Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) - Behavioral Health

Acadia Healthcare • Norcross, GA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) – Lakeview Behavioral Health Hospital Norcross, Georgia | Relocation Assistance Available Lead With Purpose. Elevate Behavioral Health Care in Metro Atlanta. Are you a mission‑driven nursing executive ready to lead clinical excellence at a high‑impact behavioral health hospital? Lakeview Behavioral Health Hospital, part of Acadia Healthcare, is seeking a strategic, compassionate, and operationally strong Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) to guide nursing practice and strengthen patient outcomes across our full continuum of care. About Lakeview Behavioral Health Hospital Lakeview Behavioral Health is a 118‑bed inpatient behavioral health treatment center providing comprehensive services for adolescents and adults. Located just outside the Atlanta perimeter in Norcross, GA, we deliver evidence‑based psychiatric and substance use treatment in a therapeutic, confidential, and safe environment. Our multidisciplinary teams provide individualized, trauma‑informed care supported by a broad continuum of services, including: Inpatient psychiatric care for adolescents & adults Detoxification & addiction treatment Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) Crisis stabilization Comprehensive behavioral, experiential, and medication‑based therapies 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 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 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 CNO As CNO, you will serve as a core member of the executive leadership team, accountable for both clinical excellence and operational performance. 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 Lakeview operates with the resources of a national network and the autonomy of a local, community‑driven hospital. You’ll receive hands‑on support from: Local leadership team Corporate nurse leadership for ongoing mentorship and guidance Corporate recruiting to help you build a strong clinical team We’re committed to inclusion and equity. Acadia Healthcare is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and strive to create an environment where every team member feels valued and supported. Your time matters to us. We appreciate every application and review each one with care. While we may contact only the candidates whose experience aligns most closely with our needs, we are genuinely grateful for your interest and for considering Lakeview Behavioral Health as part of your career journey. Apply today and make an impact that truly matters.

Requirements

• Active RN license (GA or eligible for reciprocity)
• Proven nursing leadership experience (CNO, DON, or equivalent)
• Behavioral health nursing experience in an inpatient psychiatric setting
• BSN required; MSN or specialty certification preferred
• Strong strategic, operational, and interpersonal skills
• 6+ years of RN experience (10+ preferred)
• 3+ years of progressive nursing leadership
• 2+ years of inpatient behavioral health RN experience

Nice To Haves

• MSN or specialty certification preferred
• 10+ years of RN experience

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 & or Sign-On 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
• 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.

What This Job Offers

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