Job Details

Nealy Pierce has partnered with a not-for-profit 250-bed community hospital in major growth mode in Tennessee to recruit an experienced Chief Operating Officer (COO) to help lead its next phase of growth. This is a high-impact role for an experienced hospital executive who thrives and excels in operations, strategy, and building for the future.

About the Role

As Chief Operating Officer, youll partner with a transparent, collaborative CEO to:

• Manage and lead daily hospital operations across multiple departments.
• Lead a major new hospital tower expansion, including expanded ED capacity, surgical and endoscopy space, and future growth areas.
• Drive preparation for EPIC EHR implementation (go-live 2028).
• Maintain financial discipline while fostering a visible, approachable leadership presence with staff, physicians, and the community.

Qualifications

• Masters degree required (MBA, MHA or MPH)
• 2+ years as CEO, COO, or CNO in a similar-sized acute care hospital.
• Not-for-profit acute care hospital experience preferred.
• Must have proven success in operations, experience with large scale construction projects, and physician/community relations.
• A collaborative, hands-on leadership style who others gravitate toward and want to follow

Why Join

• Competitive pay ($250K$400K dependent on experience + bonus incentive).
• Relocation assistance, comprehensive benefits, 401(k) plan with match.
• PTO, tuition reimbursement, and professional development opportunities.
• Opportunity to make a lasting impact on hospital growth and community care.
• Regional hub: Serve a growing population base of more than 100,000, with the resources of larger cities just a short drive away.
• Live, work and play in a thriving community of 35,000+ with the energy of a university town, rich cultural amenities, and steady growth all set against a backdrop of lakes, waterfalls, and state parks offering year-round hiking, boating, and outdoor adventure.

For immediate and confidential consideration, please apply with your most recent resume via the link.