Chief Nursing Officer (CNO)

Australia-Employment; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Compensation

Medical/Dental/Vision

Generous PTO

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase opportunities

FSA/HSA

Inclusive culture

Executive leadership development

Impact on patient care

Job summary

Jobot in Charlottesville, VA seeks an experienced Chief Nursing Officer to provide strategic and operational leadership for nursing services within an inpatient rehabilitation hospital. This executive will oversee nursing operations, drive quality initiatives, ensure regulatory compliance, and foster a culture of accountability and patient-centered care.

The CNO will lead a multidisciplinary team, develop clinical programs, manage budget and staffing, and partner with executive leadership to

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the applicable state.
• BLS certification required; ACLS preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related field.
• Advanced degree (MSN, MHA, MBA, DNP, or equivalent) required or in progress.
• Minimum of five years of inpatient hospital experience.
• Minimum of two years of recent nursing leadership experience with 24-hour operational accountability, staffing and FTE management, budget oversight, policy and procedure development, performance management, and leading multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong knowledge of Joint Commission, CMS, state regulatory, and hospital compliance standards.
• CRRN certification preferred or willingness to obtain when eligible.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight for all nursing operations and patient care services.
• Partner with medical, clinical, and therapeutic leaders to promote exceptional patient outcomes.
• Develop and implement nursing policies, procedures, and clinical programs.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives and ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Serve on key committees involving quality, education, ethics, infection prevention, and medical leadership.
• Manage staffing strategies, workforce planning, and budget accountability.
• Monitor patient care outcomes and implement initiatives to improve quality and patient satisfaction.
• Foster a culture of engagement, accountability, and professional development.
• Support diversity, inclusion, and a respectful workplace environment.
• Guide nursing teams through organizational growth and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Staffing

Policy development

Quality improvement

Regulatory knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

RN license

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Advanced degree (MSN/MHA/MBA/DNP) in progress

Tools

Joint Commission knowledge

CMS knowledge

Regulatory compliance standards

Job description

Chief Nursing Officer (CNO)

$140000 - $165000 per year | Charlottesville, VA | On-site | Permanent

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) to provide strategic and operational leadership for nursing services within an inpatient rehabilitation hospital.

We are a leading healthcare organization dedicated to delivering exceptional patient outcomes through compassionate, high-quality rehabilitative care. Our team is committed to creating an environment where clinical excellence, collaboration, and patient-centered care drive everything we do. As a growing provider of inpatient rehabilitation services, we offer healthcare leaders the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patients, caregivers, and clinical teams while helping shape the future of nursing excellence.

Why join us?

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Generous paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee stock purchase opportunities
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Inclusive, mission-driven culture
• Executive leadership development opportunities
• Ability to directly influence patient care, clinical outcomes, and organizational success

Why You’ll Love It Here:

• Lead a highly skilled nursing team in a patient-focused environment
• Partner with executive and clinical leaders to drive excellence
• Shape nursing strategy, quality initiatives, and patient outcomes
• Join an organization committed to innovation, growth, and professional development

Job Details

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) to provide strategic and operational leadership for nursing services within an inpatient rehabilitation hospital. This executive leader will oversee nursing operations, drive quality initiatives, ensure regulatory compliance, and foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and patient-centered care.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight for all nursing operations and patient care services
• Partner with medical, clinical, and therapeutic leaders to promote exceptional patient outcomes
• Develop and implement nursing policies, procedures, and clinical programs
• Lead quality improvement initiatives and ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards
• Serve on key committees involving quality, education, ethics, infection prevention, and medical leadership
• Manage staffing strategies, workforce planning, and budget accountability
• Monitor patient care outcomes and implement initiatives to improve quality and patient satisfaction
• Foster a culture of engagement, accountability, and professional development
• Support diversity, inclusion, and a respectful workplace environment
• Guide nursing teams through organizational growth and continuous improvement initiatives

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the applicable state
• BLS certification required; ACLS preferred
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related field required
• Advanced degree (MSN, MHA, MBA, DNP, or equivalent) required or actively in progress, based on applicable regulations
• Minimum of five years of inpatient hospital experience
• Minimum of two years of recent nursing leadership experience with:
  • 24-hour operational accountability
  • Staff and FTE management
  • Budget oversight
  • Policy and procedure development
  • Performance management and employee relations responsibilities
  • Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary teams
  • Strong knowledge of Joint Commission, CMS, state regulatory, and hospital compliance standards
  • Certified Rehabilitation Registered Nurse (CRRN) certification preferred or willingness to obtain when eligible

Preferred Leadership Experience

• Inpatient rehabilitation leadership
• Acute care hospital nursing leadership
• Hospital operations and quality management
• Regulatory survey readiness and accreditation processes
• Strategic workforce planning and staffing matrix management

Equal Opportunity Employer

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