Chief Nursing Officer Job at Encompass Health (Danbury)

Chief Nursing Officer

Encompass Health

Location:
United States , Danbury

Category:
Nursing

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Description:

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.

Job Responsibility:

Collaborate with all medical, clinical, and therapeutic disciplines to foster a patient-focused, team-oriented culture that delivers superior service and outstanding outcomes
Develop patient care programs, policies, and procedures that outline how patients' needs for nursing care, treatment, and services are assessed, evaluated, and met
Act as a representative for nursing on various committees, including the Governing Body, Quality Council, Med Exec, Infection Control, Education, and Ethics Committees, as needed
Support cultural diversity and maintain an inclusive, respectful work environment
Cultivate an environment and culture that empowers the hospital to fulfill its mission by exceeding its goals, communicating the hospital's mission to all staff, holding staff accountable, motivating the team, and taking charge of measurement and assessment
Implement Joint Commission, CMS, State, rehabilitation nursing, and hospital standards
Utilize a staffing matrix that factors in patient acuity and adjusts staffing to meet budgeted NHPPD. Integrate complex data to make informed decisions, develop programs and plans that optimize health, promote wellness, manage illness, and prevent patient complications
Celebrate the achievements of your staff and patients along the way

Requirements:

Possess a current RN licensure as required by state regulations
Hold BLS certification (ACLS preferred)
Commit to obtaining CRRN certification within a year of meeting the eligibility requirements
Possess a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or a related field, unless a higher degree is mandated by 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
Five years of experience in an inpatient hospital setting
Two years of recent (within the last 5 years) Nursing Management experience, with responsibilities including 24-hour accountability, FTE management, policy, procedure, and budgetary oversight, as well as conducting disciplinary action

What we offer:

Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full-time and part-time employees and their families
Generous paid time off that accrues over time
Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and continuing education
Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans
Flexible spending and health savings accounts
A vibrant community of individuals passionate about the work they do

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 11, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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