Chief Nursing Officer

Lead, inspire, and transform as the next Chief Nursing Officer at Coquille Valley Hospital—driving clinical excellence and outstanding patient experiences across the Pacific Northwest!

The Position

• The Chief Nursing Officer will oversee all nursing operations at this 25-bed Critical Access Hospital, ensuring that organizational policies, procedures, and regulatory standards are consistently met.
• Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, this leader will oversee 11 direct reports.
• The Chief Nursing Officer will lead efforts to optimize departmental processes and enhance OR throughput, ensuring efficiency and exceptional patient care. 
• This leader will mentor and develop nursing staff, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration and they will play a pivotal role in identifying innovative solutions that enable the organization to confidently embrace new initiatives. 
• Ideal candidates will have a strong clinical and operational background. They should be hands-on, visible leaders with a positive, collaborative attitude. A dedication to quality and process-improvement initiatives will be essential. 

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred.
• Active RN license required.
• Prior leadership experience at a minimum of the Director level, Critical Access Hospital experience, and union experience preferred.

The Organization

• Coquille Valley Hospital is a progressive, community-focused health district and 25-bed Critical Access Hospital serving a 14,000-resident region in Southwestern Coos County.
• The modern replacement facility, opened in 2012, features an on-site medical office building and a comprehensive outpatient center equipped with advanced technology.
• Clinical services include a 7-bed emergency department, medical/surgical care, outpatient surgery, imaging, laboratory, respiratory therapy, physical therapy, Swing Bed services, and home health.
• The organization recently completed a successful transition to the Cerner EMR platform, enhancing clinical integration and operational efficiency.
• Recognized as “Best of the South Coast” in 2016, the hospital continues to grow and expand services to meet the needs of the Coquille Valley community.

The Community

• Located in a lush coastal river valley just 25 minutes from the Pacific Ocean, Coquille offers easy access to beaches, rivers, forests, and mountain recreation.
• Home to 4,300 residents, Coquille has been named one of the “10 Best Small Towns in America” by Travel Holiday Magazine.
• The region features pastoral landscapes and forested hills within a mild, Mediterranean-like climate ideal for year-round outdoor activities.
• Outdoor recreation includes hiking, camping, fishing, hunting, kayaking, surfing, birdwatching, and exploring nearby state parks and coastal attractions.
• The Coquille Valley blends small-town charm, friendly neighborhoods, and affordability, offering an appealing lifestyle for residents seeking balance, natural beauty, and community.

Please direct all inquiries and referrals to:

Christine Young

Executive Recruiter

christine.young@amnhealthcare.com

913-752-4532

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