County of San Mateo, CA
Chief Nursing Officer - San Mateo Medical Center (Open & Promotional)
County of San Mateo, CA, San Mateo, California, United States, 94409
Salary:
$278,054.40 - $347,547.20 Annually Location :
County of San Mateo, CA Job Type:
Full-Time Job Number:
D216A Department:
San Mateo Medical Center Opening Date:
08/12/2025 Closing Date:
9/2/2025 11:59 PM Pacific Bargaining Unit:
50B
Description Are you a motivated nurse executive with strong leadership skills?
If so, San Mateo Medical Center (SMMC) has a wonderful opportunity for you! Click t
o view the
online brochure
for a detailed description of the position and instructions on how to apply. This position offers competitive salary and excellent benefits package, for details see:
https://hr.smcgov.org/sites/hr.smcgov.org/files/ManagementBenefits.pdf Application/Examination Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply .? Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, extra-help/limited term positions prior to the final filing date?will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.
The examination will consist of an interview (weight: 100%). Depending on the number of applicants an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or a screening committee may select those applicants whose education and/or experience appear to best meet the needs of the position based solely on the information provided in the application materials. Because of this screening process, all applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California, and applicants must participate at their own expense.
IMPORTANT :
Applications for this position will only be accepted online.
If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the
"Apply"
button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to
http://jobs.smcgov.org/
to apply. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire.
Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.
TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE Deadline to Apply: September 2, 2025, by 11:59 p.m. PST Application Screening: September 4, 2025 Combined Panel/Department Interviews: September 16, 2025 About the County San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities.? The County of San Mateo, as an employer, is committed to advancing equity to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work.? The County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion at all levels. Analyst: Carolyn Burns (081225) (Chief Nursing Officer SMMC - D216) We invite you to explore our page for a snapshot of the comprehensive and competitive benefits available to eligible employees of the County of San Mateo. From health and wellness to financial security, our benefits are designed to support you at every stage of your career. (Please note that benefits are subject to change.)
In addition to core benefits, the County is proud to offer a variety of wellness and professional development programs to help you grow both personally and professionally. Most of these enriching opportunities are available during work hours and come at no cost to you.
As a County employee, you'll also be covered by the federal Social Security system, earning valuable retirement benefits based on your salary and years of service. 01
IMPORTANT: Applicants for this position are required to submit responses to the following supplemental questions. Your responses will give us additional information about your background and experience related to this position and will be used in the selection process. Be concise and specific. Neatness, clarity of expression, grammar, spelling and ability to follow instructions will be considered in the evaluation process. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for your responses.
Proceed to supplemental questions.
02
Possession of a current California license as a Registered Nurse is required to qualify for this recruitment.
Do you possess a current California license as a Registered Nurse?
(Please include your license number on the Certificates & Licenses section of the application. A "No" answer will disqualify you from this recruitment.)
Yes No
03
Certification in Nursing Administration issued by the American Nurses Credential Center (ANCC) is required upon hire or within two years of hire.
Do you possess your ANCC?
Yes No
04
Possession of a Master's degree in Nursing or in a related health care field OR a written plan to obtain a Master's degree must be in place is required for this recruitment.
Which of the following do you possess?
(Check all that apply. Please include information on the Education section of the application.)
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) Master of Public Health (MPH) Master of Social Work (MSW) Master of Healthcare Administration (MHCA) Master's degree in a health-related field (Specify in the Education section.) Nurse Practitioner None of the above
05
Describe the education, training and experience that qualify you for a position as Chief Nursing Officer. Include specific certificates, training, and years of increasingly responsible nursing experience in an accredited hospital.
Be specific. 06
Describe an initiative you developed to improve patient care, improve efficiencies and/or decrease costs in inpatient or outpatient services.
Be specific. 07
Discuss a leadership experience you have had where you motivated and guided staff to operate in a changing environment. How did you accomplish this and what were the outcomes? 08
How did you learn about this position?
County of San Mateo Website County of San Mateo Job Interest Card Notification County Hosted Virtual Event County Hosted Job Fair CalOpps.org College/University Career Center Community-based Organization Posting Facebook/Instagram Friend or Relative GovernmentJobs.com Indeed Job Fair LinkedIn Professional Publication/Website (Please specify in next question) X (formerly called Twitter) Zip Recruiter Other (Please specify in next question)
09
If you answered, "Professional Publication/Website" or "Other" to the above question, please indicate below how you learned about this position. Your response to this question will help us in better marketing County jobs. Type NA if not applicable. Required Question
$278,054.40 - $347,547.20 Annually Location :
County of San Mateo, CA Job Type:
Full-Time Job Number:
D216A Department:
San Mateo Medical Center Opening Date:
08/12/2025 Closing Date:
9/2/2025 11:59 PM Pacific Bargaining Unit:
50B
Description Are you a motivated nurse executive with strong leadership skills?
