JOB SUMMARY:Provide clinical leadership within the hospitals and clinics. This executive provides the direction and support required to affect high quality patient outcomes. As a member of the senior leadership team the CNO works closely with the CEO and CMO to guide clinical services in the acute care hospital and clinics with a focus on achieving healthcare excellence. Works with the Regional CNO to standardized best practices for the region.  ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Identify and articulate the vision and strategic direction for the development of high-quality nursing care consistent with the mission, vision and values. Create a nursing environment in which collaboration is valued and excellence in clinical care, educat