PeaceHealth is seeking a VP Patient Care Services/CNO Alaska for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position in Ketchikan Alaska…

The VP Patient Care Services/CNO Alaska continuously exemplifies the PeaceHealth mission, values and customer service philosophy of PeaceHealth in job performance and in relationships to others. Provides leadership and direction to patient care areas to ensure that patient care services are coordinated across staff, functions, activities, and sites in order to improve patient care and clinical outcomes. Serves as the Chief Nursing Executive with authority and responsibility for establishing standards for patient care, nursing practice, and nursing performance across all environments in the region. Has divisional responsibility for the organization, administration and operation of Patient Care Services. Works closely with leaders and staff throughout the organization to maximize operational efficiencies and to develop business and growth opportunities. Participates in organizational development planning and deployment activities as part of the organization's strategic plan. Serves as an administrative representative to Medical Staff Committees as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Plans/directs the delivery of patient care services consistent with PeaceHealth Ketchikan Medical Center strategic plans, mission and values, and continuous improvement process.
2. Leads, directs and administers key patient care services to ensure exceptional medicine and compassionate care is delivered at PeaceHealth Ketchikan Medical Center.
3. Creates strategic and operational plans that guarantee organizational viability and sound business practices.
4. Collaborates with nursing staff, medical staff and other disciplines in the development, implementation, and evaluation of programs and services. Establishes and approves nursing standards of patient care and standards of nursing practice. Collaborates with executives, medical staff, and other clinical and managerial leaders in organization wide performance improvement activities. Assures assigned services are in compliance with all standards and regulations set forth by the Department of Health, DNV, and other regulatory agencies.
5. Collaborates with leaders and medical staff to formulate strategies and/or initiatives, to advance clinical quality to achieve best practice in patient satisfaction, patient safety, and clinical outcomes.
6. Leads the development, oversight and enhancements of assigned service lines aligned with the strategic plan, market share objectives and industry trends.
7. Participates with leaders from the Governing Board, Executive Team, Medical Executive Team, medical staff and clinical leaders in problem solving/decision making throughout the network. Participates in the strategic and long range planning of the organization.
8. Develops, implements and manages operating and capital budgets of assigned services demonstrating effective stewardship of resources and achieving annual goals.
9. Maintains and develops sounds financial management practices and productivity improvements in community operations.
10. Contributes to management education and professional development of staff, students and colleagues through the sharing of knowledge and skills as a role model/mentor. Provides leadership to develop, promote, and implement a nursing professional practice environment.
11. Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

• Accredited School of Medicine required.
• Master's Degree Required: Masters of Nursing, Nursing Administration or Healthcare Administration.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 7 years experience in healthcare, with significant progressive management experience in a 25 bed hospital/health system.
• Minimum of 5 years current management experience.
• Ability to effectively manage a variety of services and disciplines, including clinical, supportive, and administrative.
• Preferred experience with collective bargaining units.

CREDENTIALS

• Required: Registered Nurse - Alaska
• Preferred: Alaska Licensed Nursing Home Administrator

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Excellent skills in marketing, employee development, and medical staff collaboration.
• Strong background in TQM, CQI, RPI, and other methodologies to improve healthcare delivery and outcomes.
• Comprehensive knowledge of healthcare practices.
• Exceptional verbal and written skills.

The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $TBD – $TBD. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, seniority, etc.

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility .

For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Lifting

• Consistently operates computer and other office equipment.
• Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
• Sedentary work.

Environmental Conditions

• Predominantly operates in an office environment.

Mental/Visual

• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.
• The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading.

PeaceHealth requires a completed Primary Vaccine Series (e.g., 2 dose monovalent Pfizer, Moderna or Novavax series or 1 dose J&J vaccine series) or be Up to Date (receiving the most recent Pfizer/Moderna bivalent vaccine/booster) for COVID-19 vaccination prior to their start date. PeaceHealth has a medical and religious exemption request process for those that are unable to receive the COVID-19 primary vaccine series due to medical/religious reasons. For caregivers that will be working in Oregon there is a personal vaccine exemption form that may be requested.