SVP System CNO

Job DescriptionLocation: Chicago, IllinoisBusiness Unit: Rush Medical CenterHospital: Rush University Medical CenterDepartment: Presidents OfficeWork Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0.9 and 1.0)Shift: Shift 1Work Schedule: 8 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 5:00:00 PM)Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).Pay Range: $211.05 - $240.38 per hourRush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case. This role has a corresponding incentive plan based on multiple factors. incentive compensation and additional benefits can be found on our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits)Summary:The Senior Vice President, Chief Nursing Officer (SVP CNO) of Rush University System for Health, and Associate Dean forNursing Practice of Rush University College of Nursing is a member of the executive leadership team and is responsiblefor supporting the organization’s mission and vision and deliver excellence in patient care, patient safety, quality andservice delivery.The SVP, CNO is pivotal in driving the strategic vision and operational excellence of our health system, clinical businesssubsidiaries, and joint ventures. This role will help steer the systemization and achieve standardization in nursingexcellence to create innovative clinical practice models that contribute to high quality patient care across the system.The SVP, CNO will serve as a transformation catalyst that will set Rush University System for Health as a top provider inpatient care & safety and employer of choice.Job Responsibilities▪ Participate as an active member of the Executive Leadership Team to carry out the mission, vision and values ofRush and to drive overall business results and brings high level business acumen, creativity and strategic thinkingthat will enhance service delivery and market competitiveness.▪ Develop and implement a comprehensive systemwide nursing strategy that aligns to the system’s purpose and keyobjectives.▪ Lead and/or participate in governance and executive leadership boards, committees, councils and task forces, asrequested to ensure business decisions are aligned with clinical and nursing practices.▪ Provide alignment for a successful development of the system nursing leadership focused on the success of thesystem’s quality, patient care, clinical growth, and financial goals.▪ Foster an adaptive culture that embraces innovation and continuous improvement while leading and managingchange initiatives within each nursing division.▪ Serve as a leader and catalyst for identification and implementation of technology that directly improves nursingsatisfaction and improves patient care.▪ Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with physicians to set the leadership tone for their relationships withthe nursing function throughout RUSH.▪ Collaborate with physicians and others at every opportunity to enhance clinical care and satisfaction of thepatients.▪ Partners with nursing and clinical leadership to ensure that patient care is delivered according to industry bestpractices, regulatory standards, Joint Commission standards, Magnet standards, etc.▪ Contributes to the establishment of a learning environment and infrastructure that is conducive by providingeducational and research experiences to students, residents, fellows, faculty and staff.▪ Collaborate with leaders to ensure effective staffing and optimal human resource performance to improveretention, plan for shortages and optimize productivity while still providing optimal patient care.▪ Lead and contribute to a comprehensive long-term workforce development plan with academic partners to meetthe future needs of the system and its health care delivery model.▪ Develop and implement a comprehensive nursing strategy focused on standardized processes, policies andprocedures as indicated for the care practices and patient population across the system.▪ Serve as a key advocate for nursing staff and patient care needs within the organization and the broaderhealthcare community.▪ Represent the organization in professional associations and at industry events to promote nursing excellence andinnovation.▪ In coordination with nursing leaders throughout the system, introduces strategies that build credibility and trustthroughout the system.▪ Promote system integration of evidence-based research into practice.▪ Lead the evolution of nursing practices within the inpatient and outpatient services that maximize excellence inachieving high reliability in safety, resilience, and error reduction.▪ Develop an effective process to evaluate leader competency, and ensure a workplace where shared decisionmaking, accountability, autonomy and engagement systemwide, is evident.▪ Partner with stakeholders to transform care delivery models that focus on high quality outcomes and delivery ofsafe patient care.▪ Build systems of accountability and decision-making within the clinical division of the system to support the shortterm and long-term goals for the system.▪ Support and foster the continued development of RUSH’s mission in teaching and research, with itstranslational/clinical focus.▪ Ensure the integration of the findings of current research into the policies and procedures governing the provisionof services and careRequired Job Qualifications▪ PhD (or actively pursuing) or equivalent terminal degree required, healthcare discipline preferred (DCS or DNP).▪ At least five years of experience as a senior nursing leader in a multi-site or teaching hospital organizationrequired, preferably an academically affiliated teaching hospital or academic medical center.▪ At least 15 years of experience in progressive leadership positions.▪ Previous experience working for a multi-site and matrixed organization.▪ Experience in leading or participating in a significant transformation of an organization’s culture and approach.▪ Experience in a major urban, competitive environment is a plus.▪ Demonstrated ability to consistently meet or exceed challenging financial goals.▪ Strong knowledge of inpatient and outpatient operations.▪ Strong analytical and interpersonal skills.▪ A visible and strategic nurse executive with a successful history in the development of nursing leadership programsthat support the standardization and advancement of the nursing practice, including the creation and execution ofbest practice clinical care models.▪ A system thinker who collaborates across functions to achieve organizational goals, with demonstrated outcomesin decreasing cost of care while increasing quality, safety, patient satisfaction and nursing engagement.▪ An ability to effectively work in a complex environment, gaining consensus to make informed decisions across thefull continuum of care.▪ A strong consensus builder with a successful record of developing partnerships among multiple stakeholders, toinclude physicians, nursing staff & leadership, and external stakeholders.▪ Knowledge in and support of shared governance models and philosophy.Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.Position SVP System CNOLocation US:IL:ChicagoReq ID 17067