BOLD Leadership in Nursing Excellence!

Come join our team at Snoqualmie Valley Health! Snoqualmie Valley Health seeks individuals who aspire to make a difference not only within their team but also in the community. We celebrate possibilities, encourage innovation and creativity, and welcome the sharing of ideas.

We want you to thrive in your role and love what you do. Our entire hospital is committed to supporting your work and embracing the enthusiasm you bring to SVH.

Situated at the base of the Cascades in a pioneering, adventure-loving town, SVH is an independent public hospital district serving Snoqualmie Valley and the greater East King County community.

Position Summary: The Chief Nursing Executive (CNE) at Snoqualmie Valley Health will provide visionary leadership to elevate nursing practices and ensure the delivery of exceptional, patient-centered care. This progressive facility is committed to innovative care models, evidence-based practices, and interdisciplinary collaboration. The CNE will play a critical role in shaping the future of nursing within the organization, driving quality improvement, and leading the transformation of patient care services.

At Snoqualmie Valley Health, we live by our core values, which are reflected in our BOLD approach to healthcare. As a Chief Nurse Executive, you will embody these values, driving our vision of "Inspiring wellness for life’s great adventures." Our commitment to excellence and innovation requires a leader who can build trust, obsess over quality, lead with creativity, and deepen connections within our community.

Essential Functions:

BUILD TRUST: We exhibit integrity, transparency and compassion in every interaction

Staff Leadership and Development:

• Serve as a role model and help others to thrive through effective personal coaching and mentoring using change management principles.
• Foster a positive work environment that supports professional development, staff engagement, and retention.
• Engages stakeholders to participate actively in decision making; encourages dialogue and dissent to uncover important truths.
• Effectively translates conceptual priorities into specific actions, maintains focus and attention to detail.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide feedback to nursing staff.

Quality and Patient Safety:

• Ensure that nursing practices meet or exceed established quality and safety standards.
• Monitor patient care metrics and implement quality improvement initiatives.
• Address patient and family concerns and advocate for patient-centered care.
• Ensures robust patient safety and risk management programs and actions.

OBSESS OVER EXCELLENCE: You will uphold the highest standards of nursing practice, continuously seeking improvement and innovation to deliver exceptional care.

Operational Management:

• Works with organizational nursing leaders to oversee daily operations of nursing departments, ensuring efficient and effective delivery of care.
• Monitor and manage nursing budgets, staffing levels, and resource allocation.
• Implement and evaluate policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and best practices.
• Leverages technology to enhance outcomes and professional practice.
• Skilled in financial budgeting and resource allocation.

Regulatory Compliance:

• Ensure that nursing practices comply with state, federal, and accreditation requirements.
• Prepare for and participate in accreditation and regulatory reviews.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of healthcare regulations and industry standards.
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of SVH standards of conduct, policies and procedures to ensure adherence and reflect honest, ethical and professional behavior.

LEAD INNOVATION: You will spearhead creative solutions and agile thinking, embracing bold strategies to meet the evolving needs of our patients and staff.

Strategic & Innovative Leadership:

• Develop and implement the nursing department's strategic plan in alignment with the organization's overall mission and vision.
• Lead initiatives to advance nursing practice, improve patient outcomes, and enhance the quality of care.
• Collaborate with the executive team to integrate nursing services into the broader organizational strategy.
• Responsive and able to react to changing internal and external environments and responds quickly to trends and opportunities internal and external to the healthcare industry.
• Leads innovation and change to overcome resistance and ensures knowledge creation and transfer.

DEEPEN CONNECTIONS: You will cultivate strong relationships with patients, families and community partners, ensuring that our care is compassionate, connected, and community centered.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Collaborates with physician/provider and nursing leaders to achieve evidence-based patient care protocols and delivery models.
• Work closely with other department leaders to promote interdisciplinary collaboration and coordination of care.
• Serve as a liaison between nursing staff and executive leadership, communicating key issues and initiatives.
• Represent the organization in external forums and professional organizations as needed.
• Participate in The Rural Collaborative CNO/CNE committee.

Qualifications:

REQUIRED EDUCATION: Master’s degree in nursing, master’s degree in healthcare administration, or master’s degree in business or related field.

PREFERRED EDUCATION: Doctorate in Nursing.

REQUIRED LICENSURE: Active RN license in Washington state.

SPECIALTY CERTIFICATION: CENP, NEA-BC, FACHE, etc.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE: Minimum of 7 years of progressive nursing leadership experience, including a minimum of 3 years in an executive or senior management role.

SKILLS: Strong leadership, strategic planning, and organizational skills. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving abilities. Knowledge of healthcare regulations, quality improvement, and patient safety standards.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Office and clinical settings with potential exposure to patient care areas.
• Flexibility to work extended hours as needed.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple priorities.
• May require occasional travel between facility locations.

OTHER DUTIES – Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

BENEFITS:

We take pride in the benefits package we provide our team members. Snoqualmie Valley Hospital offers you one medical plan with multiple in-network tiers with Snoqualmie Valley Hospital, Eastside Health, and First Choice/First Health providers/network.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Pharmacy
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Life and AD&D
• Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Travel Assistance & ID Theft Protection
• Voluntary Benefits

Eligibility Requirements - Employees regularly scheduled at least 20 hours per week.

Employee Dependents - Your legal spouse or domestic partner, Dependent children until age 26.

Waiting Period - 1st of the month following 30 days from your date of hire.

PLEASE NOTE:

• COVID vaccine and the Flu shot (during Flu season) are a condition of employment.

• Snoqualmie Valley Hospital is a drug-free workplace. We complete drug screenings as a part of our onboarding process.