Chief Nursing Executive — Systemwide Nursing Leader
The County of Santa Clara
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Job summary
The County of Santa Clara is seeking a Chief Nursing Executive to lead nursing and patient care across the Santa Clara Valley Healthcare system. This executive role directs standards of care, drives autonomous nursing practice, and leads a large, diverse workforce dedicated to equity and excellence in patient care.
You will oversee care management, social services, and quality initiatives, partnering with multidisciplinary teams to improve outcomes, safety, and operational efficiency across
Qualifications
- Active California RN license and Master’s degree in nursing or related field.
- Extensive nursing administration leadership with a track record in large, complex health systems.
- Expertise in quality improvement, regulatory compliance, and patient safety.
Responsibilities
- Direct daily operations of acute care nursing to ensure safe, high‑quality, patient‑centered care.
- Lead nursing standards, practices, and policies across SCVH with alignment to mission and accreditation.
- Develop and implement short‑ and long‑range plans for nursing and patient care services.
Skills
Education
Job description
The County of Santa Clara is seeking a Chief Nursing Executive to lead nursing and patient care across the Santa Clara Valley Healthcare system. This executive role directs standards of care, drives autonomous nursing practice, and leads a large, diverse workforce dedicated to equity and excellence in patient care.
You will oversee care management, social services, and quality initiatives, partnering with multidisciplinary teams to improve outcomes, safety, and operational efficiency across
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