Ambulatory Nursing Executive Leader

Women & Infants Hospital; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Care New England Health System, including Women & Infants Hospital, seeks an Associate Chief Nursing Officer (ACNO), Ambulatory Services, to provide strategic and operational leadership for ambulatory nursing across outpatient clinics and programs.

The role drives evidence-based practice, workforce development, quality outcomes, and patient experience, while aligning with regulatory standards and organizational goals.

Qualifications

• MSN required.
• Seven+ years of progressive nursing leadership experience.
• Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse license.
• Nursing Executive Certification (NE-BC or NEA-BC) preferred.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provides executive leadership for ambulatory nursing practice and professional standards.
• Establishes and implements strategic priorities that advance nursing excellence, quality outcomes, and patient-centered care.
• Leads quality, safety, and regulatory readiness initiatives across ambulatory settings.
• Oversees staffing, workforce development, and competency programs.
• Partners with clinical and operational leaders to improve patient access, flow, and care coordination.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Quality improvement

Regulatory compliance

Strategic planning

Communication

Education

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Job description

Care New England Health System, including Women & Infants Hospital, seeks an Associate Chief Nursing Officer (ACNO), Ambulatory Services, to provide strategic and operational leadership for ambulatory nursing across outpatient clinics and programs.

The role drives evidence-based practice, workforce development, quality outcomes, and patient experience, while aligning with regulatory standards and organizational goals.