Vice President, Chief Nursing Officer – Wake Forest Baptist Area

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist

Winston-Salem, NC, US
Base: $174.40 - $279.05 ph; bonus/equity: not spec...
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10+ years progressive nursing leadership experience
Master's degree in nursing or related field
Academic health system executive experience
** Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist is seeking a Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) to oversee nursing functions and patient care in Winston-Salem, NC. The ideal candidate will have extensive nursing leadership experience, with a focus on improving quality, safety, and patient outcomes within a complex academic health system. **

Job Summary

  • The Wake Forest Baptist Area Chief Nursing Officer is responsible for organizing, planning, directing, and evaluating all nursing functions across the integrated clinical system anchored by a 933-bed tertiary-care hospital.
  • This role serves as a key member of the leadership team, reporting directly to the President and CEO, with overall accountability for nursing quality, safety, and strategic direction throughout the area.
  • Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of total rewards including competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, and programs invested in career development.

Matching Summary

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** Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist is seeking a Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) to oversee nursing functions and patient care in Winston-Salem, NC. The ideal candidate will have extensive nursing leadership experience, with a focus on improving quality, safety, and patient outcomes within a complex academic health system. **

Salary

Base: $174.40 - $279.05 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive suite including medical, dental, vision, retirement match, and paid time off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years progressive nursing leadership experience
  • Master's degree in Nursing or related field
  • Academic health system executive experience
  • Strategic planning for Magnet designation
  • Budget management and financial acumen

Nice-to-have

  • DNP or PhD preferred
  • Experience with Pathway to Excellence process
  • Commitment to diversity and racial equity
  • Strong stakeholder engagement skills
  • Innovation in clinical care delivery

Key Requirements

  • 10+ years of increasingly responsible nurse or operational leadership roles
  • Master of Science in Nursing from an accredited program
  • Active North Carolina nursing license or eligibility for licensure
  • Experience in a similarly complex academic setting
  • Demonstrated success in performance improvement initiatives

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