Are you an accomplished nursing leader looking for an opportunity to broaden your professional span of management? The Senior Director of Nursing position offers an excellent opportunity to stay closely involved in the daily operations of a clinical service line while also serving as a catalyst for change in the present and future trajectory of nursing at Medstar Washington Hospital Center. As a member of our Division of Nursing's (DON) senior leadership/management team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of patient care at MWHC, a level-one, acute care facility in the nation’s capital.
Position Overview
In collaboration with the Chief Nursing Officer and VP of Nursing Operations, the SND is responsible for multiple defined areas of leadership and management according to clinical specialty service line. The SND demonstrates current knowledge of healthcare organizations and clinical practice, providing leadership to professional nursing practice within the department of nursing. The SND is an important contributor to the strategic plan, and annual goals of their focused service line. This role offers the opportunity to create and facilitate a learning atmosphere of participative management within the framework of shared decision-making. As a SND, you will promote an environment that aligns with the Division of Nursing and MedStar Health's mission, vision, and values.
Key Responsibilities
-Collaborates with fellow Senior leaders (system and entity based) in strategic planning, program development and execution of goals. 
-Applies principles of cost effectiveness in resource utilization, high reliability organization and culture of patient and associate safety. 
-Plans, direct, monitors and evaluates the nursing and patient care delivery system to ensure the care performed exemplifies the Professional Nursing Practice Model.
-Develops standards of performance, conducts performance management planning and manages individual performance through reward, recognition, provision of timely feedback, counseling and disciplinary action.
-Ensure Pathway to Excellence program structure and processes are implemented and maintained. 
-Communicates with patients, families, and significant others while upholding patients confidentiality. Acts as a resource for associates in dealing with patient/family issues; investigates and follow through on customer complaints. 
-Promotes a public image of excellence and professional nursing through marketing activities, communication, presentations and publications. Represents the DON at professional organizations, academic partners, community outreach programs, and as a member of local/regional or national committees. 
Why Join Us
Work with a highly skilled, motivated, and committed team of professionals dedicated to excellence.
Embrace a patient-centered approach and engage in multi-disciplinary collaboration.
Competitive Comprehensive Benefit Plan.
Qualifications
Master’s Degree required (Doctoral degree preferred)
DC RN License
Approximately five to seven years of progressively more responsible job- related experience.
Strong business acumen and problem solving skills 
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
If you are ready to make a significant impact on patient care and lead a dynamic team of nurse leaders in a cutting-edge environment, we invite you to apply for the Senior Director of Nursing position at MedStar Washington Hospital Center. Join us in our mission to serve our patients, those who care for them, and our communities.