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How much do chief nursing informatics officer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for chief nursing informatics officer in the United States is $155,833.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $126,000.00 and $173,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some typical responsibilities and collaborations involved in the Chief Nursing Informatics Officer role?

As a Chief Nursing Informatics Officer, your primary responsibilities include leading the integration of nursing practice with information technology, optimizing clinical workflows, overseeing EHR implementations, and ensuring data-driven decision-making. You will frequently work with executive leadership, IT teams, frontline clinicians, and external vendors to support organizational goals and manage complex projects. This role often involves mentoring nursing staff, setting informatics policies, and driving innovation across departments, making collaboration and communication key facets of your daily work. You can expect a dynamic, influential role at the intersection of clinical expertise and informatics, with significant opportunities for impact and organizational leadership.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Chief Nursing Informatics Officer position, and why are they important?

To excel as a Chief Nursing Informatics Officer, you need advanced clinical expertise, experience in healthcare informatics, leadership abilities, and typically a master’s or doctoral degree in nursing or informatics. Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems, data analytics tools, project management software, and informatics certifications such as ANCC Informatics Nursing Certification are highly valuable. Strong soft skills like strategic thinking, communication, change management, and team leadership help set top performers apart. These skills are crucial for successfully bridging clinical practice with technology solutions, leading organizational initiatives, and driving improvements in patient care and healthcare operations.

What is a Chief Nursing Informatics Officer job?

A Chief Nursing Informatics Officer (CNIO) is a senior healthcare executive responsible for integrating nursing, technology, and data to improve patient care and operational efficiency. They collaborate with IT, clinical teams, and leadership to implement and optimize health information systems, ensuring they align with nursing workflows. CNIOs also lead initiatives in data analytics, electronic health records (EHR), and digital health strategies to enhance decision-making. Their role bridges the gap between nursing and technology, promoting innovation and best practices in healthcare informatics.

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Infographic showing various Chief Nursing Informatics Officer job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 72% Full Time, and 28% Part Time. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $155,833 per year, or $74.9 per hour.
Chief Nursing Information Officer - IS Administration

Chief Nursing Information Officer - IS Administration

Kettering Health

Miamisburg, OH

$113K - $155K/yr

Full-time

Posted 26 days ago


Kettering Health rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

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295th of 870 rated healthcare providers


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Support Services | Miamisburg | Full Time | Days

Responsibilities & Requirements

The Chief Nursing Information Officer (CNIO) is responsible for strategic and operational nursing leadership in the development, deployment, and integration of clinical information systems to support clinicians and patient services. This responsibility includes, but is not limited to, improving the clinical quality, safety, and operational integrity of clinical information systems, as well as integrating quality improvement and regulatory standards. The CNIO will lead and participate in various committees that represent the needs and requirements of the nursing community, serving as an advocate for the use of information technology in the clinical setting. The CNIO will develop a strong collaborative relationship with the Chief Nursing Officer (CNO), the Chief Medical Information Officer (CMIO), and the Director of Informatics. Together, they will provide clinical leadership in utilizing information technology to support clinical quality and safety. Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Responsibilities:

Leads nursing digital transformation initiatives, including evaluation and deployment of emerging technologies (e.g., ambient documentation, virtual nursing, mobile workflows).

Partners with patient experience leaders to ensure that nursing documentation and IT systems support compassionate, efficient care.

Recommend enhancements for clinical systems, the utilization of analytics, and other needs that improve patient care and improve clinician wellness.

Work collaboratively with the IT and Clinical Leadership team to develop strategic plans regarding information management and clinical IT.

Serves on IT Governance and Clinical Committees to ensure alignment with nursing and interprofessional care standards.

Establish a relationship with clinicians to advocate for the use of clinical information systems in support of clinical decision support, evidence-based practice, and patient safety.

Provide informatics-based clinical reviews of plans for testing, training, hardware, and support of clinical IT initiatives.

Actively participates in governance forums, clinical advisory groups, and change control boards to ensure the voice of clinical practice informs IT priorities.

Proactively seek to educate stakeholders and seek their input regarding IT strategic planning initiatives and outcomes. 

Serves as an expert to communicate nursing and health care trends and issues at the local, regional, state, and/or national level.

Mentors and develops nurse informaticists to build the next generation of clinical informatics leaders.

Champion of data analytics tools to drive technology improvements and monitor change. 

Job Requirements:

BSN Required  Master's degree in nursing or clinical informatics preferred  ANCC Informatics Nursing Certification or CPHIMS preferred  Epic Certification(s) preferred 7-10 years of management in nursing and at least 5 years of management in Informatics or Information Technology. Strong knowledge of nursing theory and practice. Ability to analyze complex clinical operations and structure processes to facilitate decision-making regarding clinical information systems.  Advanced interpersonal and communication skills are essential for providing effective leadership and collaboration within a multidisciplinary setting.  Advanced skills in project and program management and change management.  Demonstrated experience and knowledge in healthcare informatics and health information systems.  Proficiency in EHR systems and related clinical applications.  Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret complex clinical data.  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.  Understanding of healthcare regulations, privacy, and security requirements. Overview

Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 14 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. Our mission is to live God's love by promoting and restoring health. Our commitment to our patients is to help individuals be their best. With that context, safety is our top priority. We provide an integrated system of healthcare experts committed to providing exceptional care.

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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