Director of Magnet RN

Job Description

Our client, a hospital dedicated to rehabilitation medicine, seeks a Director of the Nursing Magnet Program to lead its journey to maintain Magnet® designation. This leader will oversee strategic planning, staff engagement, and compliance with the ANCC Magnet standards to promote nursing excellence, professional development, and patient-centered care.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of Magnet® designation and recertification efforts.
• Serve as liaison to ANCC; manage documentation, timelines, and site visits.
• Ensure compliance with Magnet Model components (e.g., leadership, outcomes, innovation).
• Collaborate with nursing leadership to align Magnet goals with hospital strategy.
• Conduct gap analyses, develop action plans, and track progress.
• Educate and mentor staff on Magnet standards and evidence-based practice.
• Support shared governance and nursing research initiatives.
• Analyze and report on quality indicators and outcomes.
• Communicate program milestones to stakeholders and represent the hospital externally.
• Provide backup leadership support to the CNO and AVP of Nursing as needed.
  
  

Qualifications

• BSN required; MSN preferred.
• Active NY RN license.
• 3–5 years of progressive nursing leadership.
• Experience with Magnet programs or accreditation strongly preferred.
• CRRN certification (or obtained upon eligibility).
• Strong skills in project management, communication, data analysis, and change leadership.
  
  

Salary: The posted range is not a guarantee. The actual salary will be based on qualifications, experience, and education and could fall outside of this range. Contact us for more information.