Associate, Chief Nursing Officer - Specialty Services - Ambulatory
Pay as listed: $120k-$185k · Rochester, New York · pays below the median of 9 Registered Nurse listings (47th percentile).
Listed compensation
$120k-$185k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
Associate, Chief Nursing Officer - Specialty Services - Ambulatory
Rochester, NY
Summary
The Associate Chief Nursing Officer (ACNO) reports to the Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer. The ACNO is the Senior Nursing Leader accountable for one or more service lines within the Patient Care Services Division. Has full responsibility for nursing operations, people management, strategic/clinical goals, and budget responsibility.
Responsibilities
Formulates the vision and strategic plan for their service line, in accordance with the Patient Care Services strategic plan
- Attract, retains, and develops the best and brightest Nursing Leadership Team
- Establishes and maintains an environment conducive to excellence in patient care
Continually evaluates patient quality, safety, and performance, identifies improvement opportunities, and plans and implements improvement programs
Establishes and maintains an environment that promotes a spirit of inquiry and is supportive of professional nursing practice and a evidenced based practices
Promotes multi-disciplinary collaboration
Engages in Professional Development Activities
- Directs the development and implementation of standards, policies and programs to ensure excellence in nursing practice
- Assures compliance with applicable local, state, and federal regulations and accrediting agencies.
Responsible for compliance in practice aligned with nursing excellence programs (Magnet, Beacon, Lantern, etc.)
Prepares, administers, and monitors revenue, capital, expense, and personnel budgets for assigned departments in collaboration with department directors and finance team.
- Participates in establishing financial plans, integrating the institution’s mission and goals.
- Advocates for resources necessary for the optimal work environment and exceptional patient care
Mentors and develops nursing staff at all levels to ensure appropriate succession plans are in place at all levels of the nursing organization and that a strong pipeline exists for future nursing leaders.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing Is Required
- A Master’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or a related field is also required.
- Current New York State Registered Nursing License.
- At least 5 years of progressive management experience with a clinical focus in a healthcare system.
Preferred Qualifications
Results driven leader with experience in developing, designing and executing clinical programs that create measurable outcomes in quality, service, finance, growth and people.
Education
LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:
Physical Requirements
Sedentary - Sedentary roles are primarily office-based and require prolonged sitting (67–100% of the workday) with minimal physical effort and lifting limited to under 10 lbs. Fine motor skills are necessary for computer work, writing, and telephone use, supported by clear visual and auditory ability.
Cognitive and emotional demands are high due to extended concentration, frequent interruptions, independent decision-making, and information processing. Although physical exposure is low, administrative areas within healthcare environments may occasionally involve contact with infectious agents. Some roles may require flexible hours, TB screening, or a valid driver’s license.
For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.
Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.
Pay Range
$120,000.00 - $185,000.00
City
Rochester
Postal CODE
14617
The posted pay range is a good faith representation of potential base pay for this position. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates could vary based on position details and FTE. Pay is determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, locations, and contracts.
Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Nursing and a Master's degree in a related field, along with a current New York State Registered Nursing License. A minimum of 5 years of progressive management experience in a healthcare system is required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Key Skills
Ambulatory Care Nursing — Registered Nurse Career Context
Of the 50 active Nursing Leadership listings this role was benchmarked against, 36% are remote, 54% have no call, 66% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for New York is 107.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$153k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $141k in an average-cost state. 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Rochester Regional Health ranks #7 of 10 employers hiring Registered Nurse on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.
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