Executive Director, Clinical Practice, Quality & Innovation

Company: University of Miami
Location: Miami
Posted on: April 5, 2025

Job Description:

Executive Director, Clinical Practice, Quality & InnovationApply locations Miami, FL time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id R100086117The Executive Director, Clinical Practice, Quality & Innovation provides strategic leadership to advance professional practice, clinical quality, and interprofessional collaboration across patient care services within the University of Miami Health System (UHealth). This position directs programs that support workforce development across inpatient and ambulatory areas, enhances lifelong learning across clinical professions, and promotes clinical innovation, aligning with regulatory standards, quality and safety priorities, and the organization's mission. The position is also a key leader in guiding UHealth toward achieving and sustaining Magnet designation and other recognition programs, fostering a culture of excellence, equity, and psychological safety.CORE JOB FUNCTIONSStrategic Leadership & Magnet Designation:1. Sets the strategic direction for professional practice, research, and education across UHealth to advance clinical excellence.2. Leads efforts to achieve and maintain Magnet designation, integrating its standards into organizational culture and practice.3. Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams, including Human Resources, Quality, Informatics, and Safety, to enhance care delivery and achieve clinical quality benchmarks.4. Partners with key stakeholders to identify, evaluate, and implement innovative care delivery models and technologies.5. Provides strategic direction and guidance to support the academic practice partnership between UHealth and the School of Nursing and Health Studies.6. Provides strategic direction and partnership with the Miller School of Medicine and other internal stakeholders to offer mutually beneficial outcomes.7. Supports ambulatory care services according to scope and standards of practice in an effort to grow the professional workforce of outpatient clinical areas.Professional Practice & Workforce Development:1. Directs system-wide educational initiatives, including orientation, transition-to-practice programs, competency validation, and continuing education for clinical staff.2. Oversees professional governance structures and supports the development of clinical leaders across nursing and other disciplines as well as the development of ongoing mentor programs.3. Leads efforts to enhance professional practice through the integration of evidence-based practice, research, and quality improvement initiatives.4. Manages clinical placement programs for nursing and other healthcare students, strengthening academic-practice partnerships.Quality, Safety, & Accreditation:1. Establishes performance improvement frameworks to measure and enhance the impact of education and professional development on care quality and clinical outcomes.2. Collaborates with Quality, Safety, Risk Management, and Human Resources to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and sustain external accreditation programs.3. Guides interprofessional teams in developing and implementing policies, procedures, and care standards that reflect best practices and align with organizational goals.Leadership & Psychological Safety:1. Cultivates a culture of psychological safety, inclusivity, and shared decision-making to empower clinical teams and support workforce engagement.2. Mentors and develops clinical and educational leaders, fostering an environment of innovation, collaboration, and professional growth.3. Promotes systems thinking and strategic alignment across disciplines to optimize care delivery and operational outcomes.Operational Excellence:1. Utilizes data analytics to assess educational initiatives, monitor workforce performance, and ensure alignment with strategic goals.2. Evaluates the return on investment of education and development programs, integrating performance metrics to drive continuous improvement.3. Oversees the development and implementation of system-wide clinical practice standards, ensuring consistency and alignment with quality and safety priorities.CORE QUALIFICATIONSEducation:Doctoral level degree in nursing, health education, or another relevant field from an accredited institution.Certification and Licensing:Registered Nurse License from the state of Florida; Basic Life Support Certification (BLS).Experience:Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience. Experience in Magnet designation and curriculum development highly preferred.Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:--- Experience working in an academic environment.--- Expertise in executive patient care programs and developing programs to meet clinical needs and or facilitate operations.--- Evaluation and working with interdisciplinary partners.--- Ability to mentor, manage and lead staff in a variety of settings to provide effective and compliant care and services.--- Ability to work with staff at all levels.--- Demonstrated experience effectively at leading change, expertise in building and leading high performing teams.The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based
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