Ambulatory Nursing Executive: Patient-Centric Leader

The University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Iowa Health Care seeks an Associate Chief Nursing Officer for Ambulatory Services to oversee executive nursing leadership across the ambulatory enterprise, including IRL, UICC, MCU, and related clinics. The ACNO will drive nursing practice, patient safety, quality, and patient experience in ambulatory settings.

Reporting to the Chief Nurse Executive, the ACNO partners with physician leaders and senior operations to align staffing, budgets, and strategic initiatives with

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in nursing or related field required; if master’s is in a related field, a BSN is required; a Doctorate is highly desirable.
• Current license to practice nursing in Iowa is required.
• BLS for Healthcare Providers/CPR certification and ANCC Nurse Executive certification required within 12 months of hire; Doctorate desired.
• 7+ years of comprehensive expertise in operational execution and progressive leadership in a complex health organization.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive nursing leadership for ambulatory services across IRL, UICC, MCU, and related centers.
• Partner with CAO Ambulatory, physician leaders and executives to align nursing practice with operational priorities.
• Establish standardized ambulatory nursing practice, evidence-based care, and initiatives to improve quality, patient safety, and experience.
• Lead workforce development, budgeting, staffing models, and professional development for ambulatory nursing teams.
• Ensure compliance with Joint Commission, CMS, DIAL, Iowa Board of Nursing, and other regulatory standards.
• Drive strategic growth and program development in ambulatory services and new programs.
• Foster collaboration, accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement across departments.

Skills

Operations leadership

Strategic planning

Regulatory compliance

Change management

Communication

Financial stewardship

Team development

Patient safety

Analytics

Staff engagement

Education

Master’s degree in nursing or related field

RN license in Iowa

ANCC Nurse Executive certification

BLS for Healthcare Providers/CPR certification

Doctorate (PhD or DNP) desirable

BSN if master’s in related field

Job description

The University of Iowa Health Care seeks an Associate Chief Nursing Officer for Ambulatory Services to oversee executive nursing leadership across the ambulatory enterprise, including IRL, UICC, MCU, and related clinics. The ACNO will drive nursing practice, patient safety, quality, and patient experience in ambulatory settings.

Reporting to the Chief Nurse Executive, the ACNO partners with physician leaders and senior operations to align staffing, budgets, and strategic initiatives with