Vice President Nursing/CNO - ARMC (Days) FT

Adena Health System; Chillicothe (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Strong healthcare coverage options

Growth-focused culture

PTO that grows with tenure

Job summary

Adena Health System in Chillicothe, Ohio, is seeking a Vice President of Nursing to provide administrative leadership and ensure delivery of quality patient care across Southern Ohio. The role includes implementing nursing initiatives, developing policies and managing staffing resources while adhering to high customer service standards.

The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree in Nursing or a related field, have a valid Ohio RN license, and significant experience in nursing administration. This full-time position emphasizes leadership visibility and a community-centered approach.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of extensive administrative experience, including 2 years at a Director level.
• Current Ohio RN license and Executive Leadership Certification required.
• Experience with shared leadership principles and committee development.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative leadership within the Department of Patient Services as VP Nursing.
• Accountable for successful implementation of nursing initiatives.
• Develop goals, policies, and ensure appropriate staffing and resources.

Skills

Nursing

Administrative leadership

Clinical quality outcomes

Customer service

Education

Master's Degree in Nursing, Hospital Administration, or related field

BSN if the Master's degree is not in nursing

CNP, PhD in Nursing (preferred)

Job description

Vice President of Nursing – ARMC (Days) FT

VP, Nursing

At Adena Health, professional roles shape the systems, strategy, and operational excellence that support patient care across Southern Ohio. These positions are a great fit for leaders and specialists who value purpose-driven work and community impact.

Mission Statement

“Called to serve our communities”.

Guiding Principle

“Let all that you do be done in love”.

Vision

To be the region's most trusted partner in healthcare.

Values

Compassion, Excellence, Integrity, and Trust.

Position Highlights

• Position: Vice President of Nursing, ARMC
• Work Life Balance: Full-Time | Monday - Friday
• Location/Department: Chillicothe - ARMC
• Reports to: President, ARMC

Why Adena?

• Community-centered decision making
• Leadership visibility and cross-functional collaboration
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Growth-focused culture
• Opportunity to influence real healthcare outcomes

Does Adena offer growth opportunities?

Growth at Adena isn’t one-size-fits-all. It’s built through relationships, mentorship, and opportunity.

Caregivers are encouraged to explore career paths that fit their strengths and interests through:

• Emerging leader and leadership development programs
• Tuition assistance and education support
• Skill-building and lateral career opportunities
• Visibility with leaders who recognize potential early

What You’ll Do

To provide administrative leadership within the Department of Patient Services as VP Nursing. Accountable for successful implementation of initiatives in support of the nursing annual operating plan and core nursing care delivery systems. Participates in the development of goals, policies, procedures, and budgets various departments/divisions and ensures appropriate staffing, supplies and equipment, and physician relations. Monitors metrics to validate performance against national, system, and hospital benchmarks and to ensure delivery of competent clinical practice and patient/family experiences are achieved. Directs and oversees program development, performance management, personnel activities, and the provision of services. Supporting the Chief Nurse and Quality Executive’s (CNQE) clinical strategic plan. Successful achievement of clinical quality outcomes and patient /family experiences. Ensures a high level of customer service, including patient and family centered initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications

• Required Educational Degree: Master’s Degree
• Major/Area of Concentration: Nursing, Hospital Administration, Business Administration, or related field. If Master’s degree is not nursing, must have BSN.
• Preferred Education: CNP, PhD in Nursing
• Required Certifications, Credentials and Licenses: Current Ohio RN license. Executive Leadership Certification: NEA-BC or CENP
• Preferred Certifications, Credentials and Licenses: (None specified)
• Required Experience: 5-7 years of extensive and progressive administration experience. 2 years must be at a Director level for more than one service area. Shared leadership principles, and committee development required. Executive Leadership Certification Required: NEA-BC or CENP

Why Caregivers Stay?

• Reliable compensation
• Strong healthcare coverage options
• 3.5% retirement match with automatic annual increase
• PTO that grows with tenure
• Visible leadership impact within a regional health system

Adena Health System is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability or any other protected class.