Chief Nursing Officer; CNO

Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) – Surgical Hospital (RN)

Greater Houston, TX Region

Full-Time | Executive Nursing Leadership

This role supports a specialty surgical hospital in the Greater Houston area
, featuring:

• 6 Operating Rooms and 2 Procedure Rooms
• Accreditation:
  Joint Commission
• Surgical Specialties: ENT, General Surgery, GI, Gynecology, Ophthalmology, Orthopedics, Pain Management, Podiatry, Spine, Plastic Surgery, and Urology
• High-volume, modern ASC/hospital hybrid environment

This organization operates within one of the largest and most respected ASC platforms nationally and is known for high-quality, efficient surgical care.

We seek a highly experienced Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) to oversee all nursing and clinical operations within a specialized surgical hospital environment. This executive leader is accountable for clinical quality, regulatory compliance, staffing, budget oversight, operational efficiency, and alignment with organizational mission and strategy.

Ideal candidates bring strong leadership, OR experience, team‑building excellence, and the ability to drive high-performance clinical culture. Current ASC Clinical Directors with a BSN and an advanced degree (MSN, MBA, or MHA) are encouraged to apply.

• Develop and execute the hospital-wide plan for nursing care
  , ensuring quality practices aligned with organizational mission.
• Ensure continuous, timely delivery of nursing services across all departments.
• Oversee staffing plans, skill mix, scheduling, and personnel assignment.
• Evaluate and enhance nursing processes, ensuring evidence‑based standards of care.
• Integrate current research and regulatory changes into policies and best practices.

• Act as a senior leadership partner in strategic planning, budgeting, resource allocation, and operational goal‑setting.
• Ensure adequate staff competencies, ongoing training, and performance evaluation across all clinical departments.
• Lead the development and implementation of patient care programs, policies, and procedures.
• Evaluate departmental performance through continuous quality improvement and performance indicators.

• Participate actively in Medical Executive Committee, Medical Staff Committees, and Board‑level meetings.
• Work collaboratively with surgeons, anesthesia, clinical directors, and executive leadership.
• Serve as administrative resource for clinical leaders on budgeting, operations, HR matters, and service line performance.

• Maintain compliance with Joint Commission, CMS, state regulations, and corporate clinical standards.
• Drive process improvement initiatives to elevate patient safety, nurse satisfaction, and surgical throughput.
• Support the organization in achieving its performance improvement and quality metrics.

• Required: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Required: Master’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or related field

• Required: Minimum 5 years of progressive leadership overseeing multiple nursing departments within a hospital or surgical environment
• Preferred:
  • Previous experience as a CNO
  • Experience with in an ambulatory surgical hospital or ASC environment
  • Strong background in perioperative or OR leadership

• Required: Active Texas RN License or Compact RN License (Texas is part of the NLC)
• Required: AHA BLS certification
• Additional leadership or specialty certifications a plus

The Greater Houston region offers a high quality of life, affordable cost of living, excellent school options, and access to world‑class dining, cultural attractions, and outdoor activities. With its strong healthcare infrastructure and growing suburban communities, it’s an ideal location for healthcare leaders seeking both professional and personal growth.