What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospital Chief Executive Officer (CEO) position at RINGGOLD COUNTY HOSPITAL?
Ringgold County Hospital (RCH), a county-owned Critical Access Hospital located in Mount Ayr, Iowa, is seeking a dynamic and collaborative Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead our organization into its next chapter of growth, stability, and excellence.
For more than 75 years, RCH has proudly served residents of Ringgold County and surrounding communities by providing compassionate, high-quality healthcare close to home. As a community-focused healthcare organization and one of the area’s largest employers, RCH is built on strong relationships, dedicated employees, and a commitment to caring for our neighbors.
RCH is seeking a visionary healthcare executive who will partner with the Board of Trustees, medical staff, leadership team, employees, and community members to strengthen and advance the future of rural healthcare.
The CEO will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight while fostering a culture aligned with RCH’s ICARE values: Integrity, Compassion, Attitude, Respect, and Excellence.
The ideal candidate will be a servant leader who understands the unique opportunities and challenges of rural healthcare and has the vision, experience, and relationship-building skills to guide a mission-driven organization.
If you are a collaborative healthcare leader who believes rural communities deserve exceptional care close to home, we invite you to apply.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide strategic vision and executive leadership for all hospital operations
- Partner with the Board of Trustees to establish priorities and achieve organizational goals
- Lead RCH through continued growth and organizational development
- Strengthen financial sustainability and operational performance
- Support recruitment and retention of physicians, providers, and healthcare professionals
- Build strong relationships with employees, medical staff, patients, community members, and partners
- Foster a culture of trust, accountability, communication, and teamwork
- Promote patient safety, quality improvement, and service excellence
- Identify opportunities to expand services while preserving access to rural healthcare
- Develop strategic partnerships that support the long-term success of RCH
- Advocate for the needs of the community and the future of rural healthcare
Why Join Ringgold County Hospital?
- Lead a respected, community-focused Critical Access Hospital
- Make a meaningful impact on healthcare access in rural Iowa
- Work alongside a dedicated leadership team and committed employees
- Partner with a supportive Board of Trustees
- Shape the future direction of an established healthcare organization
- Enjoy the opportunity to build lasting relationships within the community