Chief Nursing Officer — Behavioral Health Leader Relocation

Acadia Healthcare; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 138,000 - 207,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Sign-on bonus

Executive growth

Mentorship

Competitive compensation

Generous PTO

Industry training

Job summary

Pacific Grove Hospital in Riverside, CA is seeking a Chief Nursing Officer to lead clinical excellence and operational performance in a behavioral health setting. You will shape nursing strategy, ensure regulatory compliance, and partner with physicians to drive quality.

Relocation assistance and a $10,000 sign-on bonus are available. This role offers executive mentorship, career growth paths within Acadia Healthcare, competitive compensation, and generous PTO.

Qualifications

• Active RN license (California or eligible for reciprocity).
• Proven nursing leadership experience (CNO, DON, or equivalent).
• Behavioral health nursing experience in an inpatient psychiatric setting.
• BSN required; MSN or specialty certification preferred.
• Strong strategic, operational, and interpersonal skills.
• 6+ years of RN experience (10+ preferred).
• 3+ years of progressive nursing leadership.
• 2+ years of inpatient behavioral health RN experience.

Responsibilities

• Drive nursing strategy, quality, and operational excellence.
• Mentor and develop nursing leaders and frontline teams.
• Ensure compliance with The Joint Commission, CMS, and state regulatory standards.
• Oversee staffing models, budgets, and workforce planning.
• Collaborate closely with physicians and interdisciplinary teams.
• Monitor patient outcomes and lead continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Influence executive decisions and support long‑term strategic planning.

Job description

Pacific Grove Hospital in Riverside, CA is seeking a Chief Nursing Officer to lead clinical excellence and operational performance in a behavioral health setting. You will shape nursing strategy, ensure regulatory compliance, and partner with physicians to drive quality.

Relocation assistance and a $10,000 sign-on bonus are available. This role offers executive mentorship, career growth paths within Acadia Healthcare, competitive compensation, and generous PTO.