If so, San Mateo Medical Center (SMMC) has a wonderful opportunity for you! Click t
o view the
online brochure
for a detailed description of the position and instructions on how to apply. This position offers competitive salary and excellent benefits package, for details see:
https://hr.smcgov.org/sites/hr.smcgov.org/files/ManagementBenefits.pdf Application/Examination Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply .? Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, extra-help/limited term positions prior to the final filing date?will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.
The examination will consist of an interview (weight: 100%). Depending on the number of applicants an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or a screening committee may select those applicants whose education and/or experience appear to best meet the needs of the position based solely on the information provided in the application materials. Because of this screening process, all applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California, and applicants must participate at their own expense.
IMPORTANT :
Applications for this position will only be accepted online.
If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the
"Apply"
button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to
http://jobs.smcgov.org/
to apply. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire.
Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.
TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE Deadline to Apply: September 2, 2025, by 11:59 p.m. PST Application Screening: September 4, 2025 Combined Panel/Department Interviews: September 16, 2025 About the County San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities.? The County of San Mateo, as an employer, is committed to advancing equity to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work.? The County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion at all levels. Analyst: Carolyn Burns (081225) (Chief Nursing Officer SMMC - D216) We invite you to explore our page for a snapshot of the comprehensive and competitive benefits available to eligible employees of the County of San Mateo. From health and wellness to financial security, our benefits are designed to support you at every stage of your career. (Please note that benefits are subject to change.)
In addition to core benefits, the County is proud to offer a variety of wellness and professional development programs to help you grow both personally and professionally. Most of these enriching opportunities are available during work hours and come at no cost to you.
As a County employee, you'll also be covered by the federal Social Security system, earning valuable retirement benefits based on your salary and years of service. 01
IMPORTANT: Applicants for this position are required to submit responses to the following supplemental questions. Your responses will give us additional information about your background and experience related to this position and will be used in the selection process. Be concise and specific. Neatness, clarity of expression, grammar, spelling and ability to follow instructions will be considered in the evaluation process. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for your responses.
Proceed to supplemental questions.
02
Possession of a current California license as a Registered Nurse is required to qualify for this recruitment.
Do you possess a current California license as a Registered Nurse?
(Please include your license number on the Certificates & Licenses section of the application. A "No" answer will disqualify you from this recruitment.)
Yes No
03
Certification in Nursing Administration issued by the American Nurses Credential Center (ANCC) is required upon hire or within two years of hire.
Do you possess your ANCC?
Yes No
04
Possession of a Master's degree in Nursing or in a related health care field OR a written plan to obtain a Master's degree must be in place is required for this recruitment.
Which of the following do you possess?
(Check all that apply. Please include information on the Education section of the application.)
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) Master of Public Health (MPH) Master of Social Work (MSW) Master of Healthcare Administration (MHCA) Master's degree in a health-related field (Specify in the Education section.) Nurse Practitioner None of the above
05
Describe the education, training and experience that qualify you for a position as Chief Nursing Officer. Include specific certificates, training, and years of increasingly responsible nursing experience in an accredited hospital.
Be specific. 06
Describe an initiative you developed to improve patient care, improve efficiencies and/or decrease costs in inpatient or outpatient services.
Be specific. 07
Discuss a leadership experience you have had where you motivated and guided staff to operate in a changing environment. How did you accomplish this and what were the outcomes? 08
How did you learn about this position?
County of San Mateo Website County of San Mateo Job Interest Card Notification County Hosted Virtual Event County Hosted Job Fair CalOpps.org College/University Career Center Community-based Organization Posting Facebook/Instagram Friend or Relative GovernmentJobs.com Indeed Job Fair LinkedIn Professional Publication/Website (Please specify in next question) X (formerly called Twitter) Zip Recruiter Other (Please specify in next question)
09
If you answered, "Professional Publication/Website" or "Other" to the above question, please indicate below how you learned about this position. Your response to this question will help us in better marketing County jobs. Type NA if not applicable. Required Question