Nursing Leadership: Path to Chief Nursing Officer

Community Health Systems; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Laredo Medical Center, part of Community Health Systems, is seeking a Chief Nursing Officer to lead nursing services, ensure patient safety, and drive strategic initiatives. This role requires relocation outside of Laredo within an acceptable timeframe for advancement.

The CNO will oversee accreditation readiness, staff development, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to advance quality care and organizational performance across the network.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required for leadership in nursing.
• Two years of director-level experience preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication and strategic planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to nursing services to ensure quality outcomes and safety.
• Oversee accreditation surveys and regulatory compliance.
• Plan budgeting and resource allocation for the department.
• Collaborate with leadership to align nursing goals with hospital strategy.
• Recruit and retain high-performing nursing professionals.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Staff development

Education

Master's degree

Tools

Healthcare software systems

Data analysis tools

Google / Microsoft platforms

Job description

Laredo Medical Center, part of Community Health Systems, is seeking a Chief Nursing Officer to lead nursing services, ensure patient safety, and drive strategic initiatives. This role requires relocation outside of Laredo within an acceptable timeframe for advancement.

The CNO will oversee accreditation readiness, staff development, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to advance quality care and organizational performance across the network.