Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) - Naples, FL

Physicians Regional Healthcare System; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Physicians Regional Healthcare System is seeking a Chief Nursing Officer to lead nursing operations across our Naples facilities, ensuring exemplary patient care, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency.

The CNO will drive nursing initiatives, manage staffing and budgets, mentor nursing leaders, and collaborate with executive leadership to advance the hospital’s mission and values. Strong leadership, strategic planning, and clinical excellence are essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing, Health Administration, or related field required.
• Minimum 10 years of nursing experience with at least 5 years in a senior nursing leadership role (CNO or Director) in a hospital or healthcare facility.
• RN licensure in state or compact state required.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership and direction for all nursing services, ensuring high-quality patient care and regulatory compliance.
• Develops and implements nursing policies, procedures, and programs to support patient care and operational goals.
• Oversees recruitment, development, and retention of nursing staff with adequate staffing levels and positive work environment.
• Collaborates with senior leadership to develop strategies that improve patient care outcomes.
• Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, accreditation standards, and internal policies.

Skills

Leadership

Healthcare regulations

Communication

Financial acumen

Evidence-based practice

Education

Master's degree in Nursing/Health Administration

Job description

Physicians Regional Healthcare System's three Naples hospitals provide quality care to the Naples and the greater Southwest Florida community with the objective of offering more options and improved access to healthcare for all citizens and visitors.

Our three Naples hospitals and more than 300 physicians are recognized within their fields, offering advanced medical care in more than 45 specialties and subspecialties, including programs in cardiology, vascular disease, digestive diseases, research, orthopaedic care, spine care, neurosurgery and women's services.

Physicians Regional - Collier Boulevard and Physicians Regional - Pine Ridge have 24-hour emergency care.

Physicians Regional - Collier Boulevard, Physicians Regional - Pine Ridge and Physicians Regional - North are conveniently located near where you live and work.

Job Summary

The Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) is responsible for overseeing all nursing operations at the facility, ensuring the highest quality of patient care, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency. As a member of the senior leadership team, the CNO collaborates with hospital leaders, department heads, and clinical teams to implement nursing strategies that align with the facility's mission and values. The CNO is also responsible for driving patient care initiatives, managing nursing staff, and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations.

Essential Functions

• Provides leadership and direction for all nursing services, ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient care and compliance with healthcare standards.
• Develops and implements nursing policies, procedures, and programs to support patient care and operational goals.
• Oversees the recruitment, development, and retention of nursing staff, ensuring adequate staffing levels and fostering a positive work environment.
• Collaborates with the senior leadership team and department heads to develop strategies that promote the hospital’s mission and improve patient care outcomes.
• Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, accreditation standards, and internal policies related to nursing care and patient safety.
• Monitors nursing performance metrics and quality indicators, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
• Provides guidance and mentorship to nursing managers and department heads, fostering leadership development and continuous improvement.
• Leads efforts to improve patient satisfaction, safety, and clinical outcomes by promoting evidence-based practices and continuous education for nursing staff.
• Manages nursing budgets and resources, ensuring cost-effective operations without compromising the quality of care.
• Participates in strategic planning, decision-making, and policy development as a member of the hospital’s executive team.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Nursing, Health Administration, or related field required
• Minimum of 10 years of nursing experience, with at least five (5) years in a senior nursing leadership role, such as CNO or Director of Nursing in a hospital or healthcare facility required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong leadership and management skills, with a proven ability to lead nursing teams and improve patient care outcomes.
• Deep understanding of healthcare regulations, quality standards, and accreditation processes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with clinical and administrative leaders.
• Financial acumen, with experience in managing nursing budgets, staffing, and resource allocation.
• Ability to implement evidence-based practices and foster a culture of continuous improvement in nursing care.

Licenses and Certifications

• RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required