Chief Nursing Officer (CNO)

Acadia•Columbus, OH

15d•$130,000 - $160,000•Onsite

About The Position

This is more than a Chief Nursing Officer role, it's an opportunity to shape the future of behavioral healthcare in one of Ohio's leading psychiatric hospitals. Mount Carmel Behavioral Health is seeking an experienced, strategic nursing executive to join our Executive Leadership Team. As Chief Nursing Officer, you'll partner directly with the CEO and senior leadership team to drive clinical excellence, strengthen nursing culture, develop future leaders, and influence the long-term direction of the organization. Mount Carmel Behavioral Health provides acute inpatient behavioral healthcare services for adults experiencing mental health and behavioral health challenges. Through evidence-based treatment and a patient-centered approach, our team is dedicated to helping patients achieve recovery, stability, and lasting wellness. As part of Acadia Healthcare, the nation's largest stand-alone behavioral healthcare provider, you'll have access to extensive leadership resources, best practices, and career advancement opportunities while maintaining meaningful influence at the local hospital level. This is a leadership role where your expertise, vision, and voice can directly shape patient care, staff engagement, and organizational success.

Requirements

Active RN License (OH 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.

Nice To Haves

MSN or mental health nursing preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve as a key member of the Executive Leadership Team and provide strategic oversight for all nursing operations.
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.