Chief Nursing Officer

WhiteCap Workforce Solutions; City of White Plains (NY); On-site; USD 225,000 - 275,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Mission-driven environment

Career growth opportunities

Impact at launch of new center

Job summary

WhiteCap Workforce Solutions seeks an executive nursing leader to oversee nursing operations for a groundbreaking center for medically complex young adults transitioning from pediatrics. You will partner with organizational leadership to design an innovative care model and drive quality, safety, and regulatory readiness.

This role builds a high-performing nursing team, leads strategic initiatives, and manages budgets and staffing. A national impact with a 2028 program launch is anticipated.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree or Doctorate in Nursing Practice required.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program required.
• Current New York State RN license required.
• BCLS certification required.
• Minimum 10 years of nursing experience.
• Minimum 5-7 years of progressive nursing leadership experience.
• Experience in long-term/post-acute pediatric complex care preferred.
• Experience leading quality improvement, patient safety, and regulatory initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive leadership for all nursing operations at the new center.
• Partner with Administrator and CMO to design innovative care model for medically complex young adults.
• Lead strategic planning, clinical operations, quality, patient safety, and regulatory initiatives.
• Build and develop a high-performing nursing leadership team and workforce.
• Drive a culture of excellence, collaboration, accountability, and compassionate care.
• Oversee nursing quality metrics, resident outcomes, and regulatory readiness.
• Manage nursing budgets, staffing models, and operational performance.
• Represent the organization as a leader and advocate for medically complex young adults.

Skills

Executive leadership

Strategic planning

Regulatory compliance

Quality improvement

Staff development

Communication

Budget management

Patient safety

Collaboration

Education

Master's in Nursing

Nurse Practitioner Doctorate (DNP)

Job description

We are seeking a visionary and mission-driven leader to oversee nursing operations for a groundbreaking new center. This executive nursing leader will partner with organizational leadership to design, implement, and oversee an innovative care model for medically complex young adults transitioning from pediatric services, while driving clinical excellence, quality outcomes, regulatory compliance, and staff engagement.

Role Overview

• Provide executive leadership for all nursing operations at the new center
• Partner with the Administrator and Chief Medical Officer to develop an innovative care model for medically complex young adults
• Lead strategic planning, clinical operations, quality, patient safety, and regulatory initiatives
• Build and develop a high-performing nursing leadership team and workforce
• Drive a culture of excellence, collaboration, accountability, and compassionate care
• Oversee nursing quality metrics, resident outcomes, and regulatory readiness
• Manage nursing budgets, staffing models, and operational performance
• Represent the organization as a leader and advocate for medically complex young adults

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, development, and implementation of nursing services for the center
• Establish a vision for innovative, holistic, and patient-centered care delivery
• Partner with executive and clinical leadership to design care pathways, staffing models, and clinical programs
• Ensure compliance with New York State Department of Health and long-term care regulations
• Oversee patient safety, quality improvement, infection prevention, and regulatory readiness initiatives
• Implement and sustain a Just Culture focused on safety, accountability, and transparency
• Review quality and safety data to identify trends and drive performance improvement efforts
• Recruit, mentor, develop, and retain nursing leaders and staff
• Foster employee engagement and promote a collaborative work environmentManage departmental budgets, staffing resources, and financial performance
• Serve as a representative within professional organizations and industry forums
• Collaborate with residents, families, physicians, community partners, and interdisciplinary teams to optimize outcomes

Requirements

Education

• Master's Degree or Doctorate in Nursing Practice required
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program required

Experience

• Minimum 10 years of nursing experience required
• Minimum 5-7 years of progressive nursing leadership experience required
• Nursing administration experience within long-term care, post-acute care, rehabilitation, pediatric complex care, or related settings preferred
• Experience leading quality improvement, patient safety, and regulatory initiatives
• Strong background in clinical operations, strategic planning, and organizational leadership
• Experience managing large teams, staffing models, and departmental budgets
• Public speaking and executive presentation experience preferred

Licenses & Certifications

• Current New York State Registered Nurse (RN) license required
• BCLS certification required

Skills

• Executive-level nursing leadership and strategic planning abilities
• Strong knowledge of long-term care and Department of Health regulations
• Proven ability to lead organizational growth and change initiatives
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Strong financial management and budgeting experience
• Expertise in quality improvement, patient safety, and performance metrics
• Critical thinking, problem-solving, and operational leadership skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with physicians, executives, families, and community stakeholders

Why Join Us

• Rare opportunity to help launch and lead one of the nation's first dedicated centers for medically complex young adults
• Shape the clinical vision, nursing model, and operational framework of a groundbreaking program opening in 2028
• Join a nationally recognized organization with more than 35 years of excellence serving medically complex children and young adults
• Be part of an organization known for innovation, compassion, and exceptional outcomes
• Lead a highly visible strategic initiative with lasting impact on patients, families, and the healthcare community
• Collaborate directly with executive leadership in building a first-of-its-kind care model
• Drive quality, patient safety, workforce development, and clinical excellence from the ground up
• Competitive executive compensation package of $225,000 - $275,000
• Mission-driven environment focused on transforming lives and creating possibilities for vulnerable populations
• Unique opportunity to leave a lasting legacy in healthcare leadership

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