Chief Nursing Officer; CNO

Join the application for Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) role at Healthcare Outcomes Performance Co. (HOPCo).

Location:

Phoenix, AZ | Salary: $–$ | Status: 2 weeks ago

• Develop and execute the nursing strategic plan in alignment with organizational goals and quality priorities.
• Drive operational excellence across all nursing units and clinical support departments.
• Lead initiatives to improve patient outcomes, care coordination, and clinical workflows.
• Identify opportunities for innovation in nursing care, technology, and patient experience.

• Oversee and continuously improve patient safety, clinical quality metrics, and evidence-based practice.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and accreditation standards, including CMS, Joint Commission, Nursing Board and specialty-specific requirements.
• Chair or co-chair key committees, such as Quality, Patient Safety, Infection Prevention, and Nursing Leadership.
• Rounding for outcome:
  Influences improvement of collective results through a visible presence, engaging with processes, monitoring and building relationships.
• Knowledge of the principles and contemporary practice of hospital administration, nursing, and ancillary departments.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the development, coordination, and delivery of medical services in the inpatient and ambulatory environment.
• Knowledge of the principles of High Reliability Organizations (HRO)
• Knowledge of the principles of Shared Leadership (Professional Governance)
• Strong knowledge of ARRA, CAP, and Pharmacy Board.
• Knowledge of the healthcare marketing to include all musculoskeletal specialties.
• Basic knowledge of perioperative and department efficiency, AORN, SPD and ASPAN standards.
• Basic knowledge of ANCC Magnet® Standards.

• Lead and partner with Human Resources on nursing recruitment, retention, training, performance management, and professional development programs.
• Promote a culture of accountability, shared governance, collaboration, and employee engagement.
• Oversee and partner with Human Resources on staffing models, workforce planning, competency programs, and leadership development for nurse managers.

• Manage nursing operational budgets, productivity, and resource allocation.
• Optimize efficiency while supporting high-quality, patient-centered care.
• Lead capital and technology planning related to nursing operations.

• Build strong partnerships with medical staff, department directors, and executive leadership.
• Lead interdisciplinary team efforts to enhance clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction.
• Ensure transparent communication across all nursing levels and care teams.

• Master’s degree required (MSN, MSHA, MBA, or related field).
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or higher-level nursing degree is required.
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing is required.

• Current RN license in the State of Arizona required.
• Current certification in Executive Nursing Practice (CENP) or Nurse Executive Advanced Certification (NEA-BC) is preferred.
• Association of perioperative Registered Nurses (AORN) membership preferred.

• Minimum 7–10 years of progressive nursing leadership experience in an acute care or specialty hospital setting.
• Demonstrated success advancing quality, safety, workforce engagement, and operational performance.

• Experience in orthopedics
• Prior experience as a CNO, VP or Sr. Director
• Leadership Competencies
• Strong strategic planning and execution skills.
• Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and team leadership abilities.
• Highly skilled in change management and performance improvement.
• Commitment to patient-centered, evidence-based care.

• Collaborative and transparent leadership style.
• Strong advocate for nurses and frontline caregivers.
• Passion for delivering exceptional patient care.
• Data-driven decision maker with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Ability to inspire, motivate, and empower high-performing teams.

Executive

Full-time

Health Care Provider

Hospitals and Health Care

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