Director, Specialty Outpatient Services

About the Role

Join Howard University Hospital a DC Level 1 Trauma Center and the nations only teaching hospital on the campus of a historically Black university as our Director of Specialty Outpatient this role you will lead our Outpatient Services portfolio including the Infusion Clinic Outpatient Diabetes Clinic Wound Care RN services and the Outpatient Wound Clinic. You will be accountable for the safe efficient and high-quality delivery of care across these areas and you will play an integral role in developing and implementing the strategic initiatives that drive growth and excellence in ambulatory care.

What Youll Do

• Recruit develop and retain high-performing teams providing guidance and direction that moves your staff toward shared goals while fostering a work environment that meets both individual and organizational needs.
• Ensure local state federal and Joint Commission (JCAHO) regulatory compliance across all assigned areas.
• Partner with senior executives to develop annual operating and capital budgets and hold accountability for meeting or exceeding financial performance targets.
• Lead performance improvement initiatives that achieve targeted outcomes.
• Drive patient employee and physician satisfaction toward targeted goals.
• Plan develop and implement strategic initiatives for the service line.
• Maintain your professional certification through ongoing training.
• Collaborate with HUH leadership on initiatives that impact ambulatory growth strategies.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.
• Masters degree in Nursing or related field required or completion within two years of hire.
• Minimum of five years of healthcare experience.
• Minimum of three years as a nurse leader including experience in systems-level leadership.
• Current Registered Nurse license in the District of Columbia.
• Current BLS certification.
• Leadership or specialty certification within one year of hire.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the practice and scope of nursing with the ability to plan and direct the delivery of nursing services.
• Strong managerial and administrative leadership skills including the ability to develop and implement strategic objectives motivate staff and manage resources effectively.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present information and respond tactfully to patients families medical staff colleagues and the public.
• Strong critical-thinking and data-driven decision-making skills that weigh cost benefit risk and organizational impact.
• Ability to cope effectively under stress and time constraints while exercising sound judgment and to maintain confidentiality of patient and proprietary information.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hospital experience preferred.

Position Details

Pay

Pay Range: $135000 $150000 annually

About Howard University Hospital

Founded in 1862 as Freedmens Hospital Howard University Hospital is the nations only teaching hospital located on the campus of a historically Black university. As a designated DC Level 1 Trauma Center we are committed to delivering patient-centered culturally responsive care to the communities we serve while training the next generation of healthcare professionals. When you join HUH you become part of a legacy of excellence compassion and service.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage
• Retirement savings plan with employer contribution
• Generous paid time off
• Tuition remission (up to two courses per semester)
• Professional development and leadership growth opportunities

Compliance Statements

Culture of Care: In an effort to improve patient safety Howard University Hospital supports a Just Culture an atmosphere of accountability that promotes learning safe systems and well-managed behavioral choices.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Howard University Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Reasonable Accommodation: If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process please contact

Pay Transparency: The posted pay range reflects the anticipated base salary for this position. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience qualifications and internal equity in accordance with the DC Pay Transparency Act.

Disclaimer: This posting describes the general nature and level of work performed in this role. It is not intended to be a comprehensive inventory of all duties responsibilities and qualifications required.