Program Director

About the Role

The Director of the Magnet Program provides strategic leadership for achieving and maintaining Magnet Recognition by overseeing enterprise-wide initiatives, aligning them with organizational priorities, and embedding Magnet principles into nursing practice, governance, research, quality, and workforce strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead Magnet journey, including designation and redesignation efforts, setting milestones and success metrics.
• Identify risks, develop mitigation strategies, and advise senior leadership on Magnet readiness and strategic decisions.
• Ensure Magnet strategy integration into organizational plans, nursing priorities, and quality goals.
• Lead the Magnet Steering Committee, coordinate resources, and oversee the Magnet Program Office.
• Align governance structures with Magnet expectations, promoting RN decision-making and embedding principles into daily practice.
• Partner with nursing, quality, HR, informatics, and academic teams to foster a culture of excellence and research.
• Ensure outcomes related to nursing-sensitive indicators, RN satisfaction, research, and evidence-based practice meet or exceed benchmarks.
• Represent the organization in Magnet-related engagements, promote messaging, and support site visits and appraisals.
• Perform additional duties as needed to support Magnet and organizational goals.

Qualifications & Skills

• Leadership experience in nursing or healthcare program management.
• Strong strategic planning, risk management, and organizational alignment skills.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and advocacy abilities.
• Knowledge of Magnet standards, nursing practice, governance, and quality improvement.
• Ability to lead cross-disciplinary teams and manage complex initiatives.