The Opportunity
The role of inaugural Head, Meyers Institute for Oncology Nursing at MD Anderson is by far the most exciting and innovative role in nursing leadership today. The successful candidate for this role will be responsible for providing administrative leadership for the design, development, implementation and outcomes of initiatives and strategies that align with the mission of the Meyers Institute. This dynamic and creative leader will assume full administrative responsibility for all areas of the institute including budget and finance and long-range strategic planning. The Institute Leader will lead with a focus on nurse career development, leadership, nursing science, nursing innovation, and opportunities for nurses outside of traditional clinical responsibilities The Institute Head will be responsible for ensuring the Institute’s overall sustainability and success. This role requires highly collaborative and adaptable leadership competencies, with fluency and comfort in the senior leadership space with the ability to translate implementation to the program level. The Head will also represent the Institute in local, regional, state, and national forums bringing the transformative innovation of the Meyers Institute to the national stage.
The Head, Meyers Institute for Oncology Nursing will have executive oversight from the SVP, Chief Operating Officer and the Chief Nursing Officer, with the director of Nursing Transformation Programs, director of the Nurse Leadership Academy, and other directors within the Institute reporting to this position. This position will have a collaborative working relationship with the Division of Nursing and other institutional entities.
The Organization
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is one of the world’s most respected centers devoted exclusively to cancer patient care, research, education and prevention. It has long been recognized for its research and ability to treat the rarest of cancers and has recently received the prestigious designation as the #1 medical center for cancer care. MD Anderson has been working to eliminate cancer for more than seven decades and it is consistently ranked as one of the top two hospitals in cancer care.
The mission of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is to eliminate cancer in Texas, the nation, and the world through outstanding programs that integrate patient care, research, and prevention, and through education for undergraduate and graduate students, trainees, professionals, employees and the public
The mission of the Meyers Institute for Oncology Nursing is to support and develop nurses throughout their careers by providing educational, professional, and wellness-based resources tailored to cancer care nurses and nurse scientists. Designed in four distinct pillars including Nursing Leadership Academy, Nursing Innovation, Science, Discovery and Inquiry, and Growth and Wellness, the institute will provide new educational and professional opportunities for nurses and nurse scientists to further advance their careers, including A.P.R.N. and R.N. cancer specialty fellowships and residencies. The Institute aims to position MD Anderson as a leader in the field of oncology nursing by establishing a model focused on nursing professionalism, elevating our training and work environments, and emphasizing individual career paths for nurses.
Required Education and Skills
- Doctoral degree (PhD preferred and/or EdD, DNP) in nursing or related discipline from a nationally accredited institution of higher education.
- Master’s degree in nursing or related field
- License: Registered Nurse
- Minimum of ten years in the following areas:
- A progressive record of increasing clinical leadership, academic leadership, scholarly achievement, and nursing career / people development.
- Providing leadership through development, implementation, and outcomes management of a collaborative strategic planning process that draws out the best in others and inspires trust.
- Experience Working across a matrixed organization and leading transformative initiatives including developing and maintaining interprofessional programs that lead to philanthropic relationships.
- Designing and leading innovative, transformative programs related to nursing is preferred.
- Leading cross-departmental collaboration in large, complex health systems is preferred.
- Servant leader with a distinctive ability to motivate change and communicate clearly to varied stakeholders.
- Strong EQ, drive, commitment to personal leadership development and high standards of professionalism.
APPLICATIONS
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