Assistant Chief Nursing Officer (ACNO) - Birmingham, AL

Job Summary

The Assistant Chief Nursing Officer (Assistant CNO) supports the Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) in the overall leadership, coordination, and management of nursing operations across the facility. This role assists in developing and executing strategies that promote high-quality, safe, and efficient patient care while ensuring compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.

Essential Functions

• Assists the CNO in providing strategic and operational leadership to nursing services, ensuring quality patient outcomes, safety, and satisfaction.
• Supports the development, implementation, and evaluation of nursing standards, policies, and procedures to align with evidence-based practice and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary leadership to align nursing goals with hospital objectives and organizational strategy.
• Serves as part of a nursing leadership development pathway, preparing incumbents for future advancement to a Chief Nursing Officer role within the network.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Supervision and Staff Management:
• Provides leadership, mentorship and professional development opportunities for departmental staff.
• Schedules employees to ensure effective use of resources.
• Consults with leadership on any potential staffing issues.
• Conducts performance evaluations, sets goals and provides feedback to staff on their performance and development.
• Strategic Planning and Financial Oversight:
• Collaborates with hospital leadership to set the strategic direction for the department, including budgeting, resource allocation and long-term planning.
• Makes recommendations for new technologies to enhance operational efficiency.
• Develops and implements departmental policies and procedures and protocols to optimize quality and overall efficiencies.
• Quality Assurance and Regulatory Compliance:
• Ensures compliance with all relevant regulatory bodies.
• May oversee the accreditation process with relevant agencies ensuring that services meet or exceed industry standards.
• Participates in audits, inspections and accreditation processes as applicable.
• Follows established quality control practices to ensure accuracy, consistency and safety.
• Collaboration and Communication:
• Works closely with leadership teams to coordinate and improve service delivery.
• Stays up-to-date with industry advancements, new technologies, and regulatory changes.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree required
• 2 Years of short-term acute care director-level experience required

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities:

• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and manage cross-functional relationships.
• Foster a positive work environment that promotes teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
• Communicate effectively with leadership, team members, and stakeholders.
• Ability to work effectively with others, delegate responsibilities, and independently manage tasks while meeting established deadlines.
• Problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• In depth knowledge of industry best practices and regulatory compliance (if applicable).
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency with Google and Microsoft platforms, healthcare software systems, and data analysis tools.

Licenses and Certifications:

• RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required