Kindred Healthcare
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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 Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) has ultimate administrative responsibility for nursing standards and practices across all areas of the hospital. The CNO provides strategic leadership and oversight of nursing operations, ensuring delivery of high-quality, compassionate, and evidence-based care. This role collaborates with hospital leadership to design and implement clinical programs that drive improved outcomes and operational performance. The CNO is responsible for developing nursing policies, maintaining regulatory compliance, managing nursing resources, and leading performance improvement initiatives.
Essential Functions
Ensures continuous, safe, and timely nursing care and services
Establishes nursing standards and practices that comply with laws, regulations, and current professional standards
Develops and manages nursing services budget, staffing plans, and resource allocation
Leads hospital-wide Performance Improvement initiatives related to nursing services
Oversees recruitment, hiring, evaluation, and development of nursing staff
Participates in strategic planning and leadership committees
Collaborates with other hospital departments to ensure coordinated patient care
Prepares for and participates in regulatory and accreditation surveys
Develops and implements orientation and professional development programs for nursing staff
Evaluates equipment and supply needs for nursing units
Represents the hospital in community and professional forum
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations
In-depth knowledge of nursing practice standards and regulatory requirements
Strong leadership and organizational skills
Effective verbal and written communication abilities
Proficiency in budget development and resource management
Ability to mentor and lead interdisciplinary teams
Demonstrated strategic thinking and decision-making capabilities
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Nursing required
Master’s degree required (MSN or MHA preferred)
Licenses/Certifications
Current and active Registered Nurse license
Experience
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a Chief Nursing Officer in an investor-owned healthcare organization.
Prior experience with Joint Commission preparation and survey process
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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 Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) has ultimate administrative responsibility for nursing standards and practices across all areas of the hospital. The CNO provides strategic leadership and oversight of nursing operations, ensuring delivery of high-quality, compassionate, and evidence-based care. This role collaborates with hospital leadership to design and implement clinical programs that drive improved outcomes and operational performance. The CNO is responsible for developing nursing policies, maintaining regulatory compliance, managing nursing resources, and leading performance improvement initiatives.
Essential Functions
Ensures continuous, safe, and timely nursing care and services
Establishes nursing standards and practices that comply with laws, regulations, and current professional standards
Develops and manages nursing services budget, staffing plans, and resource allocation
Leads hospital-wide Performance Improvement initiatives related to nursing services
Oversees recruitment, hiring, evaluation, and development of nursing staff
Participates in strategic planning and leadership committees
Collaborates with other hospital departments to ensure coordinated patient care
Prepares for and participates in regulatory and accreditation surveys
Develops and implements orientation and professional development programs for nursing staff
Evaluates equipment and supply needs for nursing units
Represents the hospital in community and professional forum
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations
In-depth knowledge of nursing practice standards and regulatory requirements
Strong leadership and organizational skills
Effective verbal and written communication abilities
Proficiency in budget development and resource management
Ability to mentor and lead interdisciplinary teams
Demonstrated strategic thinking and decision-making capabilities
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Nursing required
Master’s degree required (MSN or MHA preferred)
Licenses/Certifications
Current and active Registered Nurse license
Experience
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a Chief Nursing Officer in an investor-owned healthcare organization.
Prior experience with Joint Commission preparation and survey process
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