Chief Nursing Officer - Inpatient Rehabilitation Lead Nursing Excellence | Drive Patient Outcomes | Inspire High-Performing Teams Clinical Magnet is seeking an experienced Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) to provide strategic nursing leadership within a leading inpatient rehabilitation hospital. This is an opportunity for a proven nursing leader to shape clinical excellence, develop high-performing teams, and make a meaningful impact on patients working toward greater independence. This leader will have accountability for nursing services, partnering closely with physicians, therapists, clinical leadership, and hospital administration to ensure exceptional patient care, regulatory compliance, staff engagement, and strong clinical outcomes. This is a

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opportunity! Why Choose This Opportunity Leadership opportunity within a nationally recognized inpatient rehabilitation organization Collaborative, interdisciplinary environment focused on patient outcomes Opportunity to influence nursing strategy, quality initiatives, and clinical programs Strong professional development and continuing education opportunities Competitive compensation with performance-based bonus opportunities Merit-based salary increases Comprehensive benefits package Tuition reimbursement opportunities Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans Generous paid time off Medical, dental, and vision coverage Flexible spending and health savings accounts Culture centered around teamwork, empathy, accountability, and professional growth The Opportunity As Chief Nursing Officer, you will: Provide strategic and operational leadership for all nursing services within the hospital. Collaborate with medical, clinical, and therapy teams to create a patient-focused, team-oriented culture. Develop and implement nursing programs, policies, and procedures that ensure patient needs are appropriately assessed, treated, and met. Serve as the nursing representative on key hospital committees, including Governing Body, Quality Council, Medical Executive, Infection Control, Education, and Ethics Committees. Lead initiatives that improve quality, patient safety, clinical outcomes, and overall patient experience. Foster an inclusive and respectful workplace that empowers nurses and clinical staff to perform at their highest level. Establish accountability across the nursing department while motivating, developing, and recognizing team members. Ensure compliance with Joint Commission, CMS, state, rehabilitation nursing, and hospital standards. Utilize staffing models that account for patient acuity while maintaining appropriate staffing levels and budgetary goals. Analyze clinical and operational data to identify opportunities for improvement and develop programs that promote wellness and prevent complications. Partner with hospital leadership to achieve organizational goals and advance the hospital's mission. Celebrate the accomplishments of both patients and staff while building a culture of excellence. Qualifications Current RN license in accordance with applicable state regulations Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related field required, unless otherwise specified by state regulation Advanced degree, plans to obtain an advanced degree, or equivalent knowledge and skills as required by applicable regulations BLS certification required; ACLS preferred Commitment to obtaining CRRN certification within one year of meeting eligibility requirements Minimum 5 years of experience in an inpatient hospital setting Minimum 2 years of recent nursing management experience within the last 5 years Experience with 24-hour nursing accountability, FTE management, policy and procedure development, budgeting, and employee disciplinary processes Strong leadership, communication, critical-thinking, and organizational skills Ability to work collaboratively across interdisciplinary teams Flexibility to work occasional weekends, evenings, nights, holidays, or other scheduled shifts as needed Compensation & Benefits $140,000-$165,000 base salary Additional earning potential includes eligibility for quarterly performance-based bonuses and merit-based salary increases.

The comprehensive benefits package includes:

Medical, dental, and vision coverage Generous paid time off Tuition reimbursement Continuing education opportunities Company-matching 401(k) Employee stock purchase plan Flexible spending and health savings accounts Professional development opportunities Supportive, collaborative work environment Make Your Next Leadership Move Count If you're an accomplished nursing leader ready to take ownership of clinical excellence, develop exceptional teams, and make a measurable difference in inpatient rehabilitation, this could be the opportunity you've been looking for. Apply today to connect with a Clinical Magnet recruiter and learn more about this Chief Nursing Officer opportunity.

Keywords:

Chief Nursing Officer, CNO, Nursing Executive, Nursing Director, Director of Nursing, VP Nursing, Vice President Nursing, Nursing Leadership, RN, Registered Nurse, Inpatient Rehabilitation, Acute Rehabilitation, Rehab Hospital, Hospital Leadership, Clinical Operations, Nursing Administration, #LV100

Pay:

$140,000.00 - $165,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Relocation assistance Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person