Chief Nursing Officer - Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center (CMC)

Department: 10010 Carolinas Medical Center - Administration

Status: Full time

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Hours Per Week: 40

Schedule Details/Additional Information: No additional information.

Pay Range: $129.25 - $206.80

Major Responsibilities

• Accountable for directing all operations of Patient Services at assigned Area.
• Establishes nursing standards for patient care, treatment and services and standards of nursing practice by assuring that all nursing services are provided in compliance with all applicable standard and requirement of the practice State, and all other applicable regulatory bodies.
• Identifies and articulates the vision and strategic direction for the delivery of patient care and the discipline of Nursing across all patient care settings for assigned area; directs and collaborates on the implementation of strategies to achieve them.
• In conjunction with other Atrium Health executive leadership, participates in strategic planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of clinical programs and services, assuring appropriate resources for the delivery of care.
• Recommends and implements policies and procedures to improve efficiency and delivery of quality patient care.
• Plans, manages, coordinates, and evaluates the clinical and administrative activities for the department of nursing and the administrative activities for other clinical and non-clinical areas.
• Provides leadership in the establishment and oversight of credentialing/privileging policies for nurses and ensures compliance with such policies of nurses who seek to practice and who practice within the area practice area.
• Serves as the senior spokesperson for Nursing in the area. Advises the area senior leadership, the medical staff, board and individual clinical facilities and other internal and external groups by providing input about the implications of decisions and changes on the quality of patient care, on nursing practice, and on nursing care providers.
• Establishes strong collaborative relationship with medical staff to achieve and encourage active participation from all staff members and create a working environment that will encourage retention of clinical employees.
• Encourages innovation of the staff for the betterment of the welfare of the patients and the organization.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required

Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the team member practices or; if declaring a National License Compact (NLC) state as your primary state of residency, meet the licensure requirements in your home state; or for Non National License Compact states, current RN license or temporary license as a Registered Nurse Petitioner required in the state where the RN works.

Education Required

Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing; MSN required.

Experience Required

10 years of nursing management experience; Prior hospital CNO experience required; Previous experience should include significant board and medical staff interaction.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Must be knowledgeable of current leadership, management, and quality improvement concept and Magnet standards.
• Ability to participate in developing and implementing organizational strategies to address opportunities to improve the delivery of patient / nursing care.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with all members of the health care team. Has a track record of excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to set a clear vision and infuse it with positive energy and enthusiasm.
• A track record of success managing change and continuous improvement.
• Accountability for results and consistent follow through to achieve them.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

This position requires travel, therefore, will be exposed to weather and road conditions.

Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

Exposed to a normal office environment.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our CommitmenttoYou:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.

The CNO for Atrium Health Carolina’s Medical Center provides strategic and operational leadership for all nursing and patient care services within the Carolinas Medical Center license. This role is accountable for care quality, safety, patient experience, and workforce outcomes across the Central Area. In collaboration with the Division CNO, the CMC CNO sets standards for professional nursing practice, drives clinical excellence, and fosters a culture of accountability, stewardship, and service. The CNO leads initiatives in evidence-based care, interdisciplinary collaboration, and innovation, aligning area practices with enterprise goals to reduce variation and improve outcomes. The role oversees Magnet designation efforts, promotes nursing advancement, and ensures regulatory compliance, financial stewardship, and staff engagement. The CNO partners closely with system and regional leaders to advance strategic clinical priorities and elevate nursing across the continuum.