Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) - Lufkin, TX

Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation • Lufkin, TX

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Woodland Heights Medical Center is your community healthcare provider, a 149-bed
facility offering inpatient and outpatient services. We believe in the power of
people to create great care. We're more than 200 healthcare professionals
strong. We are a Joint Commission accredited facility and have received awards
for cardiology, pulmonology, neurology and orthopedic surgery. We work hard
every day to be a place of healing, caring and connection for patients and
families in the community we call home.

Requirements

• Master's 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
• RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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 hospital’s 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 hospital's executive team.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees