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Scionhealth

Assistant Chief Nursing Officer

Scionhealth, Palestine, Texas, United States, 75801

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Description

At ScionHealth , we empower our caregivers to do what they do best. We value every voice by caring deeply for every patient and each other. We show courage by running toward the challenge and we lean into new ideas by embracing curiosity and question asking. Together, we create our culture by living our values in our day-to-day interactions with our patients and teammates.

Job Summary

The Assistant Chief Nursing Officer (ACNO) supports the Chief Nursing Officer in overseeing the delivery of high-quality patient care and regulatory compliance across nursing departments

This role assists in leading clinical operations, staff development, budget planning, quality improvement initiatives, and performance monitoring

The ACNO fosters a culture of excellence, collaboration, and innovation while promoting patient and staff satisfaction

Essential Functions

Assists in the development and implementation of nursing policies, procedures, and care standards

Monitors and evaluates department performance, including staffing, quality, safety, and satisfaction metrics

Leads or supports quality improvement, patient safety, and infection control initiatives

Participates in strategic planning and service line development to enhance care delivery and financial performance

Supports recruitment, retention, orientation, and continuing education for nursing staff

Collaborates with physicians and multidisciplinary teams to improve outcomes and patient experiences

Ensures consistent application of hospital policies and regulatory standards across departments

Oversees budget planning and resource allocation in collaboration with the CNO

Acts as a mentor and resource for nursing managers and front-line staff

Represents nursing leadership in internal committees and community outreach activities

Promotes compliance with National Patient Safety Goals and workplace safety standards

Maintains documentation of initiatives, monitors key performance indicators, and reports progress to leadership

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

Ability to lead with minimal supervision in a dynamic, complex environment

Excellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills

Proficient in electronic medical records and Microsoft Office tools

Strong understanding of performance improvement, fiscal stewardship, and evidence-based practice

Willingness to travel up to 20% as needed

Must read, write, and speak fluent English

Demonstrates consistent attendance and professional conduct

Qualifications Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or related healthcare leadership degree preferred

Licenses/Certifications

Current RN license in the state of practice required

Experience

Minimum five (5) years of director-level nursing leadership experience

Strong knowledge of hospital operations, nursing standards, and regulatory compliance (TJC, CMS)

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