Chief Nursing Officer

Mason District Hospital; Havana (IL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Mason District Hospital seeks a Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) to provide executive leadership for nursing services. The CNO will oversee standards of practice, patient care quality, and regulatory compliance while aligning nursing with the hospital’s mission and values.

The role includes strategic planning, operating budgets, workforce recruitment and retention, and cross-department collaboration to drive safe, patient-centered care. IL licensure and an advanced nursing certification are preferred.

Qualifications

• BSN required; MSN or DNP preferred.
• Current, active RN license in Illinois or eligibility for IL licensure.
• Executive nursing certification (NE-BC or CENP) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Leadership and Strategic Planning responsibilities.
• Nursing Care Management responsibilities.
• Staff Management responsibilities.
• Compliance and Quality Assurance responsibilities.
• Budget and Resource Management responsibilities.
• Patient Advocacy and Satisfaction responsibilities.
• Collaboration and Communication responsibilities.
• Emergency Preparedness responsibilities.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Strategic planning

Budget management

Quality improvement

Regulatory compliance

Staff management

Collaboration across departments

Emergency preparedness

Patient advocacy

Education

BSN required

MSN or DNP preferred

Illinois RN license or eligibility

Executive nursing certification preferred (NE-BC, CENP)

Job description

Title of Job: Chief Nursing Officer (CNO)

Status/FLSA Status: Exempt (Salary)

Reports to: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Location: Mason District Hospital-Administration Department

Date: October 1, 2026

Primary Function: The Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) serves as a key member of the hospital’s executive leadership team and provides strategic and operational oversight of nursing services, standards of practice, policies, procedures, and patient care. The CNO ensures nursing services align with the hospital’s mission, vision, and values while advancing excellence in patient care, safety, and clinical outcomes. Responsibilities include strategic planning, operational and budget management, quality improvement, workforce recruitment and retention, regulatory compliance, and collaboration across nursing and clinical departments. The CNO fosters a culture of accountability, professional development, teamwork, and continuous improvement to support high-quality, safe patient-centered care.

Key Responsibilities

1. Clinical Leadership and Strategic Planning:
2. Nursing Care Management:
3. Staff Management
4. Compliance and Quality Assurance:
5. Budget and Resource Management:
6. Patient Advocacy and Satisfaction:
7. Collaboration and Communication:
8. Emergency Preparedness:

Havana, IL is a small community with a rich history, featuring notable architecture and historical sites. Nestled along the Illinois River, the city offers a picturesque setting with scenic river views and parks. Residents and visitors can enjoy outdoor activities while appreciating the city's natural surroundings. Additionally, Havana boasts an excellent public school system, contributing to the overall appeal of the community.

Education and Licensure/Certifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required; Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) preferred.
• Current, active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Illinois or eligibility for Illinois licensure.
• Executive nursing certification, such as Nurse Executive (NE-BC) or Certified in Executive Nursing Practice (CENP), preferred.