Interim Chief Nursing Officer

Interim Chief Nursing Officer Opportunity

Join an Oregon hospital as their next Interim Chief Nursing Officer!

The Position

The Interim Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) will be responsible for the oversight of high-level operations throughout the 25-bed critical access hospital. The Interim CNO will be expected to ensure departments are appropriately staffed to ratio and will also be expected to work with senior leadership to ensure ancillary services are meeting patient care standards. Ideal candidates will be strong, visible, and compassionate leaders. Strong operational nursing background is essential. The ideal candidate will be technically strong, adept at change management, and skilled at building relationships with both clinical staff and leadership. A focus on accountability, action plans, and driving results is critical. Must be available to start within 23 weeks of acceptance.

Requirements

BSN is required. Active Oregon RN license is required prior to starting. Critical Access Hospital experience is strongly preferred.

Compensation Details

Compensation Range: $190,000 to $200,000 annually. The final compensation rate will be determined based on experience, education, training, location, internal equity, and budget considerations, in accordance with Fair Market Value evaluation. Additionally, some candidates may be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, depending on the specific role, including but not limited to health insurance coverage and retirement benefits. The listed base compensation range represents a good faith estimate of potential earnings at the time of this job posting and may be subject to future adjustments.

The Community

Coquille, Oregon, has a population of approximately 4,000 people and sits along the Coquille River, with riverside views and access to outdoor recreation. Coquille is a tight-knit community and draws on its natural setting to promote recreation, river access, hiking, camping, and small business retail/restaurants in its downtown core. The community offers a central community recreation center, a public library, and a pool that all stand as focal downtown points.

Interim Leadership with B.E. Smith

Becoming an Interim Leader through BE Smith provides an exceptional opportunity to rapidly make meaningful improvement in healthcare settings. Is the interim leadership lifestyle right for you? Apply now and discover how Interim Leadership could revolutionize your career path.

Joining the B.E. Smith team means you could receive a full benefits package upon accepting roles. This includes health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, AD&D, and a flexible spending account, with some benefits varying based on the job's type and duration. As a B.E. Smith employee, we manage your taxes by handling withholdings and also paying the employer portion of your FICA contributions. Interim positions come with varying travel requirements. B.E. Smith and the client cover all travel, accommodation, and work-related expenses. You receive bi-weekly trips home at the client's expense, plus a rental car and comfortable lodging for a convenient living experience. Some roles may require specific licenses. A compact nursing license allows registered nurses to work in any state that is part of the Nurse Licensure Compact without needing separate state licenses. Stay up to date on new legislation, and confirm licensure requirements with the recruiter. B.E. Smith is continuously addressing the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic with a commitment to transparent communication. We strive to mitigate its impact on clients, healthcare workers, employees, and stakeholders of B.E. Smith. Upholding our integrity, we remain dedicated to sharing timely updates and insights, guided by our core value of "Doing the Right Thing."

Please direct all inquiries, applications, and referrals to:

Kayla Hartke

Senior Executive Recruiter

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