Chief Nurse Executive

Alameda Health System • Oakland, CA

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About The Position

Under general direction, the Chief Nurse Executive (CNE) plans, organizes, directs, evaluates, and administers the operations and programs of Alameda Health System’s Nursing Services. The position has multi-site responsibility for service delivery, including acute care and trauma/emergency services, psychiatric services, long-term care, rehabilitation, and ambulatory care. The CNE reports directly to and collaborates with the Chief Executive Officer or designee.

The CNE leads nursing policy and patient-care standards, coordinates nursing services with medical and ancillary services, oversees systems for monitoring and improving patient outcomes, and manages financial, staffing, regulatory, technology, and quality-improvement matters across Nursing Services.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program through the National League of Nursing (NLN) or Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
• Seven years of progressively responsible experience in nursing management and/or administration.
• Valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of California.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or a health care-related field.
• Master’s degree in Nursing Administration, Business Administration, or Health Care Administration is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and ensure implementation and accurate interpretation of nursing policies and procedures.
• Integrate nursing service activities with medical services, ancillary services, and other health care delivery components; participate in interdisciplinary meetings to address operational issues.
• Monitor, interpret, and influence health care financing legislation and policy.
• Oversee the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of systems to monitor and improve patient care outcomes.
• Plan and forecast financial needs for nursing services.
• Manage and monitor the use of products, equipment, and services for patient care.
• Promote continuity of care for patients, families, and the community.
• Advocate for patients, families, and the community, and promote health education and practices.
• Promote continuous quality improvement and integrate its processes within Nursing Services.
• Lead the redesign of health care delivery systems.
• Establish standards and policies for patient care.
• Interpret and implement plans to assess environmental issues that affect patient care.
• Define and develop health care programs and services to restore health and prevent illness.
• Ensure appropriate use and integration of patient care technology.
• Reduce risks to patients and the organization through effective management strategies.
• Manage regulatory and licensure requirements and ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and standards.
• Use personnel appropriately and cost-effectively in the provision of health care services.
• Develop and implement strategies to promote optimal staff retention.
• Develop and implement strategies to recruit qualified staff.
• Participate in decisions regarding fair and equitable personnel and pay practices.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: No Education Listed