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Empowering the Hands that Heal

Hospital Chief Nursing Officer

Livingston, Tennessee

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Overview

ScionHealth strives to provide quality-driven, patient-centered acute and post-acute hospital solutions. The health system is focused on driving innovation, serving its communities, and investing in people and technology to deliver compassionate patient care and excellent health outcomes. Based in Louisville, ScionHealth operates 79 hospital campuses in 25 states – 61 long-term acute care hospitals and 18 community hospital campuses and associated health systems.

Success Profile

What do you need to be successful at ScionHealth? Here are the top traits we’re looking for:

  • Communicator
  • Creative
  • Deadline-oriented
  • Goal-oriented
  • Problem-solver
  • Strategic

Our Culture

  • Driven by quality: We believe that if we focus on delivering quality care, exceeding expectations related to customer service and supporting our people, our business results will follow.
  • We equip our hospitals and our people with the resources, technology and expertise they need to deliver the best possible care to patients.
  • We’re always looking to find better ways to support caregivers by improving what we do, sharing best practices, and responding to the changing needs of our people and the patients they serve.
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“ScionHealth allows leaders to inspire the organization to take responsibility for creating a better future.”

Jarrell King Talent Acquisition
Jarrell King, Talent Acquisition

Hospital Chief Nursing Officer

Livingston, Tennessee
Facility Livingston Regional Hospital
Req ID 546987 Post Date 09/02/2025 Category Accounting and Finance
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Description

At ScionHealth, we empower our caregivers to do what they do best. We value every voice by caring deeply for every patient and each other. We show courage by running toward the challenge and we lean into new ideas by embracing curiosity and question asking. Together, we create our culture by living our values in our day-to-day interactions with our patients and teammates.

Job Summary

The Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) has ultimate administrative responsibility for nursing standards and practices across all areas of the hospital. The CNO provides strategic leadership and oversight of nursing operations, ensuring delivery of high-quality, compassionate, and evidence-based care. This role collaborates with hospital leadership to design and implement clinical programs that drive improved outcomes and operational performance. The CNO is responsible for developing nursing policies, maintaining regulatory compliance, managing nursing resources, and leading performance improvement initiatives.

Essential Functions

  • Ensures continuous, safe, and timely nursing care and services.
  • Establishes nursing standards and practices that comply with laws, regulations, and current professional standards.
  • Develops and manages nursing services budget, staffing plans, and resource allocation.
  • Leads hospital-wide Performance Improvement initiatives related to nursing services.
  • Oversees recruitment, hiring, evaluation, and development of nursing staff.
  • Participates in strategic planning and leadership committees.
  • Collaborates with other hospital departments to ensure coordinated patient care.
  • Prepares for and participates in regulatory and accreditation surveys.
  • Develops and implements orientation and professional development programs for nursing staff.
  • Evaluates equipment and supply needs for nursing units.
  • Represents the hospital in community and professional forum.  

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

  • In-depth knowledge of nursing practice standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Strong leadership and organizational skills.
  • Effective verbal and written communication abilities.
  • Proficiency in budget development and resource management.
  • Ability to mentor and lead interdisciplinary teams.
  • Demonstrated strategic thinking and decision-making capabilities.  

Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in Nursing required.
  • Master’s degree required (MSN or MHA preferred).  

Licenses/Certifications

  • Current and active Registered Nurse license.

Experience

  • Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a Chief Nursing Officer in an investor-owned healthcare organization.
  • Prior experience with Joint Commission preparation and survey process

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Benefits

  • Career Development

    We support growth and development for all our employees through various means and in programs designed to foster inclusion.

  • Healthcare

    Your health is important to us. We offer a comprehensive benefits program and resources to support healthy lifestyles for you and your family.

  • Retirement Plan

    Employees can contribute to their retirement with plans that allow for pre-tax or after-tax contributions through payroll deductions.

  • Paid Time Off

    With paid holidays and unlimited PTO, you are encouraged to take the time you need to relax and recharge with family and friends.

  • Work-Life Balance

    Work-life balance is not just a perk, it is encouraged. We believe that our employees work their best when they’re allowed to be their best selves in and out of the office.

  • Miscellaneous Benefits

    Whether you’re looking for pet insurance, identity theft protection, or select discounts from hundreds of local and national merchants, we have a variety of benefits that help provide peace of mind.

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