Ballad Health seeks an accomplished nursing executive to serve as Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) for its Southwest Virginia Market, which includes Norton Community Hospital, Lonesome Pine Hospital, Dickenson Community Hospital, and Lee County Community Hospital. This role offers the opportunity to join a respected not‑for‑profit health system and provide strategic leadership across a multi‑hospital, community‑focused region within a $2.6 billion integrated system serving four states and operating 20 hospitals, 2,950 licensed beds, and a broad continuum of clinical services.
The CNO will oversee nursing and clinical operations for approximately 220 licensed beds, along with cancer centers, outpatient sites, urgent care, and residency programs. As a key member of market and system leadership, the CNO will strengthen collaboration with the Board, Medical Staff, executives, employees, and community partners while leading initiatives in nursing services, workforce recruitment and retention, quality and safety, financial stewardship, service excellence, and community engagement. This role offers a meaningful opportunity to advance clinical excellence and positively impact the health of Southwest Virginia communities.
▪ A bachelor's degree from an accredited nursing program is required. A master's degree in nursing (MSN), health care administration, or business (MBA) is required. Consideration will be given to candidates currently enrolled in a program to achieve these degrees.
▪ Valid and active RN licensure in the appropriate state. Valid and active Nurse Executive certification preferred. AHA BLS required.
▪ Minimum five years of progressive responsibility experience in health care, including three years in a supervisory role.
▪ The incumbent will be required to update technical expertise and to develop management/leadership skills through continuing education throughout tenure in this position.
▪ Knowledge of current leadership, management, and performance improvement concepts. Ability to develop and implement strategies to improve the delivery of care to patients. Knowledge of federal, state, and professional regulations that apply to the delivery of care. Demonstrated management skills: problem-solving, communication, human resources, and financial stewardship.
If you or someone in your network may be interested in learning more, please reach out to April Allen – [email protected]