Overview
At Houston Methodist the Nursing Professional Practice Leader (PPL) II position is a specialist role as evidenced by experience credentials and performance and a Nursing Professional Development (NPD) practitioner who primarily practices in a specific department or service-line practice environment with a focus on the growth of individuals and groups within a nursing addition to performing the duties and responsibilities of the PPL I this position serves as a consultant and subject matter clinician for a service line / specialty area functioning at the Expert level of Benners model of clinical practice. The PPL II advances specialty care through leading inquiry projects analyzing outcome metrics and implementing performance improvement designing innovative programs to enhance learner growth creating strategic interdisciplinary and community partnerships collaborating at the entity and system level on specialty initiatives and engagement in specialty accreditation and / or recognition programs. This position is a consultant as they serve as a role model within the specialty and NPD practice.
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PATIENT AGE GROUP(S) AND POPULATION(S) SERVED
Refer to departmental Scope of Service and Provision of Care plans as applicable for description of primary age groups and populations served by this job for the respective HM entity.
HOUSTON METHODIST EXPERIENCE EXPECTATIONS
- Provide personalized care and service by consistently demonstrating our I CARE values :
INTEGRITY : We are honest and ethical in all we say and do.
COMPASSION : We embrace the whole person including emotional ethical physical and spiritual needs.ACCOUNTABILITY : We hold ourselves accountable for all our actions.RESPECT : We treat every individual as a person of worth dignity and value.EXCELLENCE : We strive to be the best at what we do and a model for others to emulate.Practices the Caring and Serving ModelDelivers personalized service using HM Service StandardsProvides for exceptional patient / customer experiences by following our Standards of Practice of always using Positive Language (AIDET Managing Up Key Words)Intentionally collaborates with other healthcare professionals involved in patients / customers or employees experiential journeys to ensure strong communication ease of access to information and a seamless experienceInvolves patients (customers) in shift / handoff reports by enabling their participation in their plan of care as applicable to the given jobActively supports the organizations vision fulfills the mission and abides by the I CARE valuesResponsibilities
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Develops a strategic plan through partnership with specialty leadership to facilitate staff growth and development to meet established priorities and expected clinical outcomes.Builds collaborative partnerships with internal and external stakeholders to drive professional development initiatives and achieve optimal results. Leads initiatives within the entity and seeks practice consensus with HM System partners.Leads through influence as an advocate mentor and change agent in the practice environment. Communicates effectively with individuals collaborators and as a group leader. Role models peer-to-peer accountability towards improvement of employee engagement.SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Leads the educational process through completion of an assessment identification of practice gaps (including lack of knowledge skill or inability to translate knowledge into practice) identification of desired outcomes planning facilitation of learning and an evaluation. Creates learning activities with entity and HM System partners to address departmental learning needs. Incorporates theories in learning and change. Promotes the transfer of knowledge to practice ensuring that knowledge / training is conducted and integrated into practice.Develops a timely and efficient department onboarding process orientation and professional development plan related to the service-line and competency requirements. Builds programs collaboratively with NPD entity and / or HM System peers and interdisciplinary partners.Connects with entity and HM System peers to share best practices. Reports outcome measures of professional development initiatives to relevant stakeholders and engages in action planning as necessary to meet learner needs and address effectiveness.QUALITY / SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Leads and facilitates quality improvement initiatives as identified through assessment data knowledge of key quality indicators and event reporting. Collaborates with department / service-line leadership quality team and / or other stakeholders to synthesize analyze and prioritize patient quality and / or patient satisfaction opportunities and create an action plan utilizing performance improvement methods / tools.Develops and participates in initial and / or ongoing competency assessments which consider strategic departmental entity or system initiatives. Utilizes creative approaches to competency assessment including coordinating competency events and mentoring staff competency validators. Establishes competency critical elements based on standards and best practices.Builds and revises programs and / or activities which are grounded in evidence-based practice and relevant policies procedures and standards. Leads performance improvement projects.Evaluates practice through knowledge of applicable professional scope and standards policies and procedures and regulatory standards including recognition of practice patterns and variances. Advances patient care through achievement / maintenance specialty designations. Serves as a consultant in their specialty area.FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Collaborates with leadership to develop programs / services and curricula within the approved budget with recognition of return on investment and / or cost avoidance. Appropriately allocates and utilizes resources.Role models and drives time management and resources efficiently. Implements solutions to achieve organizational objectives that lead to a positive financial impact.GROWTH / INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Leads a spirit of inquiry by applying evidence-based practice and research in patient care. Mentors staff in project development and execution as well as the creation and submission of clinical abstracts posters and presentations.Develops proposals for innovative programs projects inquiry innovation teaching strategies and / or learning methodologies. Engages in environmental scanning for identification of future needs. Facilitate staff to identify learning needs and navigate options to advance knowledge and skills.Leads in obtaining service-line / department level specialty designations recognitions or awards.Seeks opportunities to identify self-development needs and takes appropriate action. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Completes and updates the My Development Plan on an ongoing basis.This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business / job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.
