Chief Nursing Officer

Job Description – Chief Nursing Officer (CNO)

Department: Nursing

Direct Report to: Chief Executive Officer

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

The Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) is responsible for setting patient care standards, establishing processes and protocols.

for achieving those standards and managing the work of nurses who care for patients.

SCOPE:

Under the direction of the Chief Executive Officer, the CNO monitors the nursing department, overseeing administrative.

departments including medical records and transcripts and facilitating training opportunities for nurses.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• MSN completed from an accredited school of Nursing and current BLS certification required

• At least 5 years prior experience as a nursing leader preferably with hospital and behavioral health experience

• Computer proficiency, including EMR

• Ability to maintain strict client confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.

• Completion of CPR and CPI within first 30 days of employment

• Positive demeanor and clear understanding of professional boundaries with patients along with sound clinical

judgment and decision-making skills.

• Ability to follow directives explicitly, adhere to facility policies, provide patient-driven customer service, and

exercise time management skills Schedule flexibility may be REQUIRED to accommodate client admissions.

• Must hold a valid driver’s license with reliable transportation.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintaining compliance with government and facility regulations  

• Serve as a liaison between nurses and clinicians  

• Recommend strategies for improving patient care  

• Managing and communicating policies and procedures 

• Serve as a voice for the clinical care nursing and empower them to reach new heights of clinical excellence. 

• Improve the operational efficiency within the organization. They will ensure the daily operations and procedures.

are aligned with its mission, values, and vision.