Chief Nursing Officer

Overview

• Lead nursing operations across multiple facilities within a healthcare system, ensuring high-quality patient care and operational excellence.
• Drive strategic initiatives to stabilize and improve nursing performance in transitional environments.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to align nursing practices with organizational goals and regulatory standards.
• Develop and implement nursing policies to enhance clinical quality and patient safety.
• Provide leadership in recruitment, retention, and professional development of nursing staff.
• Represent nursing concerns at governance and medical staff meetings, advocating for clinical excellence.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws, as well as accreditation standards.
• Promote a culture of accountability and continuous improvement within the nursing department.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Oversee nursing operations across multiple healthcare facilities, ensuring coordinated and effective patient care delivery.
• Develop and evaluate nursing practices, implementing improvements to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
• Manage nursing budgets and resources to maximize efficiency and effectiveness.
• Lead initiatives to enhance clinical quality, patient safety, and staff satisfaction.
• Mentor and develop nursing leaders, fostering professional growth and achievement.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and laws, addressing any deficiencies promptly.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to integrate nursing practices with broader organizational strategies.
• Represent nursing in executive decision-making processes, advocating for clinical priorities.

Job Requirements

• Master of Science in Nursing or related field required; postgraduate degree preferred.
• Active RN license with eligibility for multistate compact licensure.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive nursing leadership experience; 10 years preferred.
• Proven ability to lead nursing operations in transitional or challenging environments.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory standards and healthcare laws.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with a focus on team-building.
• Demonstrated success in recruiting, retaining, and developing nursing staff.
• Experience in budget management and resource allocation within healthcare settings.