Chief Nursing Officer

The SAINT ALPHONSUS REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER is now hiring a Chief Nursing Officer!

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SUMMARY :

In accordance with the Mission, Vision and Guiding Behaviors, the Chief Nursing Officer works collaboratively with all members of the healthcare team, strategizing to position patient care services as a destination of choice for populations served throughout the care continuum, as well as a workplace of choice for attraction of the best and brightest staff. She / he will have responsibility for standards of nursing practice, evidence-based quality and safety of patient care, deployment of evidence-based 'experience of care' standards, performance improvement, and nursing leadership development throughout patient care services.

Aligned with the Saint Alphonsus Health System (SAHS) regional strategic priorities and the Trinity Health nursing and people centered care strategies, the CNO will bring a vision for nursing to Saint Alphonsus regional Medical Center.

This position is responsible for the development, communication and successful execution of established financial, operational, clinical and quality objectives and strategic and tactical plans as defined by the organization. The position is responsible for providing leadership direction and administrative functions for nursing related operations including, but not limited to, standards of nursing practice, nursing standards of patient care, and related nursing policies and procedures. Directs the implementation and ensures compliance with standards of nursing practice and all regulatory standards as they apply to nursing practice. Responsible as the qualified Nurse Executive for the provision of quality patient care services. The position is also responsible for focusing key stakeholders' activities and determining improvement and collaboration opportunities.

REQUIREMENTS :

• Current Idaho RN license required Must provide licensure or proof of application in process in in Oregon within 6 months.
• Advanced degree with at least one degree (under-grad or grad) in nursing (MSN, MHA, MBA) required.
• Seven years current and relevant administrative experience (Health or Business) at a Senior Management level or in positions that supported Senior Management and strategic direction with Board and Medical Staff interactions.
• CNO experience preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of professional nursing practice in an executive or specialty practice area as evidenced through certification (e.g. CENP, NEA-BC, FACHE, etc.). Certification required within 18 months of hire.

WHAT YOU WILL DO :

a) Oversees day to day operations of all nursing services and collaborates with all operational and support staff to ensure safe clinical care

b) Ensures that staffing policies and practices provide for continuous and timely availability of nursing services

c) Ensures the recruitment, retention, development, succession planning and engagement of quality patient care associates and leadership.

d) Promotes an environment of shared leadership and decision-making.

e) Participates with hospital leaders to meet the needs for clinical integration and the needs for patient care in those settings.

f) Actively engages with the nursing directors, managers and front-line staff to continually improve the practice of nursing.

g) Collaborates with all other clinical services to create synergistic relationships that move High Reliability Organization (HRO) principles and Zero Harm initiatives forward.

h) Participates with other leaders, medical staff, and clinical areas in developing, implementing, reviewing, revising and monitoring activities to promote performance improvement nursing care and patient care.

Colleagues of Saint Alphonsus Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout SAHS and Trinity Health.

Visit www.saintalphonsus.org / careers to learn more about the benefits, culture and career development opportunities available to you at Saint Alphonsus Health System.

Saint Alphonsus and Trinity Health are committed to promoting diversity in its workforce and to providing an inclusive work environment where everyone is treated with fairness, dignity and respect. We are committed to recruit and retain a diverse staff reflective of the communities we serve. Saint Alphonsus and Trinity Health are equal opportunity employers and prohibit discrimination against any individual with regard to race, color, religion, gender, marital status, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.