downtown entertainment. Explore the wonder of space or spend the
day shopping to your heart's content. Houston is a city of infinite
possibilities. EOE.
Posted on March 5, 2010.
Project Management Analyst - Clinican
When Excellence can be rare. . .
FIND IT HERE.
Parkland Health & Hospital System includes Parkland Memorial
Hospital, Community Oriented Primary Care, Parkland Community
Health Plan, Inc., and the Parkland Foundation.
Parkland Memorial
Hospital is the primary teaching institution of The University
of Texas Southwestern Medical School and is often
rated among the best hospitals in the United States. Because of
Parkland's affiliation with the medical school, paying and non-paying
patients alike have access to top quality medical care. As Dallas
County's only public hospital, Parkland ensures that health care
is available to all area residents.
As part of our team you will receive a competitive salary and
a comprehensive benefits package including tuition reimbursement
and continuing education support. This is the right time to consider
Parkland.
Position Summary:
Provides project management leadership for low-risk, low-effort
projects and project management support services to assigned
managers who may or may not be engaged in more complex projects/programs.
Required Skills:
Qualifications:
Must have excellent oral and written skills. Must have good organizational
skills and be able to demonstrate both analytical and statistical
skills. Must be able to communicate effectively with all levels
of internal and external personnel. Must have a working knowledge
of MS Office 2003 (Word, Excel, VISIO) software. Must be a self
starter with the ability to work effectively as part of a team,
and on an independent basis.
Education & Experience:
Must have a Bachelor's degree in a related field plus two years
experience in a Project Management environment. Prefer Registered
Nurse with one year of quality management experience in a healthcare
setting.
Submit resumes online: www.ecentralmetrics.com/url/?u=9232276539-61.
Parkland. The Right Place. The Right Time.
EOE
Posted on March 5, 2010.
