Chief Nursing Officer
Kootenai Health

Kootenai Health seeks a passionate, accomplished nursing leader to serve as its next Chief Nursing Officer. Kootenai Health is a vibrant integrated delivery system consisting of three hospitals, 300+ provider medical group, and a large ambulatory footprint with over $1 billion in total operating revenue. The system includes a 381-bed flagship hospital and a wide range of physician clinics including a family physician residency program as well as two critical access hospitals.

With a rapidly growing population in northern Idaho and eastern Washington, Kootenai Health is actively expanding its footprint, including the development of a new 30-acre medical campus in Post Falls. Phase one will feature a micro-hospital, emergency department, imaging services, and a multi-story medical office building housing an ambulatory surgery center, clinic offices, and lab services.

Kootenai Health is a four-time Magnet-designated organization, placing it among the top 2% of hospitals nationwide. The CNO will play a pivotal role in sustaining and advancing this culture of nursing excellence. This leader will champion professional practice, shared governance, and interdisciplinary collaboration to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care across the continuum.

The ideal candidate is a progressive, strategic nursing leader with a demonstrated track record of driving improvements in quality, safety, and patient experience. The CNO will be a key member of the executive team, partnering across the organization to shape clinical strategy, enhance operational performance, and support workforce development.

Candidates should bring a minimum of 10 years of progressive nursing leadership experience within a complex health system, including prior senior-level roles. Experience in a Magnet-designated organization and a deep understanding of shared governance are highly desirable.

Kootenai Health offers a collaborative, mission-driven environment and a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on the health of the communities it serves.

For inquiries, nominations, and applications, please contact WittKieffer consultants Mark Andrew and Tiffany Johnson through the WittKieffer Candidate Portal or email at tjohnson@wittkieffer.com.


Kootenai Health values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity for all persons regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status protected by law.





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