Location: Manchester, NH 03102
Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Schedule: Day Shift | No Weekends
Salary: $155,000 – $165,000 annually
Bonus: Eligible for up to 17.5% performance-based incentive
The Assistant Chief Nursing Officer (ACNO) provides executive-level leadership support to the Chief Nursing Officer, contributing to strategic planning, operational excellence, and clinical oversight across assigned patient care areas. This role is instrumental in advancing high-quality, patient-centered care while developing the leadership, operational, and strategic competencies required for progression to a Chief Nursing Officer role.
Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) – Required
Master’s Degree in Nursing (MSN) – Required
Minimum 5 years of supervisory nursing experience – Required
Minimum 5 years of direct leadership experience in an acute care hospital – Required
Inpatient / Medical-Surgical Director-level experience required
Demonstrated job stability; interim or frequent short-term roles will not be considered
Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice and/or valid compact license
Support the CNO in the development and implementation of nursing policies, procedures, and standards aligned with regulatory and professional requirements
Conduct leadership rounds with patients, families, physicians, and staff to ensure quality, safety, and operational alignment
Lead and support performance improvement initiatives focused on clinical outcomes, patient safety, and organizational priorities
Ensure timely investigation and resolution of patient complaints and occurrence reports
Identify system-level risks and oversee corrective and preventive action plans
Promote a patient-first culture and support service recovery initiatives
Drive strategies to enhance the overall patient experience
Foster a professional nursing practice environment that supports staff engagement, recruitment, and retention
Serve as a role model for ethical leadership, professionalism, and accountability
Empower nursing leaders and staff through engagement, autonomy, and professional development
Promote shared governance and participation in clinical decision-making
Support continuing education, staff development, and nursing education programs
Collaborate with interdisciplinary leaders to achieve shared performance and quality goals
Build and sustain strong relationships with physician partners and clinical stakeholders
Support planning and implementation of new services aligned with organizational growth and revenue goals
Participate in facility expansion, renovation, and construction initiatives
Lead or support strategic projects, committees, and task forces to achieve defined outcomes
For more details contact at hdavda@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 516-862-1169.
About Navitas Healthcare, LLC certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.