Summary
Job Description:
The Vice President/Chief Nursing Officer (VP/CNO) has the authority and responsibility for the implementation of standards of nursing practice and the implementation of nursing care according to those standards. The VP/CNO or designee reviews and approves nursing policies and procedures and designs systems for the delivery of patient care including provision of adequate staffing.
The VP/CNO collaboratively works with members of the governing body, medical staff, nursing staff and other hospital leaders in planning, promoting, and conducting patient focused and nurse sensitive performance-improvement activities in support of the hospital initiatives. The VP/CNO participates in evaluating, selecting, and integrating health care technology and information systems in support of patient care needs.
The VP/CNO has full accountability and responsibility regarding the development, implementation, and evaluation of operational and capital budgets for nursing. The VP/CNO supports the efficient utilization of clinical resources while meeting expectations for quality and safe patient care delivery. Ultimately, the VP/CNO is an exemplar for promoting a positive practice environment – honoring nursing as a distinct discipline and supporting an environment focused on healing and wellness.
Minimum Requirements:
- Licensed as an RN in Kentucky
- Master’s Degree in Nursing, or a Master's degree in Management with 5-10 additional years of nursing experience.
- Ten years of experience in nursing; five years in healthcare management.
- Professional certification as Nurse Executive
- Demonstrated success in systems work and in collaboration of nursing services
