Chief Nursing Officer
Listed on 2026-10-16
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Nursing
Director of Nursing, Nursing Home, Healthcare Nursing
Honored and esteemed for your Chief Nursing Officer expertise
Are you seeking a transformative nursing leadership opportunity that feels close to home and heart? Encompass Health invites you to step into the role of Chief Nursing Officer at one of our 150+ in-patient rehabilitation hospitals, where we redefine the meaning of a fulfilling career. In our dynamic healthcare environment, experience the warmth of a welcoming community from the start. This role allows you to contribute to patients' well-being by providing compassionate care and support while playing a pivotal role in achieving inspiring healthcare outcomes.
As a Chief Nursing Officer, you'll understand that even small victories can yield substantial impacts, taking responsibility for the quality of nursing care provided by the staff. Join us on a journey where your leadership transforms lives, offering a career that combines professional excellence with a deep connection to your roots.
At Encompass Health, you'll experience the difference the moment you become a part of our team. Being at Encompass Health means aligning with a rapidly growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader. We take pride in the growth opportunities we offer and how our team unites for the greater good of our patients. Our achievements include being named one of the "World's Most Admired Companies" and receiving the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® Award, among other accolades, which is nothing short of amazing.
StartingPerks and Benefits
At Encompass Health, we are committed to creating a supportive, inclusive, and caring environment where you can thrive. From day one you will have access to:
- Affordable medical,dental,andvisionplansforbothfull-timeandpart-timeemployeesand their families.
- Generouspaidtimeoffthataccruesovertime.
- Opportunitiesfortuitionreimbursementandcontinuingeducation.
- Company-matching
401(k) andemployeestockpurchaseplans. - Flexiblespendingandhealthsavingsaccounts.
- Avibrantcommunityofindividualspassionateabouttheworktheydo!
- Joinavibrantcommunityofindividualswhoarepassionateaboutwhattheydo.
Yes,we consider this a valuable benefit.
- Collaboratewithallmedical,clinical,andtherapeuticdisciplinestofosterapatient-focused, team-oriented culture that delivers superior service and outstanding outcomes.
- Developpatientcareprograms,policies,andproceduresthatoutlinehowpatients'needsfornursingcare,treatment,andservicesareassessed,evaluated,andmet.
- Act as a representative for nursing on various committees, including the Governing Body, Quality Council,Med Exec,Infection Control,Education,andEthics
Committees,asneeded. - Supportculturaldiversityandmaintainaninclusive,respectfulworkenvironment.
- Cultivate an environment and culture that empowers the hospital to fulfill its mission by exceedingitsgoals,communicatingthehospital'smissiontoallstaff,holdingstaffaccountable,motivatingtheteam,andtakingchargeofmeasurementandassessment.
- Implement Joint Commission ,CMS,State,rehabilitation nursing,andhospitalstandards.
- Utilize a staffing matrix that factors in patient acuity and adjusts staffing to meet budgeted NHPPD.Integratecomplexdatatomakeinformeddecisions,developprogramsandplansthatoptimizehealth,promote wellness,manage illness,andpreventpatientcomplications.
- Celebratetheachievementsofyourstaffandpatientsalongtheway.
- PossessacurrentRNlicensureasrequiredbystate regulations.
- HoldBLScertification(ACLSpreferred).
- CommittoobtainingCRRNcertificationwithinayearofmeetingtheeligibilityrequirements.
- Possessa Bachelor'sDegreein
Nursingorarelatedfield,unlessahigherdegreeismandatedby state regulations. - Advanced Degree, plan to receive an advanced degree, or knowledge and skills associated with an advanced degree required unless otherwise specified by state regulation.
- Fiveyearsofexperienceinaninpatienthospitalsetting.
- Two years of recent (within the last 5 years) Nursing Management experience, with responsibilities including
24-hour accountability,FTEmanagement,policy,procedure,and budgetary oversight, as well as conducting disciplinary action. - Mayberequiredtoworkweekdaysand/or weekends,evenings and/ornightshifts.
- Mayberequiredtoworkonreligiousand/orlegalholidaysonscheduleddays/shifts.
We proudly set the standard in care by leading with empathy, doing what's right, focusing on the positive, and standing stronger together. Encompass Health is a trusted leader in post-acute care…
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