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NorthBay Health

Magnet Program Coordinator

Fairfield, CA · On-site

$183K - $221K/yr

At NorthBay Health, The Magnet Program Coordinator is a Registered Nurse who in implementing ... direct supervisory responsibilities but acts as a key facilitator and liaison for nursing ...

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Coordinator Magnet & Nursing Excellence

Naples, FL · On-site

The Coordinator Magnet & Nursing Excellence will collaborate with the Director Pathway to Excellence Magnet Program to support the development, implementation and administration of departmental ...

UC Health

Magnet Program Manager

Cincinnati, OH

The Magnet ® Program Manager maintains responsibility for leading, directing, coordinating, and facilitating the activities and initiatives associated with non-clinical aspects of nursing ...

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Magnet Program Manager

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

The Magnet ® Program Manager maintains responsibility for leading, directing, coordinating, and facilitating the activities and initiatives associated with non-clinical aspects of nursing ...

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As of Jul 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for director nursing magnet program in the United States is $93,461.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,000.00 and $110,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Director of Nursing Magnet Program oversees a healthcare organization's journey to achieve and maintain Magnet® designation, which recognizes nursing excellence. They lead initiatives to improve nursing practices, patient outcomes, and professional development. This role involves collaboration with leadership, staff, and accrediting bodies to ensure compliance with Magnet® standards. Additionally, they analyze data, implement quality improvement strategies, and promote a culture of excellence in nursing.

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One of the main challenges for a Director Nursing Magnet Program is guiding the organization through the complex Magnet designation process, which involves rigorous documentation, staff engagement, and continuous quality improvement initiatives. Directors must regularly collaborate across departments to collect data, meet changing standards, and address feedback from staff and external evaluators. Success often depends on building teams that are adaptable and proactively communicating progress and challenges. Having a strong foundation in project management and fostering a culture that empowers nursing staff can help overcome these obstacles and drive meaningful advancement toward Magnet recognition.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Director Nursing Magnet Program position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Director Nursing Magnet Program, you need in-depth knowledge of nursing standards, quality improvement, and Magnet Recognition criteria, supported by an active RN license and often a master's degree in nursing or healthcare administration. Familiarity with data management systems, accreditation tools, and national certification such as NE-BC or CENP is commonly required. Strong leadership, project management, and effective communication skills are critical for coordinating interdisciplinary teams and championing nursing excellence. These capabilities are vital to successfully leading Magnet designation efforts, fostering a culture of quality, and maintaining rigorous standards of nursing practice within an organization.

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Magnet Program Specialist

Magnet Program Specialist

Yale New Haven Health

New Haven, CT

Other

Posted 17 days ago

Yale New Haven Health rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 227 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

298th of 877 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Overview
To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.
The Magnet Specialist will provide leadership in the identification, planning, and evaluation of American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Magnet Recognition Program aligned organizational initiatives. Work includes monitoring the organizational performance of nursing -sensitive outcomes against nationally-reported benchmarks and progress toward attainment of performance standards necessary for ANCC Magnet re-designation. The Magnet Specialist will collaborate with nursing leaders and practice partners in the development and monitoring of strategies to improve nursing-sensitive outcome performance in all inpatient and outpatient nursing practice settings. The Magnet Specialist will work under the direction of Magnet Integration ManagerEEO/AA/Disability/Veteran.
EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran
Responsibilities
  • 1. Serves as an organizational leader in the identification, planning and evaluation of Magnet aligned initiatives
    • 1.1 Works collaboratively with service line leaders (such as nursing directors, managers) and organizational leaders (such as performance and quality improvement departments)
  • 2. Implements and monitors nursing and Magnet?related project plans
    • 2.1 Coordinates educational sessions related to evolving Magnet program requirements to ensure organization enculturation of Magnet framework
  • 3. Independently executes components of the Magnet re-designation strategy
    • 3.1 Collaborates with subject matter experts to write Magnet sources of evidence for inclusion in the Magnet re-designation document

Qualifications

EDUCATION


BSN minimum with Masters of science in nursing, MSN, or Masters related field- required.


EXPERIENCE


At least 5 years of active nursing experience, with demonstrated progressive leadership responsibilities in a complex care environment. Previous experience with ANCC Magnet recognition program required. Current CT Registered Nurse License.


LICENSURE


Current CT Registered Nurse License.


SPECIAL SKILLS


Excellent communication, interpersonal, coordinative, organizational, and leadership skills. Has proven data management and analytics skills. Demonstrates a passion for nursing quality and outcomes. Demonstrates the ability to successfully lead teams, initiatives, and change processes. Demonstrates ability to foster positive relationships among teams and department. Must be a team -player with flexibility to adapt to evolving priorities, has history of managing multiple simultaneous projects.


PHYSICAL DEMAND


No special conditions


YNHHS Requisition ID
184989Qualifications:

EDUCATION


BSN minimum with Masters of science in nursing, MSN, or Masters related field- required.


EXPERIENCE


At least 5 years of active nursing experience, with demonstrated progressive leadership responsibilities in a complex care environment. Previous experience with ANCC Magnet recognition program required. Current CT Registered Nurse License.


LICENSURE


Current CT Registered Nurse License.


SPECIAL SKILLS


Excellent communication, interpersonal, coordinative, organizational, and leadership skills. Has proven data management and analytics skills. Demonstrates a passion for nursing quality and outcomes. Demonstrates the ability to successfully lead teams, initiatives, and change processes. Demonstrates ability to foster positive relationships among teams and department. Must be a team -player with flexibility to adapt to evolving priorities, has history of managing multiple simultaneous projects.


PHYSICAL DEMAND


No special conditions


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