Nursing Officer Jobs
Nursing Officer jobs are open across hospitals, long-term care, government health agencies, and military settings, from entry-level through senior leadership, with specializations in clinical practice, infection control, and public health. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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About Parkwood Behavioral Health System
Parkwood Behavioral Health System provides behavioral health and chemical dependency services to the Mid-South region and has been in business since 1987. We are located in Desoto County, in the northwest corner of Mississippi and approximately 7 miles south of Memphis. As treatment options and patient care innovations have continued to become available we strive to provide the highest level of quality care to our patients. At Parkwood, our caring staff focus on providing compassionate care to meet the needs of individuals, families and communities. We offer a full continuum of care that provides treatment options to meet the individual needs of adults, adolescents and children. Parkwood Behavioral Health System includes a 148-bed inpatient acute and residential care facility, as well as partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient programs.
For more information about Parkwood Behavioral Health System, please visit our website at https://parkwoodbhs.com/
The Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) is a key member of the Parkwood Senior Leadership Team who will integrate and coordinate a patient centric nursing strategy with a keen focus on patient care; ensuring that delivery of high-quality and cost-effective health care is consistent with the mission, vision, and values of Universal Health Services and in accordance with government regulation, licensing and accreditation requirements. The CNO participates in the hospital’s strategic planning and contributes to the achievement of institutional goals and objectives. The Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) will focus on 5 key areas: People, Service, Quality, Growth, and Finance.
What do our current nursing leaders value at Parkwood and UHS?
That despite our large company design, each facility is run independently, and so our nurse executives have the autonomy to manage their teams with clinical and educational support from corporate. You are never alone, as you are part of a large network of peer nurse leaders that routinely exchange ideas and review current topics within the industry. That we have an active Nursing Council based on shared governance and evidence-based practice. That we offer internal leadership and clinical education, including a generous annual tuition assistance and continuing education allowance designed to keep you at the top of your practice. That we offer and support real career advancement opportunity, including our COO-in-Training program and a variety of regional and national corporate roles designed to support the field and share advanced experience. And, that UHS offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package that reflects the work/life needs of our senior leaders.
Senior Nursing benefits include:
- In-house Psychiatric Nurse Residency Transition-to-Practice Orientation (Earn 20 CEUs)
- Career development opportunities across UHS and its 300+ locations!
- Diverse programming to expand your experience and energize your career
- HealthStream online learning catalogue with plenty of free CEU courses
- Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
- 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
- SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
- Relocation Support available
- Pet Insurance
- More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com
If you would like to learn more before applying, please contact Scott Errickson, Sr. Director of Field Recruitment at (484) 584-2725, or via email at Scott.Errickson@UHSinc.com
About Universal Health Services
- Licensure: Current license or permit to practice professional nursing in the state of MS.
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing from a CCNE accredited nursing program; Master of Science in Nursing is strongly preferred within first year of employment.
- Demonstrated working knowledge of behavioral health nursing clinical practices and management.
- Extensive knowledge of principles and practices relevant to nursing and patient care activities.
- Demonstrated knowledge of effective management and supervisory practices. Highly developed written and verbal communication skills.
- Five or more years of progressive nursing management experience in behavioral health setting is preferred
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Notice
At UHS and all subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates with matching skillset and experience with the best possible career at UHS and our subsidiaries. We take pride in creating a highly efficient and best in class candidate experience. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. The recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail etc. If you feel suspicious of a job posting or job-related email, let us know by contacting us at: https://uhs.alertline.com or 1-800-852-3449
About Parkwood Behavioral Health System
Parkwood Behavioral Health System provides behavioral health and chemical dependency services to the Mid-South region and has been in business since 1987. We are located in Desoto County, in the northwest corner of Mississippi and approximately 7 miles south of Memphis. As treatment options and patient care innovations have continued to become available we strive to provide the highest level of quality care to our patients. At Parkwood, our caring staff focus on providing compassionate care to meet the needs of individuals, families and communities. We offer a full continuum of care that provides treatment options to meet the individual needs of adults, adolescents and children. Parkwood Behavioral Health System includes a 148-bed inpatient acute and residential care facility, as well as partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient programs.
For more information about Parkwood Behavioral Health System, please visit our website at https://parkwoodbhs.com/
The Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) is a key member of the Parkwood Senior Leadership Team who will integrate and coordinate a patient centric nursing strategy with a keen focus on patient care; ensuring that delivery of high-quality and cost-effective health care is consistent with the mission, vision, and values of Universal Health Services and in accordance with government regulation, licensing and accreditation requirements. The CNO participates in the hospital’s strategic planning and contributes to the achievement of institutional goals and objectives. The Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) will focus on 5 key areas: People, Service, Quality, Growth, and Finance.
What do our current nursing leaders value at Parkwood and UHS?
