Chief Nursing Officer (CNO)

Horizon Health Corporation; Olive Branch (MS); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment Program

401(K) with company match

Generous Paid Time Off

Job summary

Parkwood Behavioral Health System in Desoto County, MS, seeks a Chief Nursing Officer (RN) for full-time leadership of 24/7 clinical services across inpatient and day programs. The role emphasizes patient-centered care, staff development, and adherence to Parkwood BHS objectives.

The ideal candidate holds an MSN and an MS RN license, with at least five years in mental health nursing and three in supervision, and strong crisis management and CPR expertise.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited program of professional nursing; MSN required.
• Five years clinical nursing in mental health.
• Three years in a clinical supervisory role.
• Mississippi RN licensure or multi-state license per NCSBN.
• Knowledge of psychiatric nursing processes, crisis management and CPR.

Responsibilities

• Oversee 24/7 treatment services for Parkwood BHS patients.
• Promote patient care aligned with Parkwood BHS philosophy and objectives.
• Provide leadership to nursing staff and ensure quality care.
• Maintain CPR training and lead crisis management initiatives.

Skills

Leadership skills

Clinical supervision

Crisis management

CPR training

Education

MSN

RN licensure (MS or multi-state per NCSBN)

Job description

Responsibilities

Parkwood Behavioral Health System (a UHS facility):

Parkwood Behavioral Health System provides behavioral health and chemical dependency services to the Mid-South region and has been in business since 1987. We are located in Desoto County, in the northwest corner of Mississippi and approximately 7 miles south of Memphis.

As treatment options and patient care innovations have continued to become available we strive to provide the highest level of quality care to our patients. At Parkwood, our caring staff focus on providing compassionate care to meet the needs of individuals, families and communities.

We offer a full continuum of care that provides treatment options to meet the individual needs of adults, adolescents and children. Parkwood Behavioral Health System includes a 148-bed inpatient acute and residential care facility, as well as partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient programs.

For more information about Parkwood Behavioral Health System, please visit our website at https://parkwoodbhs.com/

Chief Nursing Officer(RN)

Full-time

The Chief Nursing Officer is responsible for 24 hour a day, seven day a week treatment services provided for patients at Parkwood BHS. The Chief Nursing Officer promotes patient care consistent with the philosophy and objectives of Parkwood BHS.

Qualifications

Education:

Graduate from an accredited program of professional nursing required; MSN required.

Experience:

(5) Five years clinical experience in mental health nursing and three years experience in a clinical supervisory role required.

Licensure:

Licensure and registration by the Mississippi Board of Nursing as a registered nurse, or multi-state license as approved by NCSBN.

Knowledge:

Must possess knowledge of general and psychiatric nursing processes, working concepts and theory, leadership skills, therapeutic relationships and processes, age specific growth and development, limit setting, crisis and behavior management and CPR training

What do our current nurses value at UHS?

An environment that puts patient care first. One of the most rewarding aspects of working as a Registered Nurse (RN) is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the patients and families you treat, at their most vulnerable times. Having the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance in your career. There are very robust continuing education options and opportunities for leadership development as a Registered Nurse (RN) with UHS. Supportive and responsive leadership. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Benefit Highlights:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
• Competitive Compensation
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Generous Paid Time Off

About Universal Health Services (UHS)

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $11.6 billion in 2020. In 2021, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; in 2020, ranked #281 on the Fortune 500; and listed #330 in Forbes ranking of U.S.’ Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has 89,000 employees and through its subsidiaries operates 26 acute care hospitals, 334 behavioral health facilities, 39 outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 38 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

EEO Statement

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