Description
We are seeking candidates for Assistant CNO opportunity for a 382-bed acute care hospital dedicated to serving the residents of Ventura and Los Angeles Counties and the Greater Conejo Valley and its surrounding communities.
Salary Estimate based on years of experience
Minimum - $64/hr
Midpoint - $80/hr -10
Maximum - $96/hr -20
Sign-On Bonus:
There’s no set sign-on bonus at this time but that can be part of the compensation package if needed.
Relocation Assistance:
Yes, amount is Case by Case Basis
The Assistant Chief Nursing Officer (ACNO) assists the CNO in executive-level management of resources, strategic planning and development of policies and procedures which ensure congruence with the mission and vision of the organization. The ACNO has operational and functional responsibility for a group of patient care areas and/or special projects or initiatives. The ACNO will develop communication, knowledge, leadership, professionalism, and business skills necessary to advance to a CNO.
Major Responsibilities:
Operations and Outcomes
Assists the CNO in developing and managing the nursing services budget and ensuring sufficient number of qualified staff to assess patient needs
Ensures that continuous performance improvement initiatives are designed to measure and improve the quality of care delivered and are consistent with the organization priorities
Works collaboratively with other patient care and support departments, fostering a climate of open communication and mutual problem solving activities. Initiates and participates in joint performance improvement activities
Assists in managing costs by continually seeking data that will identify opportunities and take action to eliminate non-value costs
Assumes primary responsibility for projects or task groups as assigned, keeping colleagues informed of the progress toward desired outcome
Actively participates with others in planning activities associated with design or implementation of renovation or new construction of patient care areas
Assists in planning new services that generate additional sources of profitable revenue
Leadership
Represents the nursing services at meetings as deemed necessary; participates with department leaders in designing and providing patient care and services
Fosters independence and autonomy in all staff members in areas of responsibility. Actively seeks those activities which promote/encourage independent thinking/problem solving behaviors
Assumes responsibility for continuing education and developmental needs
Participates in professional organizations and community healthcare related organizations
Assumes the role of preceptor/instructor for undergraduate or graduate nursing students upon request
Serves as a positive, professional role model
Regularly rounds on key constituents (patients, families, employees, and physicians) to enhance communication, ensure alignment, oversee operations, and that the experience is exceptional.
Practice
Qualifications
Education & Experience:
Bachelor's degree Nursing required
Master's degree in nursing or another appropriate postgraduate health science degree is required or proof of enrollment with a written plan to advanced degree completion is required
5+ years of experience in management and supervisory nursing role; most recent 3 of the last 5 years of leadership must have been in a direct leadership role in a hospital setting or direct patient care environment required
Or equivalent combination of education and/or experience
Licenses, Certifications, & Training:
Current Registered Nurse license without restrictions required
Specialty certification in Executive Nursing Practice and/or Healthcare Administration preferred
Membership in American Organization of Nurse Executives (AONE) preferred
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Personal Characteristics:
Verbal, interpersonal, and quantitative skills typically acquired through management experience and completion of an advanced degree required
Strong organizational, analytical and communication abilities as well as excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities required
Exhibits good judgment and emotional stability required
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