• Drives efficient, effective, and patient centered care with a strong focus on quality, outcomes, including patient experience and , medical staff and employee engagement
• Overseeing the operations of Einstein Medical Center Philadelphia Medical/Surgical Nursing Services
• Change Agent for the provision of high quality services
• Plays a key role in driving Culture of Service and Safety and leading Magnet imperatives
• Financial/budgetary oversight of designated areas of responsibility
• Assist in development/prioritization of capital budget and related purchases
• Complete formalized operational assessment
• Assess staffing schedules and overall FTEs
• Prepare Monthly report of determined metrics, Evaluate all Medical/Surgical Managers/Leaders
• Responsible for developing, revising and implementing policies and processes
• Participate in Network Nursing; Leadership and Director Meetings; Medical/Surgical Services Shared Governance; and Planning Activities

• Registered nurse eligible for licensure in the state of Pennsylvania required
• BSN and MSN required, certification and Magnet experience preferred
• Minimum 5 years recent and progressive managerial experience required
• Experience in Urban, Teaching Hospital required
• Six or more years Medical/Surgical Experience required
• Excellent Communication Skills, Demonstrated success in partnering and communicating with physicians and other organizational leaders to achieve optimal program results
• Proven leader with the ability to motivate and inspire people, mentor nursing leaders, and to recruit, retain and mentor staff
• Ability to function effectively in a fast-paced and changing environment with multiple priorities and objectives
• High energy and action oriented with a willingness to step in and learn the details whenever necessary
• Proven record in financial acumen, including establishing and maintaining budgets

Employee Status: Regular 
Schedule: Full- Time

Millions of Americans face the reality of living with a mental illness. This is nearly one in five adults. Are you searching for the opportunity to make an impact on these individuals? Are you passionate about dispelling widespread stigma and misunderstanding associated with mental health?

UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital is seeking dynamic leaders to manage the operation of various inpatient units at our Oakland location in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Western Psychiatric is a nationally recognized research and teaching hospital. For more than 60 years, we have been a leader in the treatment of mental health and addictive disorders throughout the lifespan. In conjunction with the Department of Psychiatry of the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, we continue to strive to be one of the foremost academic- based psychiatric care facilities.

The captain of our clinical team, the Unit Director, fosters the 24- hour operational health of each unit by effectively managing financial, human resource, clinical, and administrative concerns. The Unit Directors seek to create a workplace environment conducive to open dialogue, exceptional nursing practice, and progressively raise standards in patient care and safety through quality improvement initiatives.

A strong clinician with keen problem-solving and executive leadership skills, the Unit Director uses research and evidence-based practice to improve patient outcomes. This proven leader will analyze available data to identify clinical problems as well as monitor nurse and patient satisfaction. The Unit Director will collaborate with the clinical staff and senior management to set goals, design action plans for improvement, and implement practical changes in a manner that is respectful of staff and encourages full participation at all levels.

Qualifications:

• BSN required at time of hire or transfer into position.
• Masters degree in Nursing or related health care field required, either at time of hire/transfer, or must be enrolled in a program within one year of hire/transfer date and completed within three years of enrollment. (i.e. public health, informational technology, administration, etc.)
• Minimum of 4 years of progressive leadership experience required with relevant clinical experience preferred.
• Psychiatric nursing experience preferred.

If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please contact:

Mariah McCullough
412-667-5452
mcculloughms@upmc.edu

UPMC is an equal opportunity employer. Minority/Females/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities