Chief Nursing Officer (CNO)

Chief Nursing Officer Location: Starr Regional Medical Center, Athens, Tennessee. Oversight of the hospital’s nursing operations. Overview Creating an environment where patients receive high‑quality care while ensuring staff engagement. Responsibilities Prepare master nursing services staffing plan. Ensure continuous and timely nursing services to patients. Ensure nursing standards, practices, policies, and procedures comply with laws, regulations, accreditation and current research. Direct and monitor nursing service performance improvement activities. Actively participate in hospital leadership functions. Collaborate with leaders to design and provide patient care services, including sufficient, qualified nursing staff. Develop, present and manage nursing services budget. Develop and implement overall nursing plan consistent with hospital policies and objectives. Implement and interpret nursing and patient care policies, objectives and standards for quality measurement and maintenance. Implement and administer nursing services budget and expense control system. Organize, direct and supervise daily nursing service to assure adequate coverage and quality care. Recruit, interview, evaluate and hire qualified personnel. Participate in development, implementation and maintenance of hospital quality assurance and improvement program. Maintain communications with medical and administrative staff through staff meetings and hospital committees. Evaluate equipment and supply requirements for nursing care by forecasting service levels and material needs. Direct, plan and implement orientation and educational programs to promote staff training and development. Recommend and participate in development of new patient care programs for expansion of nursing services. Represent the hospital in health care programs and professional organizations. Qualifications Education Licensed Registered Nurse with knowledge of nursing principles, theories and practice standards; Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing required. Master’s Degree (MSN or MHA) required. Experience Minimum of 3–5 years of CNO experience in an investor‑owned healthcare organization. Prior Joint Commission preparation and survey experience. License Requirement Must hold a valid, active nursing license in the state where the facility is located; a single‑state or multi‑state license acceptable. Benefits Competitive salary and total compensation package. 401(k) plan. Flexible PTO. Medical, dental, vision coverage. Tuition reimbursement. Employee Assistance Program. #J-18808-Ljbffr