Chief Nursing Officer (CNO)

The Company is seeking a Chief Nursing Officer to oversee the daily clinical and administrative operations of a skilled nursing facility. The role leads the nursing team in delivering evidence-based, person-centered care, maintaining regulatory compliance, and achieving quality outcomes. Responsibilities include managing staffing and workforce development, monitoring performance and resident satisfaction, supporting quality improvement and survey readiness, and addressing adverse events through root-cause analysis and corrective action. The CNO also collaborates with residents, families, physicians, and other care-team members, oversees nursing education and clinical competencies, and supports care transitions and resident rights. Candidates must be graduates of an accredited nursing program; a BSN or MSN is preferred. A valid RN license in the state of employment and current CPR certification are required, while DNS-CT or CDONA certification is optional. Three to five years of successful experience as a Director of Nursing or in an equivalent long-term-care leadership role is preferred. Applicants should bring strong clinical and leadership skills, knowledge of applicable regulations and clinical practice standards, and the ability to guide teams, use quality data, and communicate effectively.