Chief Nursing Officer

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Chief Nursing Officer (CNO)
Major NYC Health System | System-Wide Leadership Role

About This Leadership Opportunity

Join one of New York City's most respected health systems as Chief Nursing Officer, where you'll shape nursing excellence across a multi-facility enterprise serving one of the world's most diverse patient populations. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer and partnering with the system's Chief Nursing Executive, you'll lead transformative initiatives that elevate clinical practice, operational performance, and patient outcomes at scale.

This is a high-visibility executive role for a proven nursing leader ready to drive system-wide standardization, mentor nursing teams across multiple sites, and influence organizational strategy at the highest level.

Strategic Priorities

Enterprise Nursing Leadership
Set the vision and operational framework for nursing excellence across the health system. Lead facility-wide initiatives that balance patient satisfaction, staff engagement, quality metrics, and financial stewardship.

Clinical Excellence & Innovation
Design and implement evidence-based nursing education programs, clinical pathways, and standardized best practices. Champion research initiatives and create platforms for knowledge-sharing across the nursing enterprise.

Operational Performance Management
Direct performance improvement initiatives aligned with system objectives. Use data analytics to identify opportunities, implement solutions, and demonstrate measurable impact on clinical and operational outcomes.

Strategic Collaboration
Partner with C-suite executives, physician leaders, and multidisciplinary teams to integrate clinical strategies, advance nursing policies, and align operational standards across the continuum of care.

Talent Development & Culture
Build a world-class nursing workforce through strategic recruitment, comprehensive training programs, competency development, and succession planning. Foster strong labor-management partnerships and maintain effective union relations.

Regulatory Compliance & Quality Assurance
Ensure all nursing operations meet state, federal, and accreditation standards. Navigate complex bioethical, legal, and public policy issues while maintaining the highest standards of patient safety and care quality.

Financial Stewardship
Develop and manage operating, staffing, and capital budgets for enterprise-wide nursing operations. Drive initiatives that optimize resource allocation while maintaining clinical excellence.

Required Qualifications

Licensure & Education

• Active New York State Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Master's degree in Nursing Administration, MSN, MHA, or related field (Doctoral degree preferred)

Experience

• Minimum 8 years progressive nursing experience
• Minimum 6 years in nursing administration, management, or executive leadership
• Multi-site or health system experience strongly preferred
• Demonstrated success leading large-scale nursing operations and change initiatives

Leadership Competencies

• Strategic planning and execution in complex healthcare environments
• Strong financial acumen and budget management experience
• Proven ability to build consensus and lead through influence
• Experience with union environments and labor relations
• Track record of improving quality metrics and operational efficiency

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Health & Wellness
Medical, dental, and vision coverage with multiple plan options
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care
Management Benefits Fund (MBF)

Work-Life Balance
Generous vacation and sick leave accrual
Family & Medical Leave Act (FMLA) protection
Special Leave of Absence Coverage (SLOAC)
Additional leave options for diverse life circumstances

Financial Security & Retirement
New York City Employees' Retirement System (NYCERS)
Variable Deferred Compensation (VDC)
Tax-Deferred Annuity 403(b) Plan
457 Deferred Compensation Plan
NYCE IRA options
Additional savings plan alternatives

Professional Development
Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program
Access to system-wide continuing education resources
Leadership development opportunities

Additional Perks
Pre-tax transit benefits (MTA/commuter)
Municipal Credit Union (MCU) membership with exclusive benefits
Employee discount programs