5/4/2011 - Vice President, Patient Services

Vice President, Patient Services

Island Hospital

Anacortes, WA

Island Hospital is the center for health and wellness serving west Skagit County, north Whidbey Island, and the San Juan Islands. They are recognized as one of the most innovative small hospitals in the U.S.  It is an integral part of the great quality of life on Fidalgo Island.  Island Hospital's medical staff comprises more than 100 physicians and other providers that offer a full spectrum of services, from birth to rehabilitation.  In fact, the hospital provides a range of services more typical to an urban medical center.

Since its establishment in 1962, Island Hospital has grown in concert with the community and maintains a progressive stand in delivering quality medical services. The Hospital's mission is to provide services based on community need. With 43 private beds, it is the smallest hospital in Washington to offer Level III Trauma care and an array of services typically found only at a much larger facility.

As a leader in information technology, Island Hospital is moving forward in both healthcare and information technology.  It has been nationally recognized as a leader in healthcare computerization. A secure information system links all staff physicians and hospital departments with the latest patient information, 24 hours a day, assuring patients and providers a rapid information exchange.

THE POSITION:

We have been retained to fill this executive team member of this well-respected, well-run healthcare district.  The Vice President, Patient Services (VPPS) is responsible for the design, provision and management of high quality, cost-effective clinical and ancillary services for the hospital and community.

This position is a member of the Administrative Council (CEO, VPPS, and CFO) and actively participates in the development of strategic planning activities for the hospital and district.  You will be a multi-disciplinary organizational leader who actively participates in related activities of our community, hospital district, and medical staff. You will be expected to regularly participate in the Board of Commissioner meetings and serve as the advisor to the Board for clinical issues.

You'll have the important responsibility for promoting the quality of all clinical services within the setting and the maintenance of sound fiscal policies.  Your major accountabilities will include the multi-department administrative management of the clinical nursing departments/units, as well as the Pharmacy Services, Respiratory Care, Diagnostic Imaging, Patient Hospitality & Communications, Home Health, Employee Health, Rehabilitation Services, and Trauma Services. You will also have the responsibility for the continuous improvement of the district's Quality Improvement/Risk Management program.  In addition, the Vice President, Patient Services will act in a business development capacity along with the other Administrative Council representatives. Finally, you will be working with a congenial, forward-thinking CEO, a management supportive Board, and very a competent senior management team - all anxious to contribute to your leadership success!

WHAT YOU WILL NEED:

You'll need to be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing and a Masters degree in Nursing. Current Registered Nurse licensure, or eligibility, for Washington State. Documented proof of current CPR certification (current being within the last 12 months.) A minimum of ten (10) years experience in acute care nursing. At least five (5) years experience in healthcare management demonstrating a progressive scope of responsibility, including multi-disciplinary, multi-departmental accountability. Advanced business management education and/or healthcare administration certification, such as FACHE, is preferred.

CONTACT:

Interested nursing leaders should contact in confidence:

Rod Meyer, CPC
Healthcare Recruitment Specialist
For Island Hospital
Phone (925) 846-4763  direct
Phone (650) 315-4763  mobile
E-mail:  rod.meyer@comcast.net