Chief Nursing Officer; CNO

Chief Nursing Officer

Location: Fort Myers, FL

Seniority level: Executive

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Health Care Provider

Select Specialty Hospital is a critical‑illness recovery hospital committed to providing world‑class inpatient post‑ICU services to chronic critically ill patients who require extended healing and recovery. We help patients during some of the most vulnerable, painful moments of their lives – and our team plays a central role in providing compassionate, excellent care every step of the way.

• Collaborate with the CEO and Human Resources leader to tackle problems and enhance both employee and patient experience.
• Resolve staffing ratios and work with senior nursing staff to improve quality of care.
• Engage with regional leaders on staffing initiatives, including leading educational programs for new graduates and re‑entry nurses.
• Hold fiscal responsibility to ensure budgets are met and costs are controlled within the hospital.
• Create a supportive and engaging culture for employees.

• BSN required. MSN or equivalent Master’s in Healthcare, or enrollment in a Master’s program required. Exceptions approved by SVP, Clinical Operations.
• 3–5 years of hospital nursing experience required. 3 or more years in a managerial or supervisory capacity preferred.
• Current state licensed Registered Nurse required.
• BLS required.
• ACLS required within 6 months of hire.

• Experience with ventilation, hemodynamics, critical drips, ET tubes and wounds.

• Bonus incentives.
• Extensive onboarding and training program.
• Customizable health insurance packages.