Interim Chief Nursing Officer (CNO), Emergency Services Greater San Jose, CA Area

The Company is seeking a Chief Nursing Officer for Emergency Services to provide strategic and operational leadership across adult and pediatric emergency care and related services. The role oversees service strategy, financial direction, staffing, and day-to-day operations while advancing patient flow, care quality, safety, and patient and staff experience. Responsibilities include setting short- and long-term plans, leading improvement initiatives, developing programs, and ensuring effective use of resources. The CNO also guides clinical standards and policies, supports regulatory compliance, and builds strong partnerships across care teams and organizational leadership. Candidates must hold a master’s degree in nursing, healthcare administration, business, or a related field; a doctorate is preferred. At least 10 years of progressively responsible administrative or management experience is required, along with executive communication, strategic planning, team leadership, and process-improvement capabilities. Applicants should bring expertise in emergency nursing practice and the ability to lead innovation, manage change, and improve patient flow and outcomes. A California Registered Nurse license and current ACLS, BLS, PALS, TNCC, and CEN certifications are required; NEA-BC certification is preferred.

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Stanford Health Care