Chief Nursing Officer
Company: Providence Health and Services
Location: Downey
Posted on: October 29, 2025
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Job Description:
Job Description Description Calling All Visionary Nursing
Leaders! Are you ready to take the helm of patient care services at
one of the most esteemed medical centers in the Providence Health &
Services system? Do you possess the strategic foresight to
revolutionize healthcare delivery and inspire a culture of
excellence? If so, we have an extraordinary opportunity for you!
The Role: As the Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) at Providence Little
Company of Mary Medical Center San Pedro (LCMSP), you'll be the
architect of patient care excellence, reporting directly to the
Senior Operations Leader. You'll be entrusted with leading,
planning, organizing, and directing all aspects of Patient Care
Services at LCMSP, ensuring alignment with Providence's overarching
goals and vision. The CNO is a pivotal force in maintaining the
balance between optimal patient care, staff satisfaction, and
strategic partnerships with other departments and professional
entities. With unwavering commitment to patient-centered care and
safety, you'll establish and uphold standards that drive
evidence-based practices and efficient resource utilization.
Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center San Pedro is a
mission-driven hospital providing comprehensive and compassionate
care to the South Bay, focusing on the whole patient – mind, body,
and spirit. It offers a wide array of services including emergency
care, behavioral health, rehabilitation (ranked in the top 1%
nationally), cancer treatment, and surgical services utilizing
advanced robotic techniques. The hospital has 356 licensed beds, is
a certified Primary Stroke Center, and houses the largest Sub-acute
Care unit in California with 125 beds specifically for patients
with complex needs like ventilator dependency. As part of the
larger Providence Health & Services system, they are committed to
serving the community and ensuring access to quality care close to
home. What You'll Do: Strategic Innovator: Guide the development
and implementation of coordinated policies and care projects,
enhancing service delivery across all patient care departments.
You'll leverage your management prowess to ensure consistency in
patient care services and champion patient education resources that
empower patients. Collaborative Pioneer: Spearhead collaboration
with regional and local leadership to craft strategic plans and
business development initiatives. You'll be instrumental in
negotiating contracts and forming partnerships that advance patient
care programs, while also developing Fiscal Year Operational Goals
that complement the strategic direction of LCMSP. Advocate for
Excellence: As the leader and advocate for patient needs, you'll
ensure resource allocation and competencies that sustain a dynamic
balance between mission and resource stewardship. You'll spearhead
clinical performance improvement initiatives and serve as the
liaison between executive management and medical staff committees.
Leadership Maestro: Mentor and motivate Directors, Managers, and
staff, fostering a culture that optimizes talents and aligns with
the organization's mission and core values. You'll participate in
external leadership forums and navigate the matrix leadership
structure to drive regional and local nursing leadership success.
Performance & Safety Champion: Identify and implement collaborative
performance improvement projects that enhance patient care quality.
You'll develop a robust nursing management structure and leverage
systems procedures and information systems to elevate patient care
standards. Fiscal Strategist: Develop and oversee operational and
capital budgets for the Patient Care Services Division. Collaborate
with Directors and Department Managers to ensure fiscal compliance
and innovate strategies for effective budget management. What
You'll Bring: Educational Excellence: A Bachelor's Degree in
Nursing or a health-related field, with a Master's Degree
(preferably in Nursing) or equivalent in MHA, MBA, MS, MPH, MSN, or
a specialty field. Progressive Leadership Experience: At least 5
years of progressive leadership experience in hospital
administration or a specialty field, showcasing proficiency across
multiple patient care areas. Licensure & Certification: A
California Registered Nurse License upon hire, with a BC-CNAA
certification preferred. Communication & Human Relations Mastery:
Exceptional communication skills, both oral and written, paired
with superior human relations acumen. Why Join Us? Impactful
Leadership: Play a crucial role in transforming healthcare and
enhancing the lives of individuals and communities. Innovative
Environment: Thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic setting that welcomes
your innovative ideas and solutions. Collaborative Culture: Work
alongside talented professionals who share your passion and
dedication to excellence. Progressive Community: Live and work in a
vibrant community that supports professional growth and personal
well-being. Ready to Revolutionize Healthcare? If you're a
forward-thinking leader with a passion for nursing and healthcare
excellence, we encourage you to apply! Join our team at LCMSP and
help shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time. At
Providence we believe in the importance of human connection and the
impact of in-person collaboration towards team cohesion and
caregiver engagement. Further, we want our leaders to live in or
near the communities we serve. Therefore, leaders applying for this
role will be required to live within a reasonable commuting
distance to the ministry or service area they support and lead.
About Providence At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of
“Know me, care for me, ease my way.” Working at our family of
organizations means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk
alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support
others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an
inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is
essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers
(all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and
a full range of health and social services across Alaska,
California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a
comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people,
advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year
tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable. The amounts listed
are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available
for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call,
overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.
Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a
retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care
benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability
insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations,
holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources
and much more. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits. Applicants
in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications
with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment
in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair
Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act."
Requsition ID: 379893 Company: Providence Jobs Job Category:
Nursing-Patient Facing Job Function: Nursing Job Schedule: Full
time Job Shift: Day Career Track: Leadership Department: 7017 LCMSP
ADMINISTRATION Address: CA San Pedro 1300 W 7th St Work Location:
Providence Little Co of Mary Medical Ctr-San Pedro Workplace Type:
On-site Pay Range: $93.47 - $168.89 The amounts listed are the base
pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role,
such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums,
extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. PandoLogic.
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