Interim Vice President Clinical Services

IMMEDIATE INTERIM OPPORTUNITY

Interim Vice President Clinical Services & CNE

Reports to: Chief Executive Officer

Duration: 6 months

Location: Greater Toronto Area

Our client, a high-profile acute hospital are navigating a leadership transition and require an experienced clinical executive to provide stability and strategic direction to a broad portfolio. The Interim VP Clinical Services & CNE will lead a large, diverse clinical team, ensure continuity of care whilst driving improvements in MH&A programs. This is a "fly the plane while remodeling it" assignment—balancing day-to-day operations with transformational objectives.

Scope of Responsibility

• Oversight of all clinical programs including Mental Health, Medicine, Surgery, Emergency, Critical Care, Rehabilitation, Professional Practice, and Nursing Education.
• Budget accountability for clinical services; ensure financial stewardship and operational efficiency.
• Leadership of quality, patient safety, infection prevention, and ethics portfolios.

Key Accountabilities:

• Mental Health & Addictions Review.
• Conduct a comprehensive assessment of inpatient, outpatient, and community MH&A programs.
• Identify gaps in access, flow, quality, and integration with community partners.
• Develop and implement a prioritized improvement plan within 90 days.

Clinical Leadership & Safety:

• Maintain high standards of patient safety and quality across all clinical programs.
• Ensure compliance with Accreditation Canada standards and regulatory requirements.
• Strengthen risk management and incident response processes.

People & Culture:

• Coach and inspire the clinical leadership team through the transition.
• Engage nursing and allied health teams through visible leadership and transparent communication.
• Address workforce challenges (retention, scheduling, psychological safety).
• Foster a culture of collaboration and accountability.

System Partnerships:

• Build strong relationships with Ontario Health, local Ontario Health Teams, and community MH&A agencies.
• Establish joint improvement initiatives to enhance transitions of care.

Transition Planning:

• Prepare a detailed handover package for the incoming permanent VP/CNE, including strategic priorities, risk register, and active improvement charters.

4. Deliverables & Milestones

First 30 Days:

• Situational analysis of MH&A programs and clinical operations.
• Safety stabilization plan and leadership huddles implemented
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By Day 60:

• MH&A diagnostic report with baseline metrics and improvement priorities.
• Accreditation readiness gap analysis and action plan.

By Day 90:

• Launch 3–5 MH&A improvement initiatives (e.g., ED flow, crisis alternatives, discharge planning).
• Board dashboard developed for clinical performance and safety indicators.

By Month 6:

• Demonstrable improvements in MH&A access and quality metrics.
• Comprehensive transition plan for permanent VP/CNE.

Profile Experience:

• Senior hospital executive (VP/CNE) with proven leadership in MH&A and complex clinical portfolios.
• Track record of improving patient flow, safety, and quality in mental health programs.
• Strategic thinker with operational acumen; strong financial and HR management skills.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Positive trends in safety indicators and patient experience scores.
• Enhanced staff engagement and retention in nursing and MH&A teams.
• Strengthened partnerships with community agencies and system stakeholders.

Education:

• Graduate degree in Nursing, Health Administration, or related field; CHE designation preferred.
• RN, in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario.

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November 2025