Job Objective/Summary: The Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) is responsible for and supervises all nurses and nurse managers, recommends strategies to improve patient care services, and establishes quality, safety, and patient experiences goals for Lawrence Memorial Hospital. The CNO will also serve as the Accreditation & Compliance Officer for the facility. The CNO is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the daily activity within nursing departments by being the spokesperson for nurses while planning, organizing, and directing the overall operations of nursing and patient care services. The CNO ensures that all operations comply with established evidenced based clinical standards and all state and federal accreditation standards, as well as prepare and supervise annual budgets for certain clinical areas. The CNO must have knowledge of nursing process, and knowledge and skill in techniques of therapeutic patient care. The CNO must demonstrate equal competence in management and leadership skills, and demonstrate knowledge of personnel practices. The CNO must also supervise the total environment in which care is given in nursing areas, interacting with all other hospital departments.

Job Education, Licenses/Certifications, Knowledge & Experience: Must hold a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), Must hold a valid and active license in good standing as an RN in the state of Arkansas-Completion of an accredited nursing program. Must be ACLS, PALS, and CPR Certified. At least three years of supervisory experience. Strong knowledge of nursing principals, practices and procedures.

Benefits & Perks:

• Free and Low Cost Health Insurance Options
• Dental and Vision
• $15,000 Employer Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• Retirement with Match
• PTO - accrued day 1.
• 100% Discount on all outpatient services, except ER & Sleep Study.
• Supplemental Insurance: STD, LTD, Critical Illness, Accident, Spouse/Child Life Insurance
• Education/Training/Referral Incentives
• Tuition Assistance
• Free Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Professional Development
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Employee Recognition Program
• Advancement Opportunities
• Working for a healthcare facility that values and recognizes your contributions.

*Please note not all benefits apply to all jobs.

Lawrence Healthcare complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources, HR@lawrencehealth.net

The health and safety of our employees, residents, and patients is a priority. To this end, Flu vaccinations will be a condition of employment with the exception of an approved accommodation. Vaccines are offered free of charge .

Lawrence Healthcare has designated this position as safety sensitive.

Lawrence Healthcare participates in E-Verify.

Lawrence Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.