Executive Nurse Leader — Patient Care Services

Park Nicollet Health Services; Saint Louis Park (MN); On-site; USD 250,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

HealthPartners seeks a Chief Nursing Officer and Vice President of Patient Care Services to advance patient care excellence, safety, and clinical quality. This role partners with physicians and leaders to drive evidence-based practices, improve outcomes, and create an engaging, high-performing team across the organization.

The ideal candidate fosters collaboration, authenticity, and accountability, guiding operations to sustainable performance while supporting patients, families, and care teams.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Business, Nursing or Health Care Administration.
• Nursing (BSN or higher) required per minimum qualifications.
• 5–10 years of progressive nursing/patient care leadership experience.
• Current RN license in Minnesota; knowledge of relevant laws (FMLA/ADA).

Responsibilities

• Lead a culture of exceptional patient care, safety, and quality across the organization.
• Partner with physicians and leaders to achieve operational excellence.
• Champion evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes and care experience.
• Ensure sustainable operations and foster an engaged, high-performing workforce.

Skills

Transformational leadership

Collaboration across disciplines

Relationship building

Evidence-based practice

Education

Master's degree in Business/Nursing/Health Admin

Nursing degree (BSN or higher)

Job description

HealthPartners seeks a Chief Nursing Officer and Vice President of Patient Care Services to advance patient care excellence, safety, and clinical quality. This role partners with physicians and leaders to drive evidence-based practices, improve outcomes, and create an engaging, high-performing team across the organization.

The ideal candidate fosters collaboration, authenticity, and accountability, guiding operations to sustainable performance while supporting patients, families, and care teams.