Assistant Chief Nursing Officer
Position Summary
The ACNO assists the Chief Nursing Officer in executive-level management of resources, strategic planning, and development of policies and procedures which ensure congruence with the mission and vision of the Nursing Department. The ACNO has functional and operational responsibility for a group of patient care areas and/or special projects and initiatives. Other responsibilities include fiscal and human resource functions. Maintains 24-hour accountability for assigned patient care areas. Embraces and consistently demonstrates SSMH initiatives; encompassing both patients and employees.
Licensure/Certification/Registration
· Current Registered Nurse License, Alaska Registered Nurse License required within six (6) months of hire
· Current BLS Certification
· ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, ENPC Preferred
Education
· Bachelor of Science in Nursing required.
· Masters in Nursing or related field preferred.
· Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required.
Experience
Minimum of five (5) years clinical RN experience preferred. Three (3) years progressive supervisory or management experience preferred.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of the practice of nursing process. Demonstrates the ability to plan and provide for delivery of nursing services. Ability to recognize the needs and concerns of people and to maintain constructive relationships in dealing with them. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Participates in counseling and guidance of personnel. Acts as a representative of hospital administration for patient care. Ability to assume twenty-four-hour responsibility for integration of interpersonal aspects in all patient care. Ability to assume leadership role with the health team in planning and delivery of patient care. Recognizes personal responsibility in striving for innovative health care delivery which meets contemporary needs and assumes leadership in negotiating for changes in health care.
Degree of Supervision Required
Individual is directly supervised by the Chief Nursing Officer.
Orientation Period
Minimum of two (2) weeks, contingent upon experience. Extensive orientation may be required and will be determined by the Chief Nursing Officer.