Chief Nursing Officer

Southridge Behavioral Hospital; Byron Township (MI); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Support

Health insurance

401(K) with company match

Paid Time Off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Southridge Behavioral Hospital in Michigan seeks a Chief Nursing Officer to lead patient-centered nursing across our four units. You will join a joint venture with Trinity Health System and UHS, shaping a high-quality, cost-conscious care program that aligns with mission and regulatory standards.

As a key member of the Leadership Team, you will drive People, Service, Quality, Growth and Finance through hands-on leadership, robust clinical governance, and innovative education and development for

Qualifications

• Current license to practice professional nursing in MI.
• BSN from a CCNE-accredited nursing program.
• MSN strongly preferred.
• Five+ years of progressive nursing management experience.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Knowledge of behavioral health nursing practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead nursing strategy aligned with mission and values.
• Coordinate clinical care across four units.
• Ensure high-quality and cost-effective patient care.
• Contribute to hospital-wide strategic planning and goals.
• Foster professional development and succession planning.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Behavioral health nursing

Clinical governance

Communication skills

Strategic planning

Staff development

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Master of Science in Nursing

Job description

Chief Nursing Officer Opportunity - Behavioral Health

Southridge Behavioral Hospital is a beautiful and new state-of-the-art facility. As a joint venture with the Trinity Health System and Universal Health Services, we serve up to 96 adult and geriatric patients across four units.

We believe that caring, dedicated and valued staff provide exceptional patient care. We are seeking high caliber applicants that will provide innovative and evidence-based care focused on our patient’s individual needs, comfort and safety. Thank you for considering our Chief Nursing Officer CNO position as we continue our successful opening!

More information about Southridge can be found online at: https://southridgebh.com/

The Chief Nursing Officer is a key member of the Southridge Leadership Team who will integrate and coordinate a patient centric nursing strategy with a hands-on approach and keen focus on patient care; ensuring that delivery of high-quality and cost-effective health care is consistent with the mission, vision, and values of Universal Health Services and in accordance with government regulation, licensing and accreditation requirements. The CNO participates in the hospital’s strategic planning and contributes to the achievement of institutional goals and objectives. The CNO will focus on 5 key areas: People, Service, Quality, Growth, and Finance.

What do our current nursing leaders value across UHS?

That despite our large company design, each facility is run independently, and so our nurse executives have the autonomy to manage their teams with clinical and educational support from corporate. You are never alone, as you are part of a large network of peer nurse leaders that routinely exchange ideas and review current topics within the industry. That we have an active Nursing Council based on shared governance and evidence-based practice. That we offer internal leadership and clinical education, including a generous annual tuition assistance and continuing education allowance designed to keep you at the top of your practice. That we offer and support real career advancement opportunity, including our COO-in-Training program and a variety of regional and national corporate roles designed to support the field and share advanced experience. And, that UHS offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package that reflects the work/life needs of our senior leaders.

Total Rewards for our Senior Leaders include:

• Annual incentive plan


• Relocation Support


• Tuition savings to continue your nursing education with Chamberlain University


• In-house Psychiatric Nurse Residency Transition-to-Practice Orientation (20 CEUs)


• Career development opportunities across UHS and our 300+ locations!


• Diverse programming to expand your experience


• HealthStream online learning catalogue with plenty of free CEU courses


• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off


• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans


• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan


• Pet Insurance


• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program


• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: uhsguest.com

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 300 corporation, annual revenues were $15.8 billion in 2024. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies.

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 99,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com

Job Requirements:

• Licensure: Current license or permit to practice professional nursing in the state of MI.


• Bachelor of Science in Nursing from a CCNE accredited nursing program; Master of Science in Nursing is strongly preferred.


• Demonstrated working knowledge of behavioral health nursing clinical practices and management.


• Extensive knowledge of principles and practices relevant to nursing and patient care activities.


• Demonstrated knowledge of effective management and supervisory practices. Highly developed written and verbal communication skills.


• Five or more years of progressive nursing management experience required.


• Ability to plan, direct, and monitor others’ activities with demonstrated leadership abilities that contribute to a positive work environment.