Regional Chief Nursing Officer Overview • The Regional Chief Nursing Officer provides executive leadership for nursing operations across multiple acute care hospitals within a designated region. • Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to advance clinical excellence, patient safety, and operational performance. • Partners with corporate leadership to implement standardized nursing practices and evidence-based care initiatives. • Leads change management efforts to remove operational barriers and ensure successful execution of corporate strategies. • Mentors nursing leaders, fostering collaboration, accountability, and professional growth. • Conducts regular site visits and operational reviews to align regional hospitals with corporate standards. • Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, including CMS and The Joint Commission standards. • Serves as a strategic advisor to corporate leadership on workforce strategy and clinical performance. • Provides hands-on leadership to drive accountability and continuous improvement across the region. Regional Chief Nursing Officer Key Responsibilities & Duties • Lead nursing operations across multiple acute care hospitals within the assigned region. • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to improve clinical quality and operational performance. • Implement standardized nursing practices and evidence-based care initiatives. • Utilize operational, financial, and quality metrics to drive accountability and excellence. • Mentor and develop nursing leaders to foster collaboration and clinical excellence. • Conduct site visits and operational reviews to ensure alignment with corporate standards. • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and regulatory requirements. • Advise corporate leadership on nursing operations and workforce strategy. • Drive change management initiatives to remove barriers and implement solutions. Regional Chief Nursing Officer Job Requirements • Current and valid state license as a Registered Nurse. • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and Master of Science in Nursing or related advanced degree required. • Minimum of five years of clinical experience in acute care settings. • At least two years of supervisory or management experience. • Proven ability to lead interdisciplinary teams and drive clinical excellence. • Experience in implementing standardized practices and performance improvement initiatives. • Strong knowledge of CMS, The Joint Commission, and regulatory compliance standards. • Excellent communication and leadership skills to mentor and develop nursing leaders. • Ability to travel frequently and conduct operational reviews across multiple sites.