About The Position

The Assistant Chief Nursing Officer (ACNO) directs nursing service activities for the assigned hospital and helps ensure the safety of its nursing units. The role includes recommending staff-to-patient ratios, maintaining a system for determining and providing adequate staffing for appropriate nursing care, and serving as a liaison between nursing staff and administration. The ACNO promotes staff productivity and develops and implements nursing-service policies and procedures in compliance with PAM Health system policies and procedures and accreditation standards. PAM Health describes its work as patient-centric, focused on exceptional patient care and patient satisfaction. The organization offers competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, education and in-service opportunities, and opportunities for professional growth through its Education Advancement Program. Its mission is to provide compassionate, expert care and support recovery through education and research.

Requirements

  • RN licensure in good standing in the state where the hospital is located.
  • At least five years of clinical nursing experience.
  • Current BLS certification.
  • Current ACLS certification.

Nice To Haves

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • At least three years of nursing management experience preferred.
  • Certification in a specified field preferred, such as CNE, CRRN, CCRN, or PCCN.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure the safety of the nursing unit(s) and hospital.
  • Direct nursing service activities for the assigned hospital.
  • Make recommendations for staff-to-patient ratios.
  • Maintain a system to determine and provide adequate staff for appropriate nursing care.
  • Serve as a liaison between staff and administration.
  • Promote staff productivity.
  • Develop and implement nursing-service policies and procedures in compliance with PAM Health policies and procedures and accreditation standards.

Benefits

  • Medical benefits with EPO, HDHP, and HSA options, including prescription coverage, RX ‘n go, and Teladoc.
  • Comprehensive dental and vision coverage.
  • Employee Assistance Program, including counseling, legal, and financial services.
  • Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
  • Life and disability insurance.
  • Education and in-service opportunities, including continuing education and tuition services.
  • Supplemental accident, critical illness, cancer, pet, and identity theft protection insurance options.
  • Personal travel discounts.
  • 401(k) plan with discretionary employer match.
  • Generous paid benefit time.
  • Education Advancement Program and opportunities for professional growth.
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