The American Organization of Nurse Executives System CNE task force: a work in progress

Area of Science:

• Healthcare Management
• Nursing Leadership
• Health Systems Administration

Background:

• Healthcare industry complexity necessitates effective leadership for efficiency and patient care.
• Value-based purchasing and pay-for-performance models are key indicators of success.
• Increasing hospital mergers are forming integrated health care systems.

Purpose of the Study:

• To define the evolving role of the system chief nurse executive (SCNE).
• To outline the essential competencies required for SCNE success.
• To identify future steps for supporting SCNEs in health care leadership.

Main Methods:

• Convening a group of experienced system chief nurse executives.
• Developing a role statement for the SCNE position.
• Identifying and defining core competencies for SCNEs.

Main Results:

• A comprehensive role statement for the SCNE has been established.
• Key competencies for SCNEs in clinical, operational, patient safety, and satisfaction outcomes are detailed.
• The American Organization of Nurse Executives (AONE) is actively involved in defining this leadership role.

Conclusions:

• The SCNE role is critical and emerging within complex health care systems.
• Clearly defined competencies are necessary for SCNEs to drive success.
• Further initiatives are planned to address the evolving needs of SCNEs.