CNO/COO

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Facility:

Participates in development of the organization's vision, policies and short- and long-term objectives.

Collaborates with hospital leadership and medical staff to identify and develop new patient care programs, policies, procedures, and practice standards for the nursing departments.

Develops, implements and monitors operating budgets for areas of responsibility.

Maintains knowledge of industry trends and recommends cost effective and efficient solutions.

Develops and implements a program to measure, assess and improve the quality of nursing care provided by the organization.

Ensures compliance with applicable laws and regulations related to nursing services and healthcare.

Serves as liaison between Board of Directors, executive leadership, management, stakeholders, financial institutions, and regulatory agencies.

Licensure / Certification / Registration

Required Credential(s): Registered Nurse credentialed from the Wisconsin Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education

Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree with 7 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required, with 4 of those years being in leadership/management. OR 5 years of experience required. 10 years of experience preferred. 2 years of leadership or management experience required. 5 years of leadership or management experience preferred.

Qualifications:

Active RN license; Wisconsin RN licensure required prior to hire.

Previous Chief Nursing Officer experience required.

Prior experience in a combined COO/CNO role preferred.

Strong hospital operations, financial management, and physician relationship experience.

Demonstrated ability to lead clinical and ancillary departments.

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