Director of Operations and Associate Chief Nurse Executive-Palos Hospital

northwesternmedicine

Palos Heights, IL, United States · Palos Heights · United States

Posted Jun 5, 2026

Full-time
On-site
Director

Job description

Company Description At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better? Job Description The Director of Operations and Associate Chief Nurse Executive reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. The Director of Operations and Associate Chief Nurse Executive will engage in activities to enable the provision of high quality, patient and family centered care at NM. Under the direction of the Chief Nurse Executive, and in partnership with the medical staff, leadership the Associate Chief Nurse Executive will ensure that progressive and coordinated strategies for the delivery of patient care will be implemented across the organization. This role will be responsible for the advancement of Nursing‘s Strategic Plan and professional nursing practice at NLFH as delegated by the Chief Nurse Executive and will serve as the Chief Nurse Executive during absence or upon request. The Associate Chief Nurse Executive will maintain operational responsibility for assigned business units and any associated projects. Responsibilities: The Associate Chief Nurse Executive is responsible for leading teams to outcomes which support the advancement of GAMC, Nursing‘s Strategic Plan and professional nursing practice at NLFH. The Associate Chief Nurse Executive is responsible for the coordination and implementation of unified and innovative models of nursing care. The Associate Chief Nurse Executive is responsible for monitoring and improving nurse sensitive quality outcomes. The Associate Chief Nurse Executive is responsible for the coordination and implementation of strategies that enhance the image of nursing within the profession, organization and community. The Associate Chief Nurse Executive will collaborate with the Human Resources department regarding practices that relate to the Nursing Profession at NMH. The Associate Chief Nurse Executive is responsible for meeting operational, financial and strategic goals for unit/area or program. In collaboration with the Medical Staff, Leadership, Directors and Managers the Associate Chief Nurse Executive is responsible for ensuring that the voice of nursing is appropriately represented at all levels in the organization. Qualifications Required Master’s Degree Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Illinois Healthcare management and clinical experiences required Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Proven skills in leadership, planning and quality The Associate CNE shall be qualified by training, experience, interest, and demonstrated current ability, and shall be willing and able to discharge the administrative qualifications of his/her office. The Associate CNE shall possess administrative, interpersonal, and management skills, excellent clinical judgment and quality assessment skills and a working knowledge of trends in health care management, medical staff issues and economics. Additional Information Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. Background Check Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act. Artificial Intelligence Disclosure Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more. Sign-on Bonus Eligibility (if sign-on bonus offered for position): Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.