CHIEF Nursing Officer

Overview UConn Health Waterbury Hospital seeks a highly accomplished Vice President / Chief Nursing Officer to lead nursing during a defining period of growth, integration, and organizational transformation. The Position The Vice President / Chief Nursing Officer provides executive leadership for the planning, delivery, and advancement of nursing care across UConn Health Waterbury Hospital. As a visible member of the senior leadership team, the CNO will play a central role in aligning nursing practice with the hospital’s mission, operating priorities, and integration with UConn Health. The executive will establish standards for nursing practice and maintain accountability for nursing services across the hospital, with matrixed responsibility for off‑site nursing functions. The CNO is responsible for advancing clinical, operational, workforce, and professional practice performance while aligning nursing with UConn Health standards. The role requires a leader who can operate strategically and practically. The next CNO must create structure and discipline in daily operations, build the professional practice foundation required for long‑term success, and serve as a visible, trusted presence for frontline staff. Equally important, this leader must partner effectively with physicians, administrators, labor leaders, and system leadership to drive measurable progress. Key Responsibilities Plan, deliver, and advance nursing care across the hospital. Establish and enforce nursing practice standards and accountability. Align nursing practice with hospital mission, operational priorities, and UConn Health integration. Advance clinical, operational, workforce, and professional practice performance. Provide strategic and practical leadership, creating structure and discipline in daily operations. Partner with physicians, administrators, labor leaders, and system leadership to drive measurable progress. Compensation UConn Waterbury is offering a competitive executive package with an anticipated base salary between $250,000 and $300,000. Apply Interested candidates should submit a curriculum vitae and a letter of interest outlining relevant leadership experience. All inquiries, nominations, and candidate conversations will be handled with the highest level of confidentiality. Please contact Beth Ross of AMN Healthcare at View email address on click.appcast.io for applications, recommendations, or additional information. #J-18808-Ljbffr