Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) - Behavioral Health

Acadia Healthcare • Battle Creek, MI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) - Bronson Behavioral Health Hospital Battle Creek, MI | Relocation Assistance Available Lead With Purpose. Transform Behavioral Health Care. Are you an experienced, mission-driven nursing leader ready to shape care at the executive level? Join Bronson Behavioral Health Hospital, a newly built, state-of-the-art behavioral health facility, and become part of Acadia Healthcare - the nation’s largest stand-alone provider of mental health and addiction treatment. About Bronson Behavioral Health Behavioral Health Located in Battle Creek, MI, our 96-bed inpatient hospital provides specialized treatment for adults facing acute behavioral health challenges. As a joint venture with Bronson Healthcare and Acadia Healthcare, this brand-new facility is designed to set the standard for compassionate, evidence-based mental health care in the region. Why You’ll Love This Role We know top talent deserves top rewards. Here’s what you’ll enjoy: Relocation Assistance & or Sign-On Bonus - We’ll support your move and welcome you with a generous bonus. Professional Growth & Career Pathing - From Corporate Nursing to CEO-in-Training, your development is our priority. Executive Mentorship – Paired with a corporate nurse executive from day one Competitive Salary & Bonuses Comprehensive Health Benefits - Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with Company Match Generous PTO - Includes vacation, holidays, extended sick leave, and mental health days. Industry-Leading Training & Support - You’ll be paired with a corporate nurse executive mentor from day one. Your Impact As Chief Nursing Officer, you’ll be a key member of the hospital’s executive leadership team. You will: Drive nursing strategy and operational excellence. Mentor and develop clinical leaders across all units. Ensure compliance with TJC, CMS, and regulatory standards. Oversee budgets, staffing, and workforce planning. Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary teams. Monitor outcomes and champion continuous improvement. Influence executive decisions and long-term planning. How We’ll Support You While each of our hospitals operates independently, you’ll never be alone. You’ll receive hands-on support from: Corporate nurse leadership for ongoing mentorship and guidance Corporate recruiting to help you build a strong clinical team Qualifications Active RN License (Michigan or eligible for reciprocity). Proven Nursing Leadership (CNO, DON, or equivalent). Behavioral Health Experience in an inpatient psychiatric setting (required). Strategic & Operational Expertise with strong interpersonal skills. Education: BSN required; MSN or mental health nursing preferred. Experience: 6+ years RN experience (10+ preferred). 3+ years progressive nursing management. 2+ years behavioral health RN experience in inpatient psychiatry. Ready to Lead Change? Take the next step in your leadership journey and help us redefine behavioral health care. Apply today and make an impact that truly matters. We’re committed to inclusion and equity. At Acadia Healthcare, we celebrate diversity and strive to create an environment where every team member feels valued and supported. We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Your time matters to us. We appreciate every application and review each one carefully. While we may only contact candidates whose experience most closely matches the role, we’re grateful for your interest and for considering us in your career journey.

Requirements

• Active RN License (Michigan or eligible for reciprocity).
• Proven Nursing Leadership (CNO, DON, or equivalent).
• Behavioral Health Experience in an inpatient psychiatric setting (required).
• Strategic & Operational Expertise with strong interpersonal skills.
• BSN required
• 6+ years RN experience (10+ preferred).
• 3+ years progressive nursing management.
• 2+ years behavioral health RN experience in inpatient psychiatry.

Nice To Haves

• MSN or mental health nursing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive nursing strategy and operational excellence.
• Mentor and develop clinical leaders across all units.
• Ensure compliance with TJC, CMS, and regulatory standards.
• Oversee budgets, staffing, and workforce planning.
• Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary teams.
• Monitor outcomes and champion continuous improvement.
• Influence executive decisions and long-term planning.

Benefits

• Relocation Assistance
• Sign-On Bonus
• Professional Growth & Career Pathing
• Executive Mentorship
• Competitive Salary & Bonuses
• Comprehensive Health Benefits (Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with Company Match
• Generous PTO (Includes vacation, holidays, extended sick leave, and mental health days.)
• Industry-Leading Training & Support

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees