Chief Nursing Officer - Carondelet, St. Joseph's Hospital

Conifer Health Solutions•Tucson, AZ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) is a key member of the executive leadership team, responsible for the strategic direction, operational oversight, and clinical excellence of nursing services and designated patient care functions. Reporting directly to the CEO, the CNO will partner closely with physicians, executive leaders, and governing board members to advance quality outcomes, strengthen nursing practice, enhance employee engagement, and support continued organizational growth. This leader will foster a culture of accountability, innovation, safety, and excellence across the organization.

Requirements

Current RN licensure
Master's degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or related field
10+ years of progressive nursing leadership experience
5+ years in a senior nursing leadership role within an acute care hospital

Nice To Haves

Progressive senior nursing leadership experience within a complex acute care environment
Experience in trauma, emergency, critical care, and tertiary-care settings preferred
Expertise in quality improvement, patient safety, and regulatory compliance
Proven success leading transformational change and building high-performing teams
Exceptional relationship-building, communication, and executive leadership skills
Strong financial and operational acumen, including large-scale budget oversight
A commitment to servant leadership, nursing excellence, and talent development
Doctoral degree (DNP, PhD, EdD, or DHA)
Experience within a Level I Trauma Center, Comprehensive Stroke Center, or large tertiary-care organization
ANCC Nurse Executive Advanced (NEA-BC) or comparable executive nursing certification