Qualifications
EDUCATION
Bachelors degree and Masters degree one from an accredited school of NursingMasters degree in education field preferredWORK EXPERIENCE
Six years clinical nursing experience with two years in a primary nursing professional development roleLicense / Certification
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED
RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure Compact Licensure - Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) ANDBLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) ANDNPD-BC - Nursing Professional Development (ANCC) Current incumbents have two years from job description implementation to obtain NPD-BC within 1 year ANDMagnet ANCC-recognized certification (HM)LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - PREFERRED
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) ORPALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support or Instructor (AHA)KSA / Supplemental Data
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job determined through ongoing skills competency assessments and performance evaluationsSufficient proficiency in speaking reading and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or securityAbility to effectively communicate with patients physicians family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principlesStrong assessment organizational and problem-solving skills as evidenced by capacity to prioritize multiple tasks and role componentsActs as an effective change agentAbility to apply evidence-based practiceStrong assessment organizational and problem-solving skills as evidenced by capacity to prioritize multiple tasks and role componentsExhibits leadership abilities including collaboration consultation and coaching skillsDemonstrates proficient time management skillAbility to utilize adult learning theory and demonstrate knowledge of current educational technologiesMaintains a working knowledge of electronic resources including Microsoft applicationsSUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ATTIRE
Uniform NoScrubs YesBusiness professional YesOther (department approved) NoON-CALL
Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster Severe Weather Events etc) regardless of selection below.On CallNoTRAVEL
Travel specifications may vary by departmentMay require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area YesMay require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area NoCompany Profile
Since its founding in 1919 Houston Methodist Hospital has earned worldwide recognition. Houston Methodist Hospital is affiliated with the Weill Medical College of Cornell University and New York-Presbyterian Hospital one of the nations leading centers for medical education and 2020 U.S. News & World Report namedHouston Methodist Hospitalto its top ranked Honor Roll for the fourth time and second consecutive year. 2020 also marked the ninth year in a row Houston Methodist Hospital has been named the No. 1 hospital in Texas. Houston Methodist Hospital directs millions of research dollars into patient care and offers the latest innovations in medical surgical and diagnostic techniques. With 952 operating beds 85 operating rooms and over 8000 employees Houston Methodist offers complete care for patients from around the world.
The same high-quality care for which Houston Methodist is known is available at several Emergency Care Centers in Houston and the surrounding areas. These Emergency Care Centers house exam rooms full digital radiography suite low radiation dose 16-slice CT scan ultrasound and a full on-site stat chemistry lab.
Required Experience :
Unclear Seniority
Key Skills
Hospital Experience,Acute Care,Basic Life Support,ICU Experience,Infusion Experience,Triage,TFS,Conflict Management,Nursing,Critical Care Experience,Epic,Medication Administration
Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1
