Interim Chief Nursing Officer

Interim Chief Nursing Officer Opportunity

An Oklahoma hospital is seeking their next Interim Chief Nursing Officer!

The Position

An Interim Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) is needed to provide executive nursing leadership across multiple hospital facilities, advancing clinical excellence, patient safety, and consistent delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care. The Interim CNO will lead market-wide nursing strategy, supporting staffing performance, workforce planning, resource allocation, and operational goals while promoting accountability and alignment across facilities. Drive quality improvement, regulatory readiness, and patient safety initiatives by monitoring clinical outcomes, addressing performance gaps, and implementing standardized evidence-based practices. This leader will partner with hospital executives and nursing leaders to strengthen leadership development, succession planning, education, competency programs, and professional growth across the nursing workforce. Serve as a trusted coach and clinical resource for nursing leadership teams, translating clinical priorities into operational strategies while fostering collaboration, continuous improvement, and a culture of high reliability. Must be available to start within 2–3 weeks of acceptance.

Requirements

Master's degree is required; MSN, MHA, or Master of Public Health will be accepted. Active OK and/or compact RN license is required. Active ACLS and BLS certifications are required. A minimum of five years of CNO experience is required. LTAC experience is strongly preferred.

Compensation Details

Compensation Range: $170,000 to $180,000 annually. The final compensation rate will be determined based on experience, education, training, location, internal equity, and budget considerations, in accordance with Fair Market Value evaluation. Additionally, some candidates may be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, depending on the specific role, including but not limited to health insurance coverage and retirement benefits. The listed base compensation range represents a good faith estimate of potential earnings at the time of this job posting and may be subject to future adjustments.

The Community

Muskogee, Oklahoma lies approximately 48 miles southeast of Tulsa and is the 11th largest city in the state of Oklahoma. Muskogee is home to six museums, including the Five Civilized Tribes Museum and the Three Rivers Museum. People from across the country come to Muskogee to witness the Garden of Lights in Honor Heights Park, a 132-acre Christmas lights display.

Interim Leadership with B.E. Smith

Becoming an Interim Leader through BE Smith provides an exceptional opportunity to rapidly make meaningful improvement in healthcare settings. Is the interim leadership lifestyle right for you? Apply now and discover how Interim Leadership could revolutionize your career path. Joining the B.E. Smith team means you could receive a full benefits package upon accepting roles. This includes health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, AD&D, and a flexible spending account, with some benefits varying based on the job's type and duration. As a B.E. Smith employee, we manage your taxes by handling withholdings and also paying the employer portion of your FICA contributions. Interim positions come with varying travel requirements. B.E. Smith and the client cover all travel, accommodation, and work-related expenses. You receive bi-weekly trips home at the client's expense, plus a rental car and comfortable lodging for a convenient living experience. Some roles may require specific licenses. A compact nursing license allows registered nurses to work in any state that is part of the Nurse Licensure Compact without needing separate state licenses. Stay up to date on new legislation, and confirm licensure requirements with the recruiter. B.E. Smith is continuously addressing the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic with a commitment to transparent communication. We strive to mitigate its impact on clients, healthcare workers, employees, and stakeholders of B.E. Smith. Upholding our integrity, we remain dedicated to sharing timely updates and insights, guided by our core value of "Doing the Right Thing."