Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) Behavioral Health Hospital

Acadia Healthcare • Valdosta, GA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Are you a compassionate and experienced nursing leader ready to make a lasting difference in behavioral health care? Join Greenleaf Behavioral Health Hospital, South Georgia's premier mental health facility, and take the next step in your leadership journey with Acadia Healthcare, the nation's largest stand-alone provider of behavioral health and addiction services. About Greenleaf Behavioral Health Located in Valdosta, Georgia, Greenleaf Behavioral Health is a state-of-the-art, 113-bed inpatient hospital providing comprehensive treatment for adults, adolescents, and children facing acute mental health and substance use challenges. We are proud to serve the South Georgia and North Florida communities, offering compassionate, evidence-based care that promotes recovery, resilience, and lasting wellness. As part of the Acadia Healthcare network, Greenleaf is supported by a national leader in behavioral health—while maintaining the personal, community-focused mission that defines our local care. Your Impact as Chief Nursing Officer: As the Chief Nursing Officer, you will be a key member of Greenleaf BH's executive leadership team. You'll guide nursing strategy, oversee clinical operations, and lead a team of dedicated professionals - all while ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, and patient-centered care.

Requirements

• Active RN license (GA or eligible for reciprocity)
• Significant nursing leadership experience (CNO, DON, or equivalent)
• Behavioral health or psychiatric inpatient experience strongly preferred
• Strong operational, strategic, and interpersonal leadership skills
• Active RN License (Georgia 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; MSN or mental health nursing preferred
• 6+ years RN experience (10+ preferred)
• 3+ years progressive nursing management
• 2+ years behavioral health RN experience in inpatient psychiatry

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership to the nursing department
• Lead, mentor, and develop nursing staff across all units
• Ensure compliance with TJC, CMS, and other regulatory standards and maintain survey readiness
• Oversee nursing budgets, staffing, recruitment, and scheduling
• Collaborate closely with physicians, administrative leaders, and multidisciplinary teams
• Monitor patient outcomes and drive continuous improvement in clinical care delivery
• Participate in executive decision-making and long-term facility planning

Benefits

• Relocation Assistance & or Sign-On Bonus - We'll support your move and welcome you with a generous bonus.
• Professional Growth & Career Pathing - From Nurse Executive to CEO-in-Training, your development is our priority.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees