Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) Behavioral Health
About The Position
Lakeview Behavioral Health is seeking an experienced, strategic nursing leader to join its Executive Leadership Team as Chief Nursing Officer. Located in Peachtree Corners, Georgia, Lakeview provides behavioral health and addiction treatment for adults and adolescents through inpatient treatment, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient programming, and detoxification services. Care addresses psychiatric, substance use, and co-occurring disorders. The CNO oversees the strategic direction and operational performance of nursing services throughout the hospital. The role partners with the CEO, Medical Director, senior leaders, physicians, and multidisciplinary teams to strengthen nursing culture, improve patient outcomes, support hospital-wide clinical and strategic decisions, and advance patient-centered care across the continuum. The CNO also develops nursing leaders, supports organizational growth, and ensures clinical and regulatory readiness. As part of Acadia Healthcare, the role has access to broader leadership resources, operational support, corporate nursing leadership, executive mentorship, and career development opportunities across the network.
Requirements
- Active RN license in Georgia or eligibility for reciprocity.
- BSN required.
- At least 6 years of nursing experience.
- At least 3 years of progressive nursing leadership experience.
- Current or prior experience as a CNO, Associate CNO, Director of Nursing, or equivalent nursing leader.
- Experience leading nursing operations within an inpatient behavioral health or psychiatric facility.
- Proven ability to develop teams, improve quality outcomes, and drive employee engagement.
- Strong executive presence and ability to partner effectively across all levels of the organization.
Nice To Haves
- MSN preferred.
- 10 or more years of nursing experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the strategic direction and operational performance of nursing services throughout the hospital.
- Create a culture of clinical excellence and accountability.
- Develop and mentor nursing leaders.
- Drive employee engagement and retention.
- Ensure regulatory and accreditation readiness.
- Lead quality, patient safety, and performance improvement initiatives.
- Optimize staffing and workforce planning.
- Partner with physicians and multidisciplinary teams.
- Support organizational growth and strategic initiatives.
- Advance patient-centered care across the continuum.
Benefits
- Competitive executive compensation.
- Bonus opportunity.
- Relocation assistance.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Generous paid time off.
- Paid holidays.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Wellness and mental health resources.
- Ongoing leadership development opportunities.
- Executive mentorship and career growth opportunities throughout Acadia's nationwide network.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
