Chief Nursing Officer

Advocate Aurora Health

Chief Nursing Officer overseeing nursing operations and quality performance at Advocate Children's Hospital. Responsible for strategic planning and achieving organizational objectives in healthcare.

Posted 7/21/2026full-timeOak Lawn • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $114,700 - $183,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in nursing operations management, quality improvement, and strategic planning within a complex healthcare environment. Proven ability to develop and implement innovative care delivery models that enhance patient experience and align with organizational goals.

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Nursing Operations ManagementQuality Improvement MethodsStrategic PlanningTeam LeadershipRegulatory Compliance

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Hard Skills

Nursing PracticesQuality Nursing ProgramsCare Delivery ModelsBudget ManagementPerformance Monitoring

Soft Skills

Team Member EngagementInterprofessional CollaborationCommunication Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Registered Nurse LicenseCertification in Area of Specialty

Industry Keywords

Healthcare AdministrationPatient ExperienceSafety CultureEvidence-Based PracticesHealthcare Regulations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversees the development and implementation of the site nursing operations plan including staffing resource requirements, care models, workflows and throughput, equipment, and technology in alignment with the site and system nursing strategy.
Responsible for nursing clinical quality performance, team member engagement in areas of accountability, and patient experience.
Promotes a culture of safety and high reliability behaviors.
Commits to continuous quality improvement.
Monitors performance to clinical quality targets and develops plans to address gaps using rigorous quality improvement methods and resources.
Develops short- and long-term strategic plans, including growth and innovation strategies.
Ensures nursing strategies align with patient service area and system strategies and effectively support the achievement of the organization's objectives and mission.
Supports interprofessional, team-based improvement initiatives.
Develops new care delivery models that align with evidence-based practices and with key safety and economic drivers.
Oversees the development and administration of policies and procedures to accomplish department-specific and organizational initiatives.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Nursing, and Master's Degree in Nursing, or Master's degree in Health Care Administration, or Master's Degree in Business Management or related field
Typically requires 15 years of experience in nursing and health care administration that includes experiences in overseeing nursing practices and operations for a medical center within a large complex healthcare organization and developing and maintaining quality nursing programs
Includes 5 years of management experience in management of staff and budgets.
Skills and demonstrated experience in developing, facilitating, and leading nursing programs and initiatives which align with organizational goals and objectives.
Comprehensive knowledge of effective best practice in nursing operations, regulations, and guidelines.
Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the team member practices.
Certified in area of specialty

Benefits

Comp & perks

Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program