COO/CNO

Ascension; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Transportation savings

Job summary

Ascension, a leading Catholic health system, invites a senior nursing leader to join our Derby, KS campus. The role oversees planning, policies and practices with executive leadership, guiding the hospital's senior management team to advance the ministry’s mission and strategic goals.

Leadership will shape patient care programs, budgets and compliance, collaborating with medical staff and boards to sustain quality and efficiency in nursing services and organizational operations.

Qualifications

• Licensed Registered Nurse with leadership credentials.
• 7+ years of cumulative experience with at least 4 years in leadership/management.
• 10 years of experience preferred; 2 years leadership/management experience required; 5 years preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate in development of the organization's vision, policies and short- and long-term objectives.
• Collaborate with hospital leadership and medical staff to identify and develop new patient care programs, policies, procedures, and practice standards for the nursing departments.
• Develop, implement and monitor operating budgets for areas of responsibility.
• Maintain knowledge of industry trends and recommend cost effective and efficient solutions.
• Develop and implement a program to measure, assess and improve the quality of nursing care provided by the organization.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations related to nursing services and healthcare.
• Serve as liaison between Board of Directors, executive leadership, management, stakeholders, financial institutions, and regulatory agencies.

Skills

Executive leadership

Nursing leadership

Strategic planning

Budget management

Policy development

Education

RN licensure

Bachelor's or Associate with leadership exp

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Formulate and oversee the organization's planning, policies and practices in collaboration with executive leadership as the Ministry COO and as the Chief Nursing Officer leads the Hospital's senior management team in planning, directing and coordinating operations to achieve the health ministry's mission, strategic directives and goals.

• Location: Derby, KS


• Department: Administration

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Participate in development of the organization's vision, policies and short- and long-term objectives.


• Collaborate with hospital leadership and medical staff to identify and develop new patient care programs, policies, procedures, and practice standards for the nursing departments.


• Develop, implement and monitor operating budgets for areas of responsibility.


• Maintain knowledge of industry trends and recommend cost effective and efficient solutions.


• Develop and implement a program to measure, assess and improve the quality of nursing care provided by the organization.


• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations related to nursing services and healthcare.


• Serve as liaison between Board of Directors, executive leadership, management, stakeholders, financial institutions, and regulatory agencies.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Required Credential(s):


• Registered Nurse obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education

• Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree with 7 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required, with 4 of those years being in leadership/management. OR 5 years of experience required. 10 years of experience preferred. 2 years of leadership or management experience required. 5 years of leadership or management experience preferred.


• Master's Degree Highly Preferred

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options


• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance


• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays


• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning


• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources


• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits


• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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