Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) - Behavioral Health
About The Position
Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) - Bronson Behavioral Health Hospital Battle Creek, MI | Relocation Assistance Available Step Into a Leadership Role That Truly Makes a Difference 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. Your Impact as Chief Nursing Officer: As CNO, you will be a key member of the hospital's executive leadership team. You'll guide nursing strategy, oversee clinical operations, and lead high-performing teams - all with a focus on safety, quality, and dignity in patient care. What's In It For You? 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. 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 Access to Acadia's CEO-in-Training Program if you're looking to grow into hospital operations leadership We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual's characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws. We're so grateful for every application we receive. While we carefully review each one, we may only be able to contact those whose experience most closely matches the role. Thank you for understanding and for considering us in your job search. #LI-SG1 #LI-onsite #LI-BRH AHCORP
Requirements
- Active RN license (Michigan 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 skills
- Bachelor's degree in nursing or commensurate experience required.
- 6 years RN experience required.
- 2 years behavioral health experience as and RN in an inpatient psychiatric setting required
- 3 years of progressive nursing management or administrative nursing experience required.
- Only candidates with Behavioral Health experience as an RN in an inpatient psychiatric setting will be considered for this role.
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree in nursing or mental health nursing strongly preferred.
- 10+ Years RN experience preferred.
- Nursing leadership experience in a freestanding psychiatric hospital strongly preferred.
- Prior CNO/DON experience strongly preferred.
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
- Professional Growth & Career Pathing
- 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
Industry
Ambulatory Health Care Services
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
