Chief Nursing Officer (CNO)

The Company is seeking a Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) to join its executive leadership team. The CNO will be a visionary leader, responsible for the overall delivery and management of nursing professional practice, education, development, research, administration, and clinical services. This role requires a candidate with extensive executive-level experience in high-performing healthcare organizations, a strong clinical operations background, and a proven track record of success in improving performance, patient flow, and collaboration. The CNO will be accountable for nursing practice, quality, education, and research, and must be adept at leading in a complex, matrixed healthcare environment. Building and maintaining a culture of trust, and inspiring commitment to the organization's goals are essential. The successful candidate will ensure that the organization's values and goals are reflected in daily operations, create a healthy work environment, and foster a multidisciplinary approach to quality improvement. They will also be responsible for budget management, promoting professional nursing practice, and driving continuous quality improvement through research and evidence-based practices. The CNO will work closely with the Chief Medical Officer, and other medical and nursing leaders, to enhance the clinical practice environment and ensure the highest standards of patient care, safety, and experience. A history of developing and mentoring strong leadership teams, as well as the ability to influence the nursing profession at regional, state, and national levels, is required.