Registered Nurse; RN - Manager

Staff - Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager at Baylor Scott & White Health summary:
The Registered Nurse (RN) Manager at Baylor Scott & White Health leads the Nursing Excellence Magnet Program to achieve and maintain nursing awards such as Magnet or Pathway to Excellence. Responsibilities include coordinating assessments, managing nursing quality improvement initiatives, overseeing documentation, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across multiple facilities. This role requires a bachelor's degree, RN license, clinical and leadership experience, and proficiency in data management and healthcare standards.
Baylor Scott & White Health is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Manager for a nursing job in Round Rock, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty:
Manager

• Discipline: RN

• Duration:
Ongoing

• 40 hours per week

• Shift: 8 hours, days

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Employment Type:

Staff
RN Nursing Excellence Magnet Program Manager

Location:

Greater Austin Region

Job Title:

RN Nursing Excellence Magnet Program Manager
Status:
Full-time days, flexibility needed to ensure night shift staff is included in nursing excellence activities - travel expected to visit all facilities in region
Details: NPD experience preferred, charge/precepting exp preferred, comfortability with Excel and Microsoft 365 suite
About Us
Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.
Our Core Values are:
We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
We never settle by constantly striving for better.
We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.
Benefits
Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:
Eligibility on day 1 for all benefits
Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5%
Debt-free tuition assistance, offering access to many no-cost and low-cost degrees, certificates and more
Immediate access to time off benefits
At Baylor Scott & White Health, your well-being is our top priority.

Note:

Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level

Job Summary
As the Nursing Excellence Program Manager, you guide nursing practices. You work to achieve awards like Magnet or Pathway to Excellence. Knowledge of award requirements is essential. You assess readiness and prepare the organization.
Essential Functions of the Role:
Nursing Excellence Program Coordinator
Develop and maintain systems and processes required to achieve and sustain Magnet® Recognition Program or Pathway to Excellence® designation, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and nursing standards.
Coordinate assessments and evaluations to prepare for Nursing Excellence awards, serving as the primary liaison between the Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) and nursing leaders across departments.
Lead shared decision-making initiatives by creating and implementing clinical councils that promote collaboration, professional development, and quality improvement within nursing teams.
Manage Magnet and Pathway to Excellence documentation, including application preparation, data collection, and event coordination during surveys and site visits.
Support nursing quality improvement efforts through data analysis, benchmarking, and safety monitoring; collaborate with other hospitals and organizations to advance nursing excellence and patient care outcomes.
Key Success Factors
In-depth understanding of nursing standards, clinical practice, and patient care excellence.
Strong knowledge of healthcare regulations, accreditation requirements, and professional nursing standards.
Commitment to promoting health, reducing risk, and improving patient safety and quality outcomes.
Exceptional communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills for effective engagement with multidisciplinary teams.
Advanced critical thinking, leadership, and problem-solving abilities in complex…