Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) Fort Wayne, IN

Fort Wayne, IN - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Serving the community since 1904 Lutheran Hospital is a 396-bed tertiary care facility that provides healthcare services to patients in Fort Wayne and throughout northeastern Indiana and northwestern Ohio. Accredited by The Joint Commission and part of Lutheran Health Network we are dedicated to providing compassionate quality care with the best possible experience to every patient every time and to making a positive impact on our community.

In addition to traditional healthcare Lutheran Hospital provides extensive specialized services through:

Level II verified adult and pediatric trauma centers
A certified comprehensive stroke center
An accredited comprehensive cancer program
Northeastern Indianas only accredited comprehensive bariatric surgery center
Leadership in cardiac care is reflected in the hospitals vast cardiology and cardiovascular services.

Recognitions include:

The HeartCARE Center TM National Distinction of Excellence (the American College of Cardiologys highest recognition)
AFib with electrophysiology services accreditation
Chest pain center with PCI and resuscitation accreditation
Cardiac cath lab with PCI accreditation
Heart failure accreditation with outpatient services
Certificate of Distinction for ventricular assist device program
Transcatheter valve certification (the first in Indiana)
Since young patients have unique needs Lutheran Childrens Hospital provides care to infants children and teens in dedicated inpatient outpatient and ER settings designed entirely for kids.

Essential Functions

Provides leadership and direction for all nursing services ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient care and compliance with healthcare standards.
Develops and implements nursing policies procedures and programs to support patient care and operational goals.
Oversees the recruitment development and retention of nursing staff ensuring adequate staffing levels and fostering a positive work environment.
Collaborates with the senior leadership team and department heads to develop strategies that promote the hospitals mission and improve patient care outcomes.
Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements accreditation standards and internal policies related to nursing care and patient safety.
Monitors nursing performance metrics and quality indicators identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
Provides guidance and mentorship to nursing managers and department heads fostering leadership development and continuous improvement.
Leads efforts to improve patient satisfaction safety and clinical outcomes by promoting evidence-based practices and continuous education for nursing staff.
Manages nursing budgets and resources ensuring cost-effective operations without compromising the quality of care.
Participates in strategic planning decision-making and policy development as a member of the hospitals executive team.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

Masters Degree in Nursing Health Administration or related field required
Minimum of 10 years of nursing experience with at least five (5) years in a senior nursing leadership role such as CNO or Director of Nursing in a hospital or healthcare facility required

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Strong leadership and management skills with a proven ability to lead nursing teams and improve patient care outcomes.
Deep understanding of healthcare regulations quality standards and accreditation processes.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate with clinical and administrative leaders.
Financial acumen with experience in managing nursing budgets staffing and resource allocation.
Ability to implement evidence-based practices and foster a culture of continuous improvement in nursing care.

Licenses and Certifications

RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required

Required Experience:

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DescriptionServing the community since 1904 Lutheran Hospital is a 396-bed tertiary care facility that provides healthcare services to patients in Fort Wayne and throughout northeastern Indiana and northwestern Ohio. Accredited by The Joint Commission and part of Lutheran Health Network we are dedic...