Chief Nursing Officer – Behavioral Health Leadership

UHS

Sacramento (CA)

On-site

USD 180,000 - 280,000

Full time

48 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance
Nurse Residency Transition-to-Practice
Career development opportunities
Health, Dental, Vision and Rx Plans
401(k) with company match
SoFi Student Loan Refinancing
Discounted stock plan

Job summary

Sierra Vista Hospital in Sacramento, CA, seeks a Chief Nursing Officer to lead a patient-centered nursing strategy within Universal Health Services’ Senior Leadership team. This executive will ensure delivery of high-quality, cost-effective care in a regulated environment, guiding clinical teams across inpatient behavioral health services.

The CNO will drive excellence in People, Service, Quality, Growth, and Finance while partnering with corporate and facility leaders to advance nursing

Qualifications

  • Licensed to practice nursing in CA.
  • BSN from CCNE-accredited program required; MSN preferred for this leadership role.
  • Demonstrated experience in behavioral health nursing management.
  • Strong understanding of nursing principles and patient care activities.
  • Proven leadership and supervisory skills with effective communication.

Responsibilities

  • Lead patient-centered nursing strategy aligned with UHS mission and values.
  • Coordinate nursing services with corporate and facility leadership for seamless care.
  • Drive People, Service, Quality, Growth, and Finance initiatives.
  • Support nursing education, professional development, and retention.

Skills

Leadership
Nursing management
Communication
Regulatory knowledge

Education

BSN (CCNE accredited)
MSN preferred

Job description

Sierra Vista Hospital in Sacramento, CA, seeks a Chief Nursing Officer to lead a patient-centered nursing strategy within Universal Health Services’ Senior Leadership team. This executive will ensure delivery of high-quality, cost-effective care in a regulated environment, guiding clinical teams across inpatient behavioral health services.

The CNO will drive excellence in People, Service, Quality, Growth, and Finance while partnering with corporate and facility leaders to advance nursing

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