Registered Nurse - Maternal Program Manager

We Are Hiring Do you have experience with Maternal Medicine and a knack for accreditation policies and procedures? Ascension’s Total Quality Management Department is looking for someone to manage all tasks required for the Maternal Care Designation by the State of Texas, as well as step in and help bedside periodically as required. Title: Registered Nurse – Maternal Program Manager Shift: Monday-Friday (40 hours a week) Department: Total Quality Management Hospital: Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin Location: 1201 West 38th Street, Austin, TX 78705 Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin is a full-service hospital with 24/7 emergency care and a Comprehensive Level 1 Stroke Center. ASMCA has also been awarded the Gold Plus Level Performance Award from the American Heart Association. REQUIRED: 3 Years of RN Labor & Delivery Experience DESIRED (Not necessary to apply): 5+ Years of RN Labor & Delivery Experience Masters of Nursing ACLS Certified NRP Certified We offer a Robust Sign on Bonus / Competitive Compensation / Excellent Benefits BENEFITS: Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance Plans Paid Time Off Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Tuition Reimbursement 401K RESPONSIBILITIES: Authority and responsibility to monitor the provision of maternal patient care services from admission, stabilization, operative intervention(s) if applicable, through discharge, and inclusive of the QAPI Program Ensure that the organization and care delivery processes are in compliance with the State of Texas Maternal designation requirements at all times. Act as an accreditation and regulatory information resource for committees and departments across the network; keep up to date on current literature, best practices, and regulations (e.g., Joint Commission, CMS, State) Participate in internal quality audit activities, monitor compliance with appropriate metrics and lead performance improvement projects to ensure accreditation readiness and to address identified opportunities for improvement Collaborate with the Maternal Medical Director (MMD) in areas to include: developing and/or revising policies, procedures and guidelines; assuring staff competency, education, and training and the Quality Assessment Performance improvement (QAPI) Program Ensure that the QAPI Program is specific to maternal and fetal care, is ongoing, data driven, and outcome based Assist maternal units as needed. Ex. Staffing support, rounding, review of documentation. Develop collaborative relationships with other MPM(s) of designated facilities within the applicable Perinatal Care Region What You Will Do Manage assigned program(s) to meet business objectives. Develop program goals and infrastructure to align with defined business strategy. Manage program through creating program plans, management tools and reporting capabilities. Lead cross-functional teams and ensure resources are assigned to meet program goals. Recommend program budget and monitor and adjust plan as resource requirements change. Communicate and document program quality outcomes and progress metrics. Address and resolve project issues to ensure goals remain on track. What You Will Need Education: High school diploma/GED with 2 years of experience, or Associate's degree, or Bachelor's degree required. Work Experience: 3 years of experience required. 5 years of experience preferred. 1 year of leadership or management experience preferred. Additional Preferences 3 years experience in maternal care required. 5 years experience in maternal care preferred. BSN required. 1 year of leadership or management experienced required BLS, ACLS, and RN licensure required. Why Join Our Team Ascension Seton, based in Austin, Texas, has provided thousands of associates and caregivers a rewarding career in healthcare since 1902. We strive to expand access to high-quality, low-cost, person-centered care and services for all. We operate more than 100 clinical locations in central Texas, including 3 teaching hospitals, Dell Seton Medical Center at the University of Texas, Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin and Dell Children's Medical Center, where candidates can find both career and clinical education opportunities. If you are looking for a rewarding career in healthcare, explore a career with us today. When you join Ascension, you join a team of over 150,000 individuals across the country committed to a Mission of serving others and providing compassionate, personalized care to all. Our inclusive culture, continuing education programs, career coaches and benefit offerings are just a few of the resources and tools that team members can use to create a rewarding career path. In fact, Ascension spent nearly $46 million in tuition assistance alone to support associate growth and development. If you are looking for a career where you can grow and make a difference in your community, we invite you to join our team today. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Ascension Seton is an equal opportunity employer (EEO) and affords equal opportunity to all associates and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic data, or other legally protected status. 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