That despite our large company design, each facility is run independently, and so our nurse executives have the autonomy to manage their teams with clinical and educational support from corporate. You are never alone, as you are part of a large network of peer nurse leaders that routinely exchange ideas and review current topics within the industry. That we have an active Nursing Council based on shared governance and evidence-based practice. That we offer internal leadership and clinical education, including a generous annual tuition assistance and continuing education allowance designed to keep you at the top of your practice. That we offer and support real career advancement opportunity, including our COO-in-Training program and a variety of regional and national corporate roles designed to support the field and share advanced experience. And, that UHS offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package that reflects the work/life needs of our senior leaders.
Senior Nursing benefits include:
- In-house Psychiatric Nurse Residency Transition-to-Practice Orientation (Earn 20 CEUs)
- Career development opportunities across UHS and its 300+ locations!
- Diverse programming to expand your experience and energize your career
- HealthStream online learning catalogue with plenty of free CEU courses
- Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
- 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
- SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
- Relocation Support available
- Pet Insurance
- More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com
If you would like to learn more before applying, please contact Scott Errickson, Sr. Director of Field Recruitment at (484) 584-2725, or via email at Scott.Errickson@UHSinc.com
About Universal Health Services
- Licensure: Current license or permit to practice professional nursing in the state of MS.
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing from a CCNE accredited nursing program; Master of Science in Nursing is strongly preferred within first year of employment.
- Demonstrated working knowledge of behavioral health nursing clinical practices and management.
- Extensive knowledge of principles and practices relevant to nursing and patient care activities.
- Demonstrated knowledge of effective management and supervisory practices. Highly developed written and verbal communication skills.
- Five or more years of progressive nursing management experience in behavioral health setting is preferred
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Notice
At UHS and all subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates with matching skillset and experience with the best possible career at UHS and our subsidiaries. We take pride in creating a highly efficient and best in class candidate experience. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. The recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail etc. If you feel suspicious of a job posting or job-related email, let us know by contacting us at: https://uhs.alertline.com or 1-800-852-3449
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Who's Hiring
- Encompass Health11
- PAM Health10
- Tenet Healthcare9
- Lifepoint Health5
- Prime Healthcare Services5
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services17
- Accounting & Auditing1
- Non-Profit & Social Services1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in nursing officer jobs.
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of employment
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or higher degree required
- BLS and ACLS certification current and in good standing
- Minimum two to five years of clinical nursing experience in a relevant setting
- Demonstrated supervisory or charge nurse leadership experience
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
Tips for Your Nursing Officer Job Search
Tailor your resume to the setting
Hospital nursing officer roles prioritize acute care metrics and unit oversight, while government or public health postings weight population-level outcomes. Mirror the language in each listing so your resume speaks directly to the hiring panel's priorities.
Highlight your licensure and certifications upfront
Registered Nurse licensure, BLS, and any specialty certifications like CEN or CCRN should appear in a dedicated credentials section near the top of your resume. Recruiters screen for these before reading anything else in your application.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists nursing officer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare clinical scenario responses in advance
Nursing officer interviews frequently use situational questions about staffing shortfalls, patient safety incidents, or interdepartmental conflict. Practice structured responses using real examples from your experience so your answers are specific and confident under pressure.
Research each facility's nurse-to-patient ratios
Before accepting an offer, confirm actual staffing ratios on the unit you'd lead. This signals to interviewers that you understand operational realities, and it protects you from accepting a role where workload expectations are unmanageable.
Follow up with the hiring panel after your interview
Send a brief note within 24 hours that references a specific topic from the interview, such as a quality initiative you discussed. It reinforces your clinical judgment and organizational fit in a way a generic thank-you note does not.
Nursing Officer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most nursing officers?
The companies hiring the most nursing officers right now include Encompass Health, PAM Health, and Tenet Healthcare, with the largest share of openings in Texas, California, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Health systems, federal agencies, and long-term care networks tend to post the highest volume of nursing officer roles on an ongoing basis.
How many nursing officer jobs are remote?
About 14% of nursing officer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with most in-person roles tied to direct patient care units or facility oversight. Sub-areas most likely to offer remote flexibility include care coordination, utilization review, and telehealth nursing supervision, where direct bedside presence is not required.
How do you become a nursing officer?
Start by earning a BSN and passing the NCLEX-RN to obtain your Registered Nurse license. Gain clinical experience in a specialty area, then pursue leadership roles such as charge nurse or unit supervisor. Many employers also expect a graduate degree in nursing leadership or healthcare administration for senior nursing officer positions, along with relevant specialty certifications.
Can you get hired as a nursing officer with little experience?
Entry-level nursing officer roles do exist, particularly in government health agencies, military settings, and long-term care facilities that provide structured orientation programs. Strengthen your application by earning a charge nurse designation during staff-level roles, completing a leadership internship, or obtaining a certification like the Nurse Executive credential even before you hold a formal officer title.
What does the nursing officer interview process look like?
The process typically begins with a phone screen by HR, followed by a panel interview that includes nursing leadership and clinical staff. You'll be asked situational and behavioral questions about staffing decisions, patient safety incidents, and conflict resolution. Some facilities add a written case study or a tour of the unit where you'd be expected to demonstrate operational awareness and clinical judgment.
Where can I find and apply to nursing officer jobs?
You can find and apply to nursing officer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the listings to find roles that match your specialty, experience level, and preferred setting, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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