REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's degree in nursing and current licensure or valid permit to practice professional nursing in Texas. The equivalent of four years RN experience, including two years progressive management experience. Approved specialty certification required (as applicable to assigned program(s)/project(s)).

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.

MAJOR DUTIES/CRITICAL TASKS:

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. Performs related duties as required.

SALARY RANGE:

Salary commensurate with experience.

WORK SCHEDULE:

Administrative on-site role, 8 AM - 5 PM (with flexibility). 

Equal Employment Opportunity

UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance women, minorities, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Compensation