Columbia Asia Malaysia Hiring! Full Time Chief Nursing Officer in Johor - Ricebowl

Company Description Columbia Asia is an international healthcare company operating modern medical facilities across Malaysia, Indonesia, and Vietnam, with a strong presence in Malaysia since 1996. Part of Asia OneHealthcare and majority-owned by Hong Leong Group and TPG, the organization is focused on delivering high-quality, accessible healthcare in densely populated communities. With 20 hospitals, Columbia Asia emphasizes early disease detection through advanced diagnostics and minimally invasive procedures, supported by core disciplines and tertiary specialties such as neurosurgery, cardiac care, and integrated cancer services. Guided by its vision of providing the best care closer to home, the company is committed to excellent clinical outcomes in a caring, efficient environment. Its values—Customer First, Excellence, Teamwork, Integrity, Caring, and Community—shape a culture centered on patients, families, and the communities it serves.
Role Description The Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) is a full-time, on-site leadership role located at Columbia Asia Hospital Tebrau. The CNO oversees all nursing services, ensuring high standards of patient care, safety, and clinical quality are consistently met across the hospital. This role includes developing and implementing nursing policies and protocols, managing nursing budgets and staffing levels, and driving compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements. The CNO collaborates closely with medical leadership and multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient experience, optimize workflows, and support evidence-based practice. Day-to-day responsibilities also involve mentoring nursing leaders, leading quality improvement and patient safety initiatives, supporting professional development programs, and fostering a culture aligned with the organization’s values.
Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership and management skills in nursing, including team supervision, strategic planning, and decision-making.
• Strong clinical expertise in hospital-based nursing, with a solid understanding of acute care, patient safety, and evidence-based practice.
• Experience in quality improvement, clinical governance, and regulatory compliance within healthcare settings.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with physicians, allied health professionals, and administrative teams to drive organizational goals.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict-resolution skills to engage staff, patients, and families respectfully.
• Proficiency in operational and resource management, including budgeting, workforce planning, and performance monitoring.
• Master’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or a related field is preferred; a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing with significant leadership experience may be considered.
• Current nursing registration and licensure in Malaysia (or eligibility to obtain), with substantial experience in senior nursing leadership roles.
• Commitment to continuous learning, staff development, and alignment with Columbia Asia’s values of Customer First, Excellence, Teamwork, Integrity, Caring, and Community.