Welcome to High Paying Chief Nursing Officer Jobs

Here at Ladders, we understand the value of the crucial role Chief Nursing Officers (CNO) play in the healthcare sector. We host high-quality, vetted jobs in this category that promise earnings of $100,000 and above to reflect the expertise and commitment required in this profession.

Why a Chief Nursing Officer?

A Chief Nursing Officer is a top executive role in the healthcare sector. They are responsible for setting the direction and strategy for nursing operations, ensuring quality care, patient satisfaction, and staff performance. They also play a pivotal role in budgeting and financial management in their facilities.

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Every job posted on Ladders is carefully vetted and guarantees a handsome return. Browse through our collection of Chief Nursing Offices job listings and take the next big step in your career today.

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$138K - $145K *

Lead clinical operations to ensure exceptional care while meeting compliance and regulatory standards. As part of the senior leadership team, utilize your strategic vision to enhance program effective...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$138K - $145K *

Lead the delivery of high-quality home health services as a Division Director, overseeing operations, compliance, and strategic initiatives. Drive innovation and support a collaborative team dedicated...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join our team to provide high-quality nursing care in a fast-paced Surgical Neuro Trauma ICU. Leverage your skills in a collaborative environment focused on patient recovery, critical assessments, and...

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $105K *

Make your mark at an essential care unit by providing professional nursing support, delivering therapeutic interventions, and collaborating with a dynamic health team to enhance patient well-being and...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Support professional nursing care to patients while leading nursing personnel and fostering a collaborative environment for patient well-being. Engage in care planning, teaching, and continuous evalua...

Reposted yesterday

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

$90K - $105K *

Innovate professional nursing care by diagnosing, treating, and guiding staff in patient management, ensuring comprehensive support and health improvement in a team environment...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Champion holistic patient care as a vital team leader, collaborating with staff to deliver exceptional nursing services. Engage in health planning, education, and support to optimize well-being for cl...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $100K *

Drive excellence in clinical quality operations by managing a diverse network of practitioners, ensuring adherence to policies and performance targets, while providing strategic oversight and coaching...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $124K *

Support clinical excellence by enhancing documentation quality, ensuring compliance and reimbursement accuracy—engage with providers to clarify data, mentor peers, and contribute to continuous improve...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $250K *

Elevate the integration of health technology with leadership in medical informatics. Guide regional strategies for patient care and technology adoption, enhancing provider engagement and driving innov...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $250K *

Develop strategies to enhance medical informatics, bridging the gap between providers and technology while ensuring high-quality patient care through effective implementation and adoption of healthcar...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Unlock potential by leading the nursing team, ensuring high care standards, and advising staff. Your expertise will enhance resident experiences through effective planning, implementation, and evaluat...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that empowers healthcare quality through expert audits, clinical review, and coding validation. Leverage your nursing and coding expertise to ensure accurate documentation and compliance w...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Join a collaborative team to assess and enhance quality assurance in DRG auditing and clinical review processes. Utilize your expertise to validate clinical documentation and coding, ensuring complian...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in providing clinical and operational oversight for Med/Surg units, ensuring quality patient care delivery, staff development, and compliance with healthcare standards while managing d...

Reposted today

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that values patient-centered care, ensuring high-quality outcomes in ortho trauma. As a Clinical Nurse Coordinator, you'll direct nursing functions, mentor staff, and enhance patient exper...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Empower healthcare by leading unit operations, enhancing patient care quality and team performance while fostering a collaborative environment for staff development and excellence...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Advance your career by leading surgical nursing operations, ensuring optimal patient care and compliance. Collaborate with healthcare teams to enhance departmental efficiency while fulfilling a key ma...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $140K *

Shape the future of nursing education as you support curriculum development, faculty, and student success. Collaborate closely with leadership to maintain high standards and compliance, ensuring excep...

6 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Oversee clinical programs by leading multi-disciplinary teams, enhancing communication, and ensuring optimal resource use to achieve productivity and financial goals, fostering staff engagement and ac...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join us to lead nursing operations, ensuring quality care, staff management, and optimal patient outcomes in a dynamic team environment. Collaborate in a role that values clinical excellence and foste...

3 weeks ago

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

$94K - $155K *

Shape the future of patient care in surgical services by managing operations, staff, and quality improvement initiatives. Collaborate with a dedicated team to ensure optimal patient experiences in the...

4 days ago

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

$80K - $100K *

Redefine patient care excellence as you lead our emergency department team, ensuring safe, high-quality services and fostering interdepartmental collaboration to enhance patient outcomes and overall h...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead high-quality patient care initiatives by overseeing nursing operations, implementing best practices, and fostering a collaborative team environment to ensure professional standards and patient pr...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Empower your nursing career with this supervisory role, leading a skilled team to deliver exceptional patient care while ensuring compliance with regulations. Play a key part in collaborating with phy...

1 week ago

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

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Chief Nursing Officer do?question toggle

    Chief Nursing Officers manage the direction, operations, and strategy for nursing departments in healthcare facilities. They ensure quality care, patient satisfaction, and track staff performance. In some facilities, they also play a crucial role in budgeting and financial management.

  • What salary does a Chief Nursing Officer earn?question toggle

    The salary for a Chief Nursing Officer often depends on the size and location of the facility they work in, but it generally starts at $100,000 and can go much higher.

  • What qualifications do I need to become a Chief Nursing Officer?question toggle

    Chief Nursing Officers generally need to have at least a master's degree in nursing, healthcare administration, or a similar field, with substantial experience in nursing management. Additional qualifications can include certifications in healthcare management.