Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) Jobs

Explore Chief Nursing Officer jobs on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted roles paying $100,000 or more. Chief Nursing Officers lead nursing teams and help shape patient care, clinical operations, and workforce strategy across hospitals, health systems, and other healthcare organizations.

What Does a Chief Nursing Officer Do?

A CNO is a senior executive responsible for nursing practice and leadership. The role commonly involves setting nursing standards, supporting quality and patient safety initiatives, overseeing staffing and professional development, and collaborating with medical, operational, and executive leaders. Responsibilities vary by organization and may include budget oversight, regulatory readiness, and long-term clinical strategy.

Qualifications for CNO Roles

Employers typically seek substantial nursing leadership experience, a current registered nurse license, and an advanced degree such as an MSN or DNP. Some organizations prefer or require executive leadership experience, specialty credentials, or familiarity with healthcare regulations and quality improvement. Review each job listing for its specific education, licensure, and experience requirements.

Where CNOs Work

Chief Nursing Officers may work in hospitals, multi-site health systems, academic medical centers, specialty care organizations, and other healthcare settings. The scope of the position can range from leading nursing services at a single facility to guiding nursing strategy across a large network.

Find Chief Nursing Officer Jobs on Ladders

Browse CNO opportunities to compare leadership scope, organizational setting, and stated compensation. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced nursing leaders explore their next career move.

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$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in enhancing patient care through strategic nursing leadership, focusing on quality, growth, and finance. Collaborate with a dedicated team to ensure high standards in a dynamic behavi...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$264K - $326K *

Transform pediatric care by leading nursing excellence and operational strategy across a premier children's hospital network. Drive quality, safety, and patient experience while fostering collaboratio...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Optimize patient care by leading nursing strategies, ensuring high-quality, cost-effective healthcare delivery, and fostering a collaborative environment focused on growth, service, and quality in a s...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$150K - $180K *

Champion high-quality, patient-centered care by leading nursing practices, enhancing employee engagement, and driving process improvements across the organization to ensure exceptional patient experie...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Lead transformative nursing services as a Chief Nursing Officer, driving clinical excellence, mentoring leaders, and enhancing patient-centered care in a dynamic behavioral health environment...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$125K - $150K *

Transform nursing services by leading strategic initiatives, fostering clinical excellence, and enhancing employee engagement. Drive quality improvement and ensure regulatory compliance while mentorin...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in acute care nursing services, ensuring quality patient care while achieving strategic and financial goals. Drive operational excellence and cultivate a culture of professional nursin...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in advancing nursing excellence, managing staff, and ensuring high-quality patient care while implementing strategic improvements and compliance across multiple healthcare units for op...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$110K - $130K *

Advance nursing operations by managing clinical staff, ensuring quality care, and fostering teamwork in a Long Term Acute Care Hospital environment. Collaborate with leadership to drive performance an...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$125K - $150K *

Transform your career by leading nursing services with a focus on clinical excellence, employee engagement, and strategic growth. Drive quality improvement and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$150K - $180K *

Lead transformative nursing initiatives in a state-of-the-art psychiatric hospital, driving clinical excellence and workforce development while enhancing patient outcomes and strategic goals in behavi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$110K - $130K *

Transform the future of behavioral health by leading nursing operations, ensuring quality patient care, and fostering a collaborative environment. Drive strategic initiatives while managing resources...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$147K - $190K *

Drive excellence in patient care by leading clinical services and nursing operations. Collaborate with management and medical staff to enhance quality and implement effective nursing strategies that m...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming healthcare through strategic nursing leadership, operational excellence, and high-quality patient care. Shape the future of clinical services and develop h...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$150K - $180K *

Elevate healthcare standards by leading nursing departments, ensuring quality patient care, and collaborating with executive teams to implement strategic initiatives. Drive operational excellence and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$150K - $180K *

Lead transformative nursing practices and ensure high-quality patient care across the organization. Collaborate with senior leadership to drive strategic initiatives, enhance operational efficiency, a...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Shape the future of patient care by leading clinical standards and quality initiatives across managed facilities, ensuring compliance and excellence in nursing care through innovative programs and pro...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$225K - $375K *

Advance clinical excellence and nursing practice across diverse care delivery platforms. Lead a high-performing clinical team, ensuring quality, operational execution, and workforce readiness while en...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Champion clinical excellence by leading nursing operations, setting strategic objectives, and driving quality improvements to enhance patient outcomes across the healthcare organization...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$165K - $190K *

Elevate your career by leading nursing excellence and strategic oversight in a skilled nursing facility. Drive clinical quality, regulatory compliance, and workforce development while fostering a cult...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$165K - $190K *

Drive the future of nursing excellence by providing strategic oversight and leadership in clinical operations, ensuring high-quality resident care and regulatory compliance while fostering a culture o...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$150K - $180K *

Strategize and lead clinical operations to enhance population health outcomes, reduce disparities, and ensure high-quality, patient-centered care through collaboration with diverse teams and community...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in shaping future healthcare professionals by overseeing the ABSN learning site, ensuring operational excellence, faculty development, and compliance with educational standards while f...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $150K *

Manage and enhance Nursing/Patient Care Services, ensuring quality care delivery, budget efficiency, and collaboration across departments. Lead initiatives for continuous improvement while fostering s...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's committed to exceptional patient care while leading nursing services. Oversee staff management, ensure safety, and implement policies to enhance productivity and compliance in a dyn...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Chief Nursing Officer?question toggle

    A Chief Nursing Officer is a senior healthcare executive who leads nursing services and helps guide clinical practice, patient care quality, staffing, and nursing workforce strategy.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for CNO jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly look for a registered nurse license, extensive nursing leadership experience, and an advanced nursing or healthcare-related degree. Check each listing for specific requirements.

  • Where do Chief Nursing Officers work?question toggle

    CNOs work in settings such as hospitals, health systems, academic medical centers, specialty care organizations, and other healthcare providers.

  • How can I find Chief Nursing Officer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Chief Nursing Officer listings on Ladders, which features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Review each posting for compensation details and role requirements.