Chief Nursing Officer

Community Memorial Hospital in Hamilton, NY provides comprehensive, quality healthcare close to home for the surrounding community. Services include 24/7 emergency room care, urgent care, primary and specialty care, inpatient stays, and surgical procedures. The hospital is committed to accessible, patient-centered care across the continuum of services. Team members collaborate to deliver safe, compassionate care in a supportive environment. Community Memorial values clinical excellence, community engagement, and continuous improvement in patient outcomes.

Role Description

The Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) is a full-time, on-site leadership role based at Community Memorial Hospital in Hamilton, NY. The CNO oversees all nursing services, ensuring high-quality patient care, adherence to professional standards, and compliance with regulatory requirements. Day-to-day responsibilities include developing and implementing nursing policies, leading clinical initiatives to improve patient outcomes, and managing staffing, scheduling, and resource allocation across nursing units. The CNO collaborates closely with medical staff and hospital leadership on strategic planning, quality improvement, and patient safety initiatives. This role also focuses on mentoring nursing leaders, supporting professional development, and fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership and management skills in nursing, including experience overseeing multiple clinical units or service lines.
• Strong expertise in clinical nursing practice, patient safety, and quality improvement within an acute care or hospital setting.
• Proficiency in healthcare operations, including staffing models, budgeting, resource management, and regulatory compliance.
• Effective communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills with nurses, physicians, staff, patients, and families.
• Ability to drive strategic initiatives, implement evidence-based practices, and lead organizational change.
• Masters degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or a related field preferred; BSN required.
• Current, unrestricted RN license in New York State (or eligibility for licensure).
• Prior experience in a senior nursing leadership role, such as Director of Nursing or CNO, strongly preferred.
• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and a respectful, non-discriminatory work environment.