Assistant Chief Nursing Office (ACNO) - Grow Your Career Nursing Directors!

Company: i4 Search Group Healthcare
Location: Manchester
Posted on: February 17, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Assistant Chief Nursing Officer (ACNO) Job Summary The Assistant Chief Nursing Officer (ACNO) plays a critical leadership role in advancing high-quality, patient-centered care across the organization. Reporting to and partnering with the Chief Nursing Officer (CNO), the ACNO supports executive-level management of clinical resources, strategic initiatives, and operational excellence. The ACNO holds operational and functional responsibility for assigned patient care areas and/or strategic projects, while developing the communication, leadership, professionalism, and business acumen required to progress into a Chief Nursing Officer role. Key Responsibilities Quality & Patient Safety Assists the CNO in developing and implementing nursing policies and procedures aligned with professional standards of practice and regulatory requirements. Conducts regular leadership rounds with patients, families, physicians, and staff to strengthen communication, ensure operational alignment, and enhance the overall care experience. Leads and supports continuous performance improvement initiatives that measure, monitor, and improve the quality and safety of care in alignment with organizational priorities. Ensures timely and thorough follow-up of patient complaints, safety events, and occurrence reports. Identifies system-level risks and process gaps, monitors corrective actions, and ensures sustainable resolution of identified issues. Service Excellence Promotes a culture of consistent, compassionate, and patient-centered service across all assigned areas. Maintains a patient-first philosophy and actively engages in service recovery when needed. Supports the development and execution of strategies to improve patient experience and satisfaction. Helps create a professional practice environment that supports recruitment, engagement, and retention of nursing staff. Fosters a culture that supports evidence-based practice, clinical inquiry, and nursing research. Serves as a role model for professional integrity, ethical practice, and accountability. People & Leadership Encourages autonomy, accountability, and independent decision-making among nursing leaders and staff. Provides leadership that drives engagement, shared ownership of goals, and active participation in decisions impacting nursing practice. Supports ongoing professional development, education, and succession planning for nursing staff. Serves as a preceptor or instructor for undergraduate or graduate nursing students as requested. Collaborates with nursing education teams to identify learning needs, ensure effective onboarding, and support competency development. Works collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams and support departments to promote open communication, shared problem-solving, and joint performance improvement initiatives. Builds and maintains strong relationships with physician partners and other healthcare providers to establish goals and implement improvements in patient care delivery. Growth & Strategic Development Assists in planning and implementing new services and initiatives that support organizational growth and financial sustainability. Participates in planning and execution of renovation, expansion, or new construction projects within patient care areas. Leads or supports assigned projects and task forces, ensuring timely progress and clear communication with stakeholders. Education & Experience Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) — Required Master’s Degree in Nursing (MSN) — Required Minimum of 5 years of experience in a supervisory nursing role — Required Minimum of 5 years of direct nursing leadership experience in an acute care hospital setting — Required Licensure & Certification Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state(s) of practice, or possession of an active compact nursing license, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations — Required

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