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Durant, Oklahoma

Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) - Durant, OK

Registered NurseFull-Time

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Job Description

AllianceHealth Durant is a 138-bed licensed acute care facility offering a range
of inpatient and outpatient services. AllianceHealth Durant's quality of care
has been recognized by respected agencies and national accrediting bodies.
AllianceHealth Durant is an accredited hospital by The Joint Commision, with
additional certification as an Acute Stroke Ready facility.

AllianceHealth Oklahoma®, comprising AllianceHealth Durant, AllianceHealth
Madill and AllianceHealth Medical Group, work together as a system. What does
this mean for you? It will mean things like innovation, improved healthcare
access and, above all, an emphasis on safe, quality care. Being a part of a
system means access to shared clinical experience, coordination of care and
additional improved access to specialty care locally.

Purpose and Ambition Statement
We help people get well and live healthier by providing safe, quality
healthcare, building enduring relationships with patients and providing value
for the people and communities we serve.

Job Summary

The Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) is responsible for overseeing all nursing
operations at the facility, ensuring the highest quality of patient care,
regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency. As a member of the senior
leadership team, the CNO collaborates with hospital leaders, department heads,
and clinical teams to implement nursing strategies that align with the
facility's mission and values. The CNO is also responsible for driving patient
care initiatives, managing nursing staff, and ensuring compliance with
healthcare regulations.

Essential Functions

* Provides leadership and direction for all nursing services, ensuring the
delivery of high-quality patient care and compliance with healthcare
standards.
* Develops and implements nursing policies, procedures, and programs to support
patient care and operational goals.
* Oversees the recruitment, development, and retention of nursing staff,
ensuring adequate staffing levels and fostering a positive work environment.
* Collaborates with the senior leadership team and department heads to develop
strategies that promote the hospital’s mission and improve patient care
outcomes.
* Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, accreditation standards, and
internal policies related to nursing care and patient safety.
* Monitors nursing performance metrics and quality indicators, identifying
areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
* Provides guidance and mentorship to nursing managers and department heads,
fostering leadership development and continuous improvement.
* Leads efforts to improve patient satisfaction, safety, and clinical outcomes
by promoting evidence-based practices and continuous education for nursing
staff.
* Manages nursing budgets and resources, ensuring cost-effective operations
without compromising the quality of care.
* Participates in strategic planning, decision-making, and policy development
as a member of the hospital's executive team.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
* Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
* Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

* Master's Degree in Nursing, Health Administration, or related field required
* Minimum of 10 years of nursing experience, with at least five (5) years in a
senior nursing leadership role, such as CNO or Director of Nursing in a
hospital or healthcare facility required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

* Strong leadership and management skills, with a proven ability to lead
nursing teams and improve patient care outcomes.
* Deep understanding of healthcare regulations, quality standards, and
accreditation processes.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to
collaborate with clinical and administrative leaders.
* Financial acumen, with experience in managing nursing budgets, staffing, and
resource allocation.
* Ability to implement evidence-based practices and foster a culture of
continuous improvement in nursing care.

Licenses and Certifications

* RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure
required

Key Responsibilities

The Chief Nursing Officer oversees all nursing operations, ensuring high-quality patient care, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency. They collaborate with the senior leadership team to implement nursing strategies and manage nursing staff to achieve organizational goals.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
10+ years of experience

Key Skills

Patient care managementBudget managementStaff developmentQuality improvementClinical operationsEvidence-based practiceHealthcare administrationInterpersonal communication

Nursing Administration — Registered Nurse Career Context

Of the 50 active Nursing Leadership listings this role was benchmarked against, 42% are remote, 60% have no call, 82% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Oklahoma is 87.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.9% of Oklahoma clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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CME allowance
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Sign-on bonus
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Loan repayment
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PSLF eligible
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Work-life snapshot

1.5/ 10
Listing-based score

Living in Durant

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$233k
Typical market rent
$1,462/mo
Residents’ average commute
17 min
State income tax
Up to 4.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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