Assistant Chief Nursing Officer (ACNO) - Las Cruces, NM

Essential Functions

• Affords strategic and operational leadership to nursing services, ensuring quality patient outcomes, safety, and satisfaction.
• Serves as a liaison between nursing services and interdisciplinary leadership to align nursing goals with hospital objectives and organizational strategy.
• 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 prepare for accreditation surveys and ensures compliance with The Joint Commission, CMS, and other regulatory requirements.
• Fosters a positive work environment and encourages recruitment and retention of high-performing nursing professionals.
• Represents nursing services in committees, community events, medical staff meetings, and board of director meetings as requested.
• Maintains visibility in clinical areas to monitor quality of care, support staff, and engage with patients and families.
• Develops leadership, operational, and clinical acumen necessary to advance to a Chief Nursing Officer position within the network.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Supervises and staffs departmental staff, providing leadership, mentorship, and professional development opportunities.
• Schedules employees to ensure effective use of resources, consulting with leadership on any potential staffing issues.
• Conducts performance evaluations, sets goals, and provides feedback to staff on their performance and development.
• Collaborates with hospital leadership to set the strategic direction for the department, including budgeting, resource allocation, and long-term planning.
• Maintains visibility in clinical areas to monitor quality of care, support staff, and engage with patients and families.
• Evaluates and implements new technologies to enhance operational efficiency.
• Develops and implements departmental policies and procedures and protocols to optimize quality and overall efficiencies.
• Ensures compliance with all relevant regulatory bodies, overseeing the accreditation process with relevant agencies to ensure 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.
• Communicates effectively with leadership, team members, and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in relevant field required or Eight (8) plus years of direct experience in lieu of a Bachelor's degree required.
• Master's Degree preferred.
• Four to six (4-6) years of experience in closely related field with Bachelor's degree required.
• Five to seven (5-7) years of previous leadership experience preferred.

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.