What are the responsibilities and job description for the Orthopedic Total Joint Nurse Program Manager position at UTMB Health Careers?
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in nursing and current licensure or valid permit to practice professional nursing in Texas is required.
The equivalent of four years RN experience, including two years progressive management experience is required.
Approved specialty certification required, as applicable to assigned program(s)/project(s).
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous orthopedic clinical knowledge is highly preferred.
Job Summary:
The Program Manager is accountable for the effective strategic planning, and the personnel, operational, and financial management of assigned program(s) and/or project(s), that cross multiple departments and/or services, to ensure optimal quality, cost, and service/outcomes.
Job Duties:
Assumes a leadership role in effective strategic planning for the program(s)/project(s).
Directs the operational management of the program(s)/project(s) to ensure high quality, cost effective service/outcomes, and a safe and efficient work environment.
Directs the personnel management of the employees assigned to the program(s)/project(s) consistent with state and federal labor laws, and nursing service and hospital philosophy, goals and policy.
Directs the financial management of the program(s)/project(s) to ensure desired fiscal status while providing optimum service/outcomes.
Promotes and practices patient/family advocacy and facilitates the maintenance of ethical practice.
Promotes and practices guest and peer relations.
Leads and directs quality improvement for the program(s)/project(s) and supports nursing research within the program and at the department and service level.
Demonstrates a high level of productivity and dependability.
Provides leadership for the program(s)/project(s) and promotes teamwork.
Actively promotes the professional development of self and others.
Identifies appropriate internal controls for department; provides mechanisms to monitor and enforce compliance.
Serves as a liaison between institutional departments and local area groups to assess need and develop project plans and budgets.
Leads/participates in collaborative interdepartmental approaches to develop and enhance an integrated system of care, as appropriate.
Coordinates all joint operations for the program with both internal and external sources. Works with other campus departments to establish collaborative programs.
Works with appropriate clinical teams to coordinate and schedule pre- and post-operative patient education programs for total joint patients.
Assists in identifying potential funding sources for the program, and prepares/monitors budgets to ensure services are provided in a cost-effective manner.
Evaluates services to maintain compliance with contracts.
Performs related duties as required.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Strong clinical knowledge in orthopedics, particularly in total joint care, with the ability to apply evidence-based practices to program development and improvement.
Provides leadership and ownership of all orthopedic total joint accreditation programs across the health system, ensuring ongoing compliance with regulatory standards and accrediting body requirements.
Serves as the primary liaison with accrediting organizations, preparing for surveys, managing documentation, and coordinating continuous readiness activities.
Salary Range: Actual salary commensurate with experience.
Work Schedule:
On-site, Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm, and as needed on occasion. Position will be located in League City, however the program will be expanding to all UTMB locations.
Equal Employment Opportunity
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