Chief Nursing Officer at Capitol Hill Hospital

Capitol Hill Hospital is a leading healthcare brand and a leading Mult-specialist hospital touching lives.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Chief Nursing Officer

Location: Warri, Delta
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• The Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) is a senior executive position responsible for overseeing and leading all nursing services across the hospital.
• The CNO will play a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction of the nursing department, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and nursing excellence.
• The CNO will collaborate with other senior leaders to drive clinical innovation, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance, while empowering and mentoring nursing staff to meet the needs of patients and the community.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of the nursing department’s strategic goals in alignment with the hospital’s overall mission and vision.
• Provide leadership in setting priorities for nursing services and in ensuring alignment with hospital-wide goals, including patient care quality, safety, and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and implement policies, procedures, and best practices aimed at enhancing patient care and advancing nursing practice.
• Ensure that nursing services are delivered at the highest standards, emphasizing patient-centred care, safety, and outcomes.
• Champion initiatives aimed at improving patient care quality, reducing readmissions, enhancing patient satisfaction, and implementing evidence-based practices across all nursing units.
• Monitor nursing performance metrics and outcomes to identify opportunities for improvement and lead efforts to implement corrective actions.
• Serve as the key decision-maker for patient care issues and clinical protocols, ensuring that they are aligned with current best practices and regulatory standards.

• Lead, mentor, and support the nursing leadership team and staff, fostering a culture of professionalism, continuous learning, and teamwork.
• Lead the recruitment, retention, and development of nursing staff, ensuring optimal staffing levels and skill mix to meet patient care needs.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations governing nursing practices and healthcare delivery, including those set by accreditation bodies (e.g., Joint Commission, CMS).
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, nursing standards, and regulatory changes to guide hospital practices and maintain the highest level of compliance.
• Oversee the preparation for and response to accreditation surveys and audits, ensuring that nursing services meet or exceed all applicable standards.

• Work closely with other senior leaders, physicians, and department heads to ensure an integrated approach to patient care and hospital operations.
• Act as a liaison between the nursing staff and executive leadership, advocating for the needs of the nursing team and ensuring effective communication between all stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Midwife (RM) with an active, valid nursing license.
• Hospital Administration Certification (required).
• BNMC Certification (advantageous but not required).
• Minimum 10 years of nursing experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership or executive role within a hospital or healthcare setting.
• Proven experience in hospital administration, including the management of nursing services, quality improvement, and patient care management.
• Extensive experience in strategic planning, budgeting, resource management, and staff development within a healthcare setting.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to lead large teams, influence stakeholders, and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.
• In-depth knowledge of nursing practice standards, healthcare regulations, quality improvement frameworks, and patient care protocols.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a focus on improving patient outcomes and operational efficiency.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while maintaining a high standard of patient care.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.