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This transformational leader communicates expectations, develops leaders and evolves the organization to meet and exceed Magnet expectations. Working within a shared governance structure, this position manages professional governance and regulatory readiness. Additionally, this role includes direct management of nursing products, as well as the nursing infection preventionist and the wound care team.
The ACNO of Professional Practice is an essential member of the Nursing Leadership team. As a member of leadership, this role will collaborate with senior leadership in the development and implementation of the nursing strategic plan by partnering closely with nursing
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Associate Chief Nursing Officer(s) (ACNO) shares in the accountability for developing and implementing programs for the Nursing Organization directed toward achievement of the mission, goals and objectives of Boston Medical Center. The ACNO collaborates with the Sr. Vice President of Nursing/CNO, senior members of management, physician chiefs, and the clinical/management nursing staff to achieve program goals and objectives.The ACNO assumes 24-hour responsibility and accountability for the delivery of professional nursing care and the allocation of resources for the assigned area of responsibility. The ACNO is responsible for clinical outcomes, productivity/outcomes measure, and adherence to nursing practice standards.This role requires expert broad based clinical and management knowledge and practice.This individual reports to the Chief Nursing Officer and collaborates on strategic planning, developing goals and objectives and priority setting for the nursing department. The ACNO will cultivate and sustain a culture that embraces and exemplifies nursing professional practice and leadership excellence. The ACNO is responsible and accountable for the management of specific clinical areas and may assume responsibility in the absence of the Sr. Vice President of Nursing/CNO.
Position: ACNO of Professional Practice
Department: Nursing Administration
Schedule: 40 Hours, Days
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing and a Masters' degree in nursing or healthcare related field. Doctorate preferred.
- Holds a Professional nursing certification in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts (in good standing)
- Minimum of 5 years' experience in progressive nursing leadership required; experience in a collective bargaining environment preferred.
- Experience as a leader in a Magnet organization is preferred
- Experience with mentoring a leadership team to achieve clinical outcomes and operational efficiencies.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Work requires a broad theoretical knowledge and work experiences that include:
models of professional practice,
contemporary trends and standards of nursing care,
management of personnel and fiscal resources in a patient care setting,
management of complex employee relationships,
program development, implementation and evaluation,
long range program planning that involves complex decision-making tasks,
quality improvement/risk management, and,
demonstrated leadership, success, and adaptability.
expert interpersnal and written and oral communication skills,
demonstrated ability in management of diverse activities associated with or pertaining to assigned areas,
must be able to effectively manage multiple demands related to patient care, changing organizational climate and personnel issues.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans
Boston Medical Center’s policy is to ensure equal employment opportunities for all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic. We view the principle of equal employment opportunity as a vital element in the employment process and as a hallmark of good management.
BMC is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to Talentacquisition@bmc.org or call 617-638-8582 to let us know the nature of your request.