Chief Nursing Officer

Eminent Medical Center, Inc.; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Eminent Medical Center, Inc. seeks a dynamic Chief Nursing Officer to lead nursing and clinical operations with strategic insight, aligning patient care with organizational goals and regulatory standards.

The CNO will drive quality and safety through PI programs, budgeting, staffing development, and cross‑functional collaboration, mentoring leaders and elevating care across the system. Join a mission‑driven team dedicated to excellence.

Qualifications

• Extensive nursing leadership experience in complex healthcare settings.
• Proven track record in medical management with focus on patient safety and regulatory compliance.
• Strong knowledge of health regulation policies including accrediting standards.
• Experience in healthcare financial management: budgeting and resource planning.
• Exceptional management and change leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for all nursing services and clinical operations.
• Oversee patient care quality, safety protocols, and regulatory compliance.
• Develop policies related to health regulation, medical management, and performance improvement.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration to enhance patient outcomes and operational efficiency.
• Lead budgeting, resource allocation, and cost‑effective practices within nursing.
• Mentor nursing managers and staff to promote professional development.
• Drive initiatives to improve workflows, patient satisfaction, and organizational performance.

Job description

p>We are seeking a dynamic and visionary Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) to lead our nursing and clinical operations with passion and strategic insight. The CNO will serve as a key member of the executive leadership team, driving excellence in patient care, nursing practice, and operational efficiency. This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape healthcare delivery, foster innovative nursing initiatives, and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and quality standards. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional medical management skills, strong leadership capabilities, and a deep commitment to advancing healthcare excellence across all levels of the organization.

Duties:

• Provide strategic leadership for all nursing services, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and healthcare standards.
• Oversee clinical operations, including patient care quality, safety protocols, and compliance with DNV ( Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations) standards.
• Develop and implement policies related to health regulation compliance, medical management, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration among medical staff, administrative teams, and external partners to enhance patient outcomes and operational efficiency.
• Lead efforts in healthcare financial management by optimizing resource allocation, budgeting, and cost-effective practices within nursing departments.
• Drive team leadership by mentoring nursing managers and staff, promoting professional development, engagement, and a culture of excellence.
• Spearhead operational management initiatives that improve workflow processes, patient satisfaction scores, and overall organizational performance.
• Ensure effective managerial communication across departments to facilitate transparency, accountability, and cohesive teamwork.
• Lead medical leadership efforts by collaborating with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop best practices in patient care delivery.
• Monitor performance improvement (PI) programs to identify areas for enhancement and implement strategies that elevate clinical outcomes.

Experience:

• Extensive nursing leadership experience within complex healthcare environments, including senior management roles such as Director or Chief Nursing Officer.
• Proven track record in medical management with a focus on quality assurance, patient safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong knowledge of health regulation policies including DNV accreditation standards and other relevant healthcare regulations.
• Demonstrated expertise in healthcare financial management—budgeting, resource planning, cost control—and operational oversight.
• Exceptional management skills with the ability to lead diverse teams through change while fostering a positive organizational culture.
• Experience in strategic management—developing long-term plans that align clinical excellence with organizational growth objectives.
• Skilled in cross-functional collaboration among clinical staff, administrative leaders, and external stakeholders to achieve shared goals.
• Familiarity with Performance Improvement (PI) methodologies to drive continuous quality enhancement initiatives in patient care settings.
• Effective communication skills essential for managerial leadership—articulating vision clearly while motivating teams toward common objectives.

Join us as our Chief Nursing Officer to inspire innovation in healthcare delivery while leading a dedicated team committed to excellence!

Pay: $150,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Director of Perioperative: 3 years (Required)