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Salary: $130,000 - $160,000 per year
A bit about us: We’re a mission-driven healthcare organization focused on helping patients regain independence through high-quality inpatient rehabilitation care. Our teams operate in a collaborative, outcomes-oriented environment where clinical excellence and human connection go hand in hand. If you’re energized by building strong nursing teams, improving care delivery, and leading with integrity, you’ll feel at home here.
If you are a strategic thinker, a passionate advocate for patient care, and a leader who can drive continuous improvement, we would love to hear from you. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the delivery of healthcare services in our organization.
Why join us? This is a high-impact executive nursing role where your decisions directly shape patient outcomes and staff experience. You’ll have the autonomy to build programs, elevate quality, and develop leaders and supported by a multidisciplinary team that values partnership over silos.
Highlights you can expect:
- Competitive total rewards (health coverage options, retirement savings support, paid time off)
- Competitive Base $130,000-$160,000 plus bonus
- Professional development support (continuing education pathways, certification encouragement)
- A culture that values respectful communication, inclusion, and teamwork
- The opportunity to lead nursing strategy in a hospital setting where progress is measurable and meaningful
Job Details We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated individual to join our team as a Chief Nursing Officer (CNO). This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced nursing professional who is passionate about making a difference in the healthcare field. The CNO will be responsible for overseeing all nursing operations, ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient care, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. This position requires a strong leader who can effectively manage a diverse team, leverage data to inform decision-making, and uphold the highest standards of patient safety and infection control.
Responsibilities:
- Provide strategic direction and leadership for all nursing operations, ensuring alignment with our organization's mission, vision, and values.
- Oversee the development and implementation of effective acuity-based staffing models, ensuring optimal utilization of nursing resources.
- Lead efforts to improve quality and performance, leveraging data to identify opportunities for improvement and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Promote a culture of patient safety, leading initiatives to reduce risk and prevent harm.
- Oversee infection prevention and control programs, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and best practices.
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient-centered care plans.
- Serve as a mentor and role model for nursing staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
- Participate in budget development and financial management, ensuring the cost-effective delivery of nursing services.
Qualifications:
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in a senior nursing leadership role, preferably within a healthcare system.
- Bachelor’s degree in Nursing required; Master’s degree in Nursing or Healthcare Administration strongly preferred.
- Current RN license in good standing.
- Demonstrated expertise in clinical operations management, quality and performance improvement, patient safety and risk reduction, infection prevention/control, and acuity-based staffing models.
- Proven ability to lead and inspire a diverse team of nursing professionals.
- Strong analytical skills, with the ability to leverage data to inform decision-making.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with other healthcare professionals.
- A commitment to patient-centered care and a passion for improving the healthcare experience.
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