Lutheran Downtown Hospital
Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) - Fort Wayne, IN
Fort Wayne
,
IN
Full Time
Located on the southwest corner of Main and Van Buren, Lutheran Downtown Hospital opened for patient care in November 2021 with 60 beds and room to expand. A modern hospital in the heart of the city, patients receive care from a team dedicated to providing compassionate care, with excellence, to every patient, every time.
A proud member of Lutheran Health Network, Lutheran Downtown Hospital offers a variety of inpatient and outpatient services, opening with a 19-room emergency department, four operating suites, three gastroenterology suites, diagnostic imaging services, robotic-assisted surgery capabilities, and laboratory services.
The decision to build a modern, vibrant facility aligns with the Network's goals to remain downtown, continue to contribute to its growth and success, and to make a positive impact on our community.
Essential Functions
A proud member of Lutheran Health Network, Lutheran Downtown Hospital offers a variety of inpatient and outpatient services, opening with a 19-room emergency department, four operating suites, three gastroenterology suites, diagnostic imaging services, robotic-assisted surgery capabilities, and laboratory services.
The decision to build a modern, vibrant facility aligns with the Network's goals to remain downtown, continue to contribute to its growth and success, and to make a positive impact on our community.
Essential Functions
- Provides leadership and direction for all nursing services, ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient care and compliance with healthcare standards.
- Develops and implements nursing policies, procedures, and programs to support patient care and operational goals.
- Oversees the recruitment, development, and retention of nursing staff, ensuring adequate staffing levels and fostering a positive work environment.
- Collaborates with the senior leadership team and department heads to develop strategies that promote the hospital's mission and improve patient care outcomes.
- Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, accreditation standards, and internal policies related to nursing care and patient safety.
- Monitors nursing performance metrics and quality indicators, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
- Provides guidance and mentorship to nursing managers and department heads, fostering leadership development and continuous improvement.
- Leads efforts to improve patient satisfaction, safety, and clinical outcomes by promoting evidence-based practices and continuous education for nursing staff.
- Manages nursing budgets and resources, ensuring cost-effective operations without compromising the quality of care.
- Participates in strategic planning, decision-making, and policy development as a member of the hospital's executive team.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
- Master's Degree in Nursing, Health Administration, or related field required
- Minimum of 10 years of nursing experience, with at least five (5) years in a senior nursing leadership role, such as CNO or Director of Nursing in a hospital or healthcare facility required
- Strong leadership and management skills, with a proven ability to lead nursing teams and improve patient care outcomes.
- Deep understanding of healthcare regulations, quality standards, and accreditation processes.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with clinical and administrative leaders.
- Financial acumen, with experience in managing nursing budgets, staffing, and resource allocation.
- Ability to implement evidence-based practices and foster a culture of continuous improvement in nursing care.
- RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required