A growing trauma center in South Mississippi has partnered with Nealy Pierce to recruit an experienced Chief Nursing Officer. The hospital has already built a strong nursing recruiting pipeline - now it needs the CNO who can keep the talent, deepen professional practice and create the strategic roadmap toward nursing excellence. The organization recently welcomed a significant number of nurses and new graduates, supported by a steady student nurse tech pipeline and transition-to-practice infrastructure. This is an opportunity to lead retention and engagement at scale, with the building blocks already in place. Measures of Success Improved nurse retention and sustained workforce stability A highly engaged nursing leadership team aligned around a clear strategic plan Meaningful shared governance that reaches the bedside Reduced dependence on contract labor and required overtime Visible progress toward Pathway to Excellence and future Magnet readiness Candidate Profile Minimum 3-5 years of successful CNO experience in an acute care hospital required Background in a large, complex acute care hospital; trauma experience is beneficial Documented workforce, quality, engagement and operational accomplishments Executive maturity to inherit a strong team and know what not to change RN Active License State of Mississippi Master's degree is required (must have BSN if Master's not in Nursing); DNP or PhD preferred Location and Relocation This is an onsite executive role in South Mississippi, within reach of Alabama and the Gulf Coast. Relocation is required and assistance is available. Candidates seeking a community-based health system with meaningful regional impact will find this opportunity especially compelling. For confidential consideration, please submit your resume via the link. Nealy Pierce is leading the way for nursing leadership opportunities. We take the time to understand your situation and what is most important to you before recommending any opportunity. If you are looking for another position, check out our Available Positions @ Jobs.

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