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Direct Hire Chief Nursing Officer Role $270,000 to $280,000 per year in Worcester, Massachusetts

ICON MEDICAL NETWORK

Last Updated: 2/09/26

Job Description

Job ID: 137809
Direct Hire Chief Nursing Officer Role $270,000 to $280,000 per year in Worcester, Massachusetts
Clinical Magnet is recruiting for a Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) on behalf of a leading healthcare system in Worcester, Massachusetts.
This is a DIRECT HIRE OPPORTUNITY
Job Summary:
The Chief Nursing Officer provides strategic leadership and oversees all nursing and designated patient care functions. This role is responsible for ensuring high-quality, safe, and effective nursing care, maintaining staff competency, and fostering strong collaboration across clinical and administrative teams.
Key Responsibilities: Lead nursing strategy, operations, and patient care delivery across the facility Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as TJC and Nurse Practice Act standards Partner with leadership to drive quality outcomes, patient safety, and employee engagement Develop and mentor nurse leaders while ensuring workforce planning, recruitment, and retention Actively represent nursing in governance, medical staff meetings, and board-level discussions Oversee fiscal and resource management to align with organizational goals Travel approximately 25% of the time to support two other local hospitals
Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Nursing required; Master's in Nursing or related field (Health Administration, Business, Public Health, or Management) required Active and current RN license in state of residence/practice Minimum 5 years of progressive management experience in a facility environment as ACNO or Nursing Director of multiple complex departments Must have experience leading multiple hospitals within one system Experience working with unions Experience working in for-profit hospital settings Strong labor relations and leadership background with proven operational expertise Highly effective interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills CENP or NEA certification preferred
Position Overview: Location: Worcester, MA (with 25% travel to two nearby hospitals) Job Type: Full-Time | Executive Leadership | Onsite Compensation: $270,000 - $280,000 annually Benefits: Full Executive Benefits Package



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