Associate, Chief Nursing Officer - Medicine Services - Ambulatory

Riedman Campus

Full time

REQ_242498

Associate, Chief Nursing Officer - Medicine Services - Ambulatory

Rochester, NY

SUMMARY:

The Associate Chief Nursing Officer (ACNO) reports to the Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer. The ACNO is the Senior Nursing Leader accountable for one or more service lines within the Patient Care Services Division. Has full responsibility for nursing operations, people management, strategic/clinical goals, and budget responsibility.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Formulates the vision and strategic plan for their service line, in accordance with the Patient Care Services strategic plan

• Attract, retains, and develops the best and brightest Nursing Leadership Team

• Establishes and maintains an environment conducive to excellence in patient care

• Continually evaluates patient quality, safety, and performance, identifies improvement opportunities, and plans and implements improvement programs

• Establishes and maintains an environment that promotes a spirit of inquiry and is supportive of professional nursing practice and a evidenced based practices

• Promotes multi-disciplinary collaboration

• Engages in professional development activities

• Directs the development and implementation of standards, policies and programs to ensure excellence in nursing practice

• Assures compliance with applicable local, state, and federal regulations and accrediting agencies.

• Responsible for compliance in practice aligned with nursing excellence programs (Magnet, Beacon, Lantern, etc.)

• Prepares, administers, and monitors revenue, capital, expense, and personnel budgets for assigned departments in collaboration with department directors and finance team.

• Participates in establishing financial plans, integrating the institution’s mission and goals.

• Advocates for resources necessary for the optimal work environment and exceptional patient care

• Mentors and develops nursing staff at all levels to ensure appropriate succession plans are in place at all levels of the nursing organization and that a strong pipeline exists for future nursing leaders.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing is required

• A Master’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or a related field is also required.

• Current New York State Registered Nursing License.

• At least 5 years of progressive management experience with a clinical focus in a healthcare system.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Results driven leader with experience in developing, designing and executing clinical programs that create measurable outcomes in quality, service, finance, growth and people.

EDUCATION:

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Sedentary - Sedentary roles are primarily office-based and require prolonged sitting (67–100% of the workday) with minimal physical effort and lifting limited to under 10 lbs. Fine motor skills are necessary for computer work, writing, and telephone use, supported by clear visual and auditory ability. Cognitive and emotional demands are high due to extended concentration, frequent interruptions, independent decision-making, and information processing. Although physical exposure is low, administrative areas within healthcare environments may occasionally involve contact with infectious agents. Some roles may require flexible hours, TB screening, or a valid driver’s license.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

$120,000.00 - $185,000.00

CITY:

Rochester

POSTAL CODE:

14617

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Rochester Regional Health is an integrated health services organization serving the people of Western New York, the Finger Lakes, St. Lawrence County, and beyond. The system includes nine hospitals; primary and specialty practices, rehabilitation centers, ambulatory campuses and immediate care facilities; innovative senior services, facilities and independent housing; a wide range of behavioral health services; and Rochester Regional Health Laboratories and ACM Global Laboratories, a global leader in patient and clinical trials. It’s vision is to lead the evolution of healthcare to enable every member of the communities it serves to enjoy a better, healthier life.