Opportunity Details
The Chief Nursing Officer and Vice President, Operations at our client will report to the President of Endeavor Health Northwest Community and the System Chief Nurse Executive for nursing practice and excellence. This position involves overseeing 12 direct reports and a total staff count of over 1600, working collaboratively with regional/system leaders, and managing various professional and support departments at the hospital. The CNO/VP will be responsible for nursing operations, professional practice, development, and advancement, as well as leading the hospitals clinical operational functions, including patient care services, ancillary services, and hospital-based ambulatory services.
Endeavor Health is a network of expert caregivers committed to transforming the future of healthcare, with a focus on research and innovation. Northwest Community Hospital, part of Endeavor Health, provides outstanding care to the communities it serves, with accolades such as Magnet designation for nursing excellence and The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval. The ideal candidate for the CNO/VP position will have ten years of professional healthcare experience, including leadership in a dynamic healthcare organization, prior nursing leadership experience at the VP or CNO level, and knowledge of OSHA, Joint Commission, and other regulations. A Master's degree or higher in Nursing, Public Health, Healthcare Administration, or related field, along with current State of Illinois Registered Nurse licensure, is required, with additional credentials such as a Doctorate in Nursing and board certification as a Nurse Executive preferred.