Chief Nursing Officer - Saint Francis - Bartlett

Overview

Who We Are

We are a community built on care. Our caregivers and supporting staff extend compassion to those in need, helping to improve the health and well-being of those we serve, and provide comfort and healing. Your community is our community.

Our Story

We started out as a small operation in California. In May 1969, we acquired four hospitals, some additional care facilities and real estate for the future development of hospitals. Over the years, we've grown tremendously in size, scope and capability, building a home in new markets over time, and curating those homes to provide a compassionate environment for those entrusting us with their care.

We have a rich history at Tenet. There are so many stories of compassionate care; so many 'firsts' in terms of medical innovation; so many examples of enhancing healthcare delivery and shaping a business that is truly centered around patients and community need. Tenet and our predecessors have enabled us to touch many different elements of healthcare and make a difference in the lives of others.

Our Impact Today

Today, we are leading health system and services platform that continues to evolve in lockstep with community need. Tenet's operations include three businesses - our hospitals and physicians, USPI and Conifer Health Solutions.

Our impact spreads far and deep with 65 hospitals and approximately 510 outpatient centers and additional sites of care. We are differentiated by our top notch medical specialists and service lines that are tailored within each community we serve. The work Conifer is doing will help provide the foundation for better health for clients across the country, through the delivery of healthcare-focused revenue cycle management and value-based care solutions.

Together as an enterprise, we work to save lives and can accept nothing less than excellence from ourselves in service of our patients and their families, every day.

Job Summary

Saint Francis Hospital-Bartlett, TN

Opened in 2004, Saint Francis Hospital-Bartlett became the first full-service health care facility in Bartlett, Tennessee. We're committed to providing quality care that serves the needs of Bartlett and all of the North and Northeast Shelby County community. As our community grows, we continue to expand our scope of care and nurture strong relationships with community partners.

Our 156-bed facility enables us to treat a wide range of conditions and includes:

• 88 medical/surgical beds
• 16 orthopedic/spine beds
• 10 mother-baby suites
• 10 neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) beds
• 16 intensive care unit (ICU) beds
• 16 progressive care unit (PCU) beds

In addition, Saint Francis Hospital-Bartlett offers six surgery suites, a 24-hour emergency room and a dedicated outpatient imaging center.

Saint Francis Hospital-Bartlett is accredited by The Joint Commission, the nation's oldest and largest hospital accreditation agency.

https://www.saintfrancisbartlett.com/

Position Summary

The Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) serves as the senior nursing executive, responsible for the strategic direction, quality, and operational performance of all nursing and designated patient care services.

This role provides 24/7 leadership accountability for:

• Clinical quality and patient safety
• Nursing workforce performance and engagement
• Regulatory compliance and evidence-based practice
• Resource and financial management

The CNO partners with executive leadership, the medical staff, and the governing board to advance organizational strategy and ensure high-quality patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

People & Culture

• Lead nurse recruitment, retention, and succession planning
• Foster a culture of safety, engagement, and professional development
• Support workforce planning, competency development, and education programs
• Promote a respectful, inclusive, and high-performing work environment

Clinical & Operational Leadership

• Ensure delivery of safe, evidence-based, patient-centered care
• Maintain compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards
• Oversee care delivery models, clinical systems, and practice standards
• Drive continuous improvement in outcomes, safety, and patient experience

Quality, Safety & Performance

• Lead quality improvement and patient safety initiatives
• Monitor key metrics (clinical outcomes, infection rates, patient satisfaction)
• Establish and sustain a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
• Mitigate clinical risk and ensure appropriate corrective actions

Strategic Leadership

• Translate organizational strategy into nursing priorities and execution plans
• Represent nursing at executive, board, and medical staff levels
• Drive change management and organizational transformation
• Align labor, productivity, and resource utilization with performance goals

Financial & Resource Management

• Manage labor, operating, and capital budgets
• Optimize staffing models based on acuity and patient needs
• Ensure cost-effective utilization of resources while maintaining quality

Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

• Build strong partnerships with physicians and interdisciplinary leaders
• Strengthen academic affiliations and nursing pipeline programs
• Engage staff in shared governance and decision-making

Technology & Innovation

• Support adoption and optimization of clinical technologies and EMR systems
• Leverage data and analytics to improve care delivery and outcomes

Qualifications

Qualifications Experience

• Minimum 5 years of progressive nursing leadership experience (ACNO, Director, or equivalent) in a complex hospital setting
• Demonstrated success in clinical operations, quality improvement, and workforce leadership

Education & Licensure

• Bachelor's and Master's degree in Nursing or related field required
• Active RN license required
• CENP, NEA-BC, or similar certification preferred

Core Capabilities

• Strong clinical and financial acumen
• Proven ability to lead change and improve outcomes
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Experience in recruitment, retention, and talent development
• Knowledge of regulatory, accreditation, and compliance standards

Leadership Profile

The ideal candidate is a credible, collaborative nurse executive who:

• Leads with integrity, accountability, and transparency
• Drives results through data, strategy, and execution
• Builds highly engaged, high-performing teams
• Balances clinical excellence with operational and financial performance
• Serves as a trusted partner to executives, physicians, and the board

Compensation

• A competitive compensation program will be tailored to the selected candidate. Base salary will be supplemented by a performance bonus and comprehensive, well-rounded benefits program, which includes relocation assistance.

Travel

• Up to 25 percent travel in market.
• Selected candidate will be required to pass a Motor Vehicle Records check.

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Organization Description

Careers at Tenet

At Tenet Healthcare, the heart of what we do centers on caring with compassion, which ultimately creates a bond between our caregivers and patients. Everyone contributes to these moments, whether providing care directly or supporting those who do.

As an organization, we provide employees with resources, tools and support to serve our patients and customers in the best way possible. We also take care of one another, helping team members further develop their career pathways and maximize their potential.

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

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The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations.

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