Associate Chief Nursing Officer

The Company is seeking an Associate Chief Nursing Officer (ACNO) to join their team. The ACNO will work closely with the Chief Nursing Officer in the executive-level management of resources, strategic planning, and development, with a focus on promoting high-quality, patient-centered care. This leadership role involves operational and functional responsibility for patient care areas, special projects, and initiatives. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring continuous improvement in clinical and non-clinical services, maintaining uniform quality of nursing and patient care, and monitoring customer satisfaction. The ACNO will also be involved in budgeting, and goal setting, and will serve as a key liaison between the nursing staff, medical staff, and hospital leadership. Applicants for the ACNO position at the company must have a CA RN license, national leadership board certification through the ANCC, and a BSN with a Master's degree in nursing, healthcare, business, or a related discipline. A minimum of 6 years' experience in patient care management, including nursing management, is required, with a background in managing clinical services in a managed care environment. The role demands a candidate with strong leadership, communication, and business skills, who can effectively manage to achieve hospital and organization-wide goals. The ACNO will be expected to demonstrate the ability to foster good medical staff relations, ensure safety and regulatory standards, and maintain a program for the recruitment and retention of high-quality team members.