Interim Chief Nursing Officer (CNO)

Mille Lacs Health System Onamia, MN 56359, US

$172,000 - $258,000 / year

Summary

The Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) at this independent rural healthcare organization is responsible for leading the nursing staff and overseeing the quality of nursing care across all departments. This role combines clinical expertise with strategic leadership to ensure that the organization delivers exceptional patient care while aligning with the mission, vision, and values of the facility.

Job Duties

The essential functions of this job are identified with an asterisk (*) at the end of the bullet point.

Develop and implement nursing strategies that align with the organization's goals.
Serve as a member of the senior leadership team, contributing to organizational strategy and policy development.
Oversee compliance with healthcare regulations, accreditation standards, and best practices in nursing care.
Lead initiatives to improve patient outcomes, safety, and satisfaction.
Support recruiting, training, and mentor nursing staff to ensure high levels of competency and engagement.
Manage staff performance, including evaluations, professional development, and conflict resolution.
Participate in financial forecasting and manage the service line assigned department's budgets.
Ensure efficient use of resources while maintaining high-quality care standards.
Coordinate with other department heads to ensure seamless integration of nursing services with other medical services.
Implement and oversee the models of care delivery suitable for a rural setting, focusing on community health needs.
Act as the primary nursing representative in community health initiatives and partnerships.
Communicate effectively with the board, staff, and community to promote the organization's nursing services.
Ensure that the organization meets all federal, state, and local healthcare regulations related to nursing practices.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Employee will comply with all Mille Lacs Health System (MLHS) policies, including safety policies, procedures, and rules. All will be expected to report unsafe conditions to a member of management.

Required Education and Experience

Master's degree in nursing, business or related field.

Minnesota Registered Nurse Licensure.

A minimum of 7-10 years of progressively responsible nursing experience, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership or administrative role within a hospital setting.
Experience in a rural healthcare setting is beneficial.

Preferred Education and Experience

Certification in Nurse Leadership or Executive Nursing Practice (like NE-BC or CENP) is preferred.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

A minimum of 7-10 years of progressively responsible nursing experience, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership or administrative role.
Experience in a rural healthcare setting is beneficial.
Demonstrated experience in financial planning and analysis with previous experience overseeing human resources, information technology, and legal implications.
Skilled in organizational development, personnel development, budget and resource development, and strategic planning.
Excellent people skills, with an ability to partner with a dynamic leadership team.
Possess personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and commitment to corporate mission.
Flexible and can work within an ambiguous, fast-moving environment, while also driving toward clarity and solutions; demonstrated resourcefulness in setting priorities and guiding people and systems.

Executive level professional written and verbal communication

Patient Care, Quality and Safety focused
Ethical Conduct
Personal Effectiveness/Credibility
Stress Management/Composure
Teamwork and collaboration orientation
Technological capacity

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

Exempt position mainly Monday-Friday. This position may require occasional evening or weekend work to address urgent situations or to attend community events.

The CNO will work primarily in an office setting but will also spend time on the hospital floor engaging with staff and observe patient care.

Supervisory Responsibility

Position oversees Clinics, inpatient, emergency department, surgery, infusion, ambulance, radiology, senior behavioral health unit, quality, homecare/hospice service lines.

Mille Lacs Health System operates under the principles of equal employment opportunity for all persons without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, in regard to public assistance or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state or local law.

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