Associate Director, Nurse Education and Perinatal Quality Initiatives

Description

Fulltime - 40 hours a week 

Salary Range - $82,000 - $85,000

The Cooperative is a private, nonprofit 501(c)(3) coalition of healthcare professionals and consumers licensed by the New Jersey Department of Health as the maternal and child health consortium serving the seven counties of South Jersey. For over 40 years The Cooperative has been at the forefront of developing innovative strategies in maternal and child health care. We work to improve the region’s health by educating communities, advocating for system improvements, and engaging with stakeholders.

The Cooperative is an equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage all qualified candidates to apply for employment with our agency without regard to abilities, age, race, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, religious and political beliefs, socio economic status, educational levels, military/veteran status, or any other characteristics.

The Cooperative offers a competitive benefit package:

* Medical, Dental, Life Insurance

* Id Theft & Legal Services

* Pet Insurance

* Critical Illness and Accident Plan

* Free AAA Basic Membership

* Generous Paid Time Off

* 10 Paid Holidays

* Staff Development

* Tuition Reimbursement

* Employee Assistance Program

* Flexible Spending Account

* Dependent Care Account

* 401K – SNJPC contributes 4% after one year of work anniversary

The Associate Director of Nurse Education and Perinatal Quality Initiatives will play a vital role in enhancing maternal and neonatal care through education, training, and quality improvement strategies. This position focuses on developing, implementing, and evaluating educational programs aimed at improving perinatal outcomes and ensuring adherence to best practices in quality and safety. Utilizes regional data in determining clinical programs. Develops collaborative relationships with Maternal Child Health (MCH) providers, Community Based Organizations (CBOs) and local health departments to assess community educational needs and resources. Coordinates health education training for staff. 

Essential Functions:

* Contribute to The Cooperative’s commitment to equity and continuous quality improvement that align with the agency’s mission, goals, and advancement. * Effectively cross-collaborate with agency staff, leaders, and board members to foster a comprehensive approach of information sharing, working committees, and collective representation. * Routinely disseminate relevant information, presentations, trainings, and learning opportunities for internal program and agency staff. * When applicable, will participate in relevant staff development opportunities (trainings, summits, conferences, etc.) to increase skill development, elevate program goals, and engage staff members with timely key learnings. * Serves as the Primary Nurse Planner for NJSNA and maintains the Provider Unit responsibilities and documentation. * Participates in and coordinates regional statewide forums involving clinical providers Nursing Management Task Force, assists with agenda and lectures, coordinates projects as appropriate. * Assists in grant writing and program design when appropriate. * Membership and active participation in professional associations, legislative committees, and other health care networks. * Assists with collection, tracing, and follow-up related to perinatal data collected throughout the region. * Facilitates Develops and maintains relationships with social service providers, health care providers, community leaders and community-based organizations to ensure client access to community resources to promote organizational goals and education services. * Represents The Cooperative at meetings and conferences of human service professionals, MCH providers and community organizations. * Knowledge of cultural diversity and cultural competency issues related to health care and health outcomes education. * Assess education needs related to nurse education and cultural competence and develop education plans with program managers, in areas such as preterm labor, family planning, immunizations, lead poisoning prevention, dental health, and other areas critical to maternal and infant health; plan ongoing training as indicated or needed. * Assists in development and maintenance of accurate evaluation measures for all educational efforts. * Assess and maintain updated health education resource information including a local speakers bureau.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse licensed to practice in the State of New Jersey
• MSN required
• Minimum of 5-7 years of inpatient obstetrics experience 
• Knowledge of educational methodologies
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience working with vulnerable maternal and child health populations a plus.
• Ability to develop and implement programs
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to plan strategically and complete tasks on time
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing
• Ability to work with both health care/professionals and the consumer population
• Valid driver’s license, car and current insurance policy 

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to see to read documents and hear well enough to communicate with others
• Must be able to write, type on a computer, and use a telephone
• Must be able to operate a motor vehicle
• Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds
• Additional requirements to be determined with input from Director and HR

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment:

Travels regularly or as needed to sites where traffic, weather, and other environmental conditions may be encountered; otherwise works in a climate-controlled professional office environment generally free from hazards and other adverse working conditions or works remotely. 

Salary : $82,000 - $85,000