RN CNO Full-time
Woodland Heights Medical Center

Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) - Lufkin, TX

Woodland Heights Medical Center is your community healthcare provider, a 149-bed facility offering inpatient and outpatient services. We believe in the power of people to create great care. We're more than 200 healthcare professionals strong. We are a Joint Commission accredited facility and have received awards for cardiology, pulmonology, neurology and orthopedic surgery. We work hard every day to be a place of healing, caring and connection for patients and families in the community we call home.

Essential Functions

  • Provides leadership and direction for all nursing services, ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient care and compliance with healthcare standards.
  • Develops and implements nursing policies, procedures, and programs to support patient care and operational goals.
  • Oversees the recruitment, development, and retention of nursing staff, ensuring adequate staffing levels and fostering a positive work environment.
  • Collaborates with the senior leadership team and department heads to develop strategies that promote the hospital’s mission and improve patient care outcomes.
  • Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, accreditation standards, and internal policies related to nursing care and patient safety.
  • Monitors nursing performance metrics and quality indicators, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
  • Provides guidance and mentorship to nursing managers and department heads, fostering leadership development and continuous improvement.
  • Leads efforts to improve patient satisfaction, safety, and clinical outcomes by promoting evidence-based practices and continuous education for nursing staff.
  • Manages nursing budgets and resources, ensuring cost-effective operations without compromising the quality of care.
  • Participates in strategic planning, decision-making, and policy development as a member of the hospital's executive team.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
  • Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

  • Master's Degree in Nursing, Health Administration, or related field required
  • Minimum of 10 years of nursing experience, with at least five (5) years in a senior nursing leadership role, such as CNO or Director of Nursing in a hospital or healthcare facility required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Strong leadership and management skills, with a proven ability to lead nursing teams and improve patient care outcomes.
  • Deep understanding of healthcare regulations, quality standards, and accreditation processes.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with clinical and administrative leaders.
  • Financial acumen, with experience in managing nursing budgets, staffing, and resource allocation.
  • Ability to implement evidence-based practices and foster a culture of continuous improvement in nursing care.

Licenses and Certifications

  • RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required

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