Chief Nursing Officer (CNO)
About The Position
Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) - Tufts Medicine Behavioral Health Hospital Malden, MA | 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 Tufts Medicine 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 Tufts Medicine Behavioral Health Hospital Tufts Medicine and Acadia Healthcare have partnered to open a 144-bed behavioral health hospital on the former Malden Hospital site. This state-of-the-art facility will provide inpatient care and intensive outpatient programs for all ages, offering expert, compassionate support close to home. 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
Requirements
- Active RN License (MA 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 & or 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
