Senior Nursing Executive | Strategic CNO Leader

ScionHealth; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Francis–Emory Healthcare, part of the ScionHealth network in Columbus, GA, seeks a Chief Nursing Officer to provide strategic leadership of nursing standards, regulatory compliance, and performance improvement across the hospital.

The CNO will design clinical programs, manage budgets, and mentor interdisciplinary teams while collaborating with hospital leadership to drive high-quality care and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing is required.
• Master’s degree preferred (MSN or MHA).
• Active RN license; licensure requirements per facility policy.

Responsibilities

• Ensure continuous, safe, and timely nursing care and services.
• Establish nursing standards and practices compliant with laws and current standards.
• Develop and manage nursing services budget, staffing plans, and resources.
• Lead hospital-wide Performance Improvement initiatives for nursing services.
• Oversee recruitment, hiring, evaluation, and development of nursing staff.
• Participate in strategic planning and leadership committees.
• Collaborate with other hospital departments for coordinated patient care.
• Prepare for and participate in regulatory and accreditation surveys.
• Develop and implement orientation and professional development programs for nursing staff.
• Evaluate equipment and supply needs for nursing units.
• Represent the hospital in community and professional forums.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Strategic thinking

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Mentoring

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Change management

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Master's degree (MSN or MHA) preferred

Job description

St. Francis–Emory Healthcare, part of the ScionHealth network in Columbus, GA, seeks a Chief Nursing Officer to provide strategic leadership of nursing standards, regulatory compliance, and performance improvement across the hospital.

The CNO will design clinical programs, manage budgets, and mentor interdisciplinary teams while collaborating with hospital leadership to drive high-quality care and operational excellence.