Permanent Executive/C-Suite Chief Executive Officer Leadership Jobs in Illinois

Nashville General Hospital (NGH), a publicly supported, academically affiliated community hospital in Nashville, TN, has exclusively retained AMN Healthcare to lead the search for a strategic and visionary Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to usher the organization through a critical chapter – restoring stability, strengthening partnerships, and shaping a sustainable future for a hospital that serves as a lifeline to its community.As Nashville’s publicly owned essential hospital, NGH plays a vital role in caring for the city’s most vulnerable populations while serving as a teaching hospital in partnership with Meharry Medical College. The institution carries deep historical significance and public visibility, operating with a strong civic mandate in one of the fastest growing and most competitive healthcare markets in the country.This role calls for a visible, resilient, and highly credible leader—someone comfortable operating under scrutiny, navigating public governance, and making difficult decisions while honoring the hospital’s mission and legacy. The next CEO must be a leader who can translate internal momentum into greater community relevance, improved utilization, and disciplined execution, positioning the organization for long-term sustainability in a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape.Reporting to the Board of Directors, the CEO will lead the executive team and work closely with the Board, medical staff, Meharry Medical College, Metro Nashville leadership, and community partners to ensure high-quality care, financial stability, regulatory compliance, and mission fulfillment.The CEO will be responsible for:

• Partner with the Board and executive leadership to shape, execute, and continuously refine a multi-year strategy aligned with the hospital’s mission, civic role, and market realities.
• Provide executive-level oversight of hospital operations, with the ability to assess operational efficiency, clinical and non-clinical performance metrics, throughput, staffing models, and management effectiveness. Use data, benchmarks, and performance indicators to identify improvement opportunities.
• Ensure delivery of high-quality, safe, and cost-effective care, with clear accountability for clinical outcomes, patient experience, and regulatory compliance.
• Build a culture of performance excellence, engagement, and continuous improvement that supports long-term stability and credibility.
• Strengthen trust-based relationships with the medical staff through consistent communication, collaboration, and shared governance.
• Lead physician recruitment and service-line development aligned with community needs, academic priorities, and the hospital’s defined strategic role.
• Oversee community and charity care programs, including ambulatory models and access models designed to reduce avoidable emergency department utilization and improve population health outcomes.
• Serve as the primary external ambassador to Metro leadership, academic partners, regulators, and community stakeholders, rebuilding trust and advancing collaboration across the healthcare ecosystem.

This CEO will be a forward-thinking healthcare executive with proven experience in organizational growth, strategic planning, and operational leadership. The CEO will bring a track record of guiding healthcare organizations through periods of expansion, a strong understanding of the challenges and opportunities of practicing in competitive healthcare markets, and a deep commitment to the mission and purpose of the organization.For additional information about the position or to provide recommendations, please contact:Mick Ruel, PrincipalAMN Leadership SolutionsExecutive and Physician Leadership Searchmick.ruel@amnhealthcare.comJulie Dieter, Senior ConsultantAMN Leadership SolutionsExecutive and Physician Leadership SearchJulie.dieter@amnhealthcare.comHisham Siddiqi, ConsultantAMN Leadership SolutionsExecutive and Physician Leadership Searchhisham.siddiqi@AMNhealthcare.com#BESmith#BESRecruiting#LI-HS1

The OpportunityMaineHealth, a $3.7 billion mission-driven, not-for-profit integrated health system is seeking an accomplished healthcare executive to serve as President of its Coastal Region, a role combining meaningful scale, local autonomy, and lasting community impact.The OrganizationMaineHealth serves 1.1 million people across Maine and New Hampshire, with 25,000+ care team members, 2,500+ employed providers, a full continuum of care, from tertiary services to rural critical access hospitals, and is nationally recognized for quality, safety, and patient experience.The Coastal Region includes:

• MaineHealth Mid Coast Hospital (Brunswick) – 93 beds
• MaineHealth Pen Bay Hospital (Rockport) – 99 beds
• MaineHealth Lincoln Hospital (Damariscotta / Boothbay Harbor) – 25 bed Critical Access Hospital with senior care continuum
• MaineHealth Waldo Hospital (Belfast) – 25 bed Critical Access Hospital 

Collectively, the region represents:

• 240+ licensed beds
• 4,000+ care team members
• 30+ primary care and specialty service lines
• Strong quality, safety, and rural hospital performance recognition

The PositionThe President, Coastal Region is accountable for the strategic, operational, financial, and cultural performance of MaineHealth’s Coastal Region. Reporting to the MaineHealth Chief Operating Officer and working closely with the Coastal Region Board, the President will lead an integrated network of hospitals, physicians, and care teams across inpatient, outpatient, and ambulatory settings.The President will partner closely with system service line leaders, medical group leadership, and fellow regional presidents to advance MaineHealth’s mission while addressing the unique needs of coastal Maine communities.Responsibilities

• Regional Strategy & Integration: Shape and execute strategy that advances quality, access, growth, and sustainability while integrating hospitals, service lines, and the medical group.
• Operational Excellence: Ensure strong performance in quality, safety, patient experience, and day to day operations.
• Financial Stewardship: Full accountability for operating and capital budgets; margin management and long term financial health.
• Governance Partnership: Serve as a trusted senior leader to the Coastal Region Board and MaineHealth executive leadership.
• Physician & Clinical Alignment: Build strong, collaborative relationships with employed and independent physicians and clinical leaders.
• People & Culture: Recruit, develop, and inspire a high performing regional leadership team.
• Community Leadership: Act as the visible executive presence across coastal communities, government, and external partners.

The Ideal Candidate

• Prior experience as a President, CEO, or COO within a multi hospital system or defined region
• A strong track record in financial leadership, physician engagement, and system integration
• Credibility with boards, clinicians, and community stakeholders
• A leadership style grounded in trust, visibility, and values alignment

The RegionThe Coastal Region of MaineHealth offers a distinctive lifestyle defined by its natural beauty, close-knit communities, and exceptional quality of life. Stretching along Maine’s Mid Coast, the region is home to picturesque harbor towns such as Camden, Rockport, Belfast, Brunswick, and Damariscotta, each offering a unique blend of coastal charm, cultural richness, and outdoor recreation. Residents enjoy direct access to the Atlantic Ocean, scenic waterfronts, and year-round activities including sailing, hiking, skiing, and golfing, all within minutes of their homes.Procedure for CandidacyApplications, inquiries and referrals can be forwarded to Beth Ross at beth.ross@amnhealthcare.com.#BESmith#BESRecruitment#LI-BR1