Associate Chief Nursing Officer (ACNO), Children's Enterprise

The Company is seeking an Associate Chief Nursing Officer to provide strategic and operational leadership for clinical nursing services across inpatient and ambulatory settings. The role oversees nursing practice, care delivery, compliance, performance improvement, and risk management, while aligning clinical priorities with broader organizational strategy. The successful candidate will promote evidence-based, high-quality care and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, physician and advanced practice leaders, and affiliated care organizations. Responsibilities also include strengthening workforce planning, supporting professional development, and advancing consistent nursing standards across the enterprise. Candidates must hold bachelor’s and master’s degrees in nursing or a related field; a doctorate is preferred. Eligibility for registered nurse licensure in Tennessee is required, while Nurse Executive or executive nursing practice certification is preferred. Applicants should have at least 10 years of progressively responsible administrative experience in an academic healthcare setting. Strong executive leadership, communication, strategic planning, and experience guiding complex clinical operations are essential.