Chief Nursing Officer (CNO)

Overview

Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) – East Tennessee Behavioral Health

Knoxville, TN | Relocation Assistance Available

Lead With Purpose. Transform Behavioral Health Care.

Are you an experienced, mission-driven nursing leader ready to shape care at the executive level? Join East Tennessee Behavioral Health, a modern, state-of-the-art behavioral health facility, and become part of Acadia Healthcare, the nation’s largest stand-alone provider of mental health and addiction treatment.

About East Tennessee Behavioral Health

Located in Knoxville, Tennessee, East Tennessee Behavioral Health is a 90-bed inpatient hospital providing specialized treatment for adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients facing acute behavioral health challenges.

Why You’ll Love This RoleWe know top talent deserves top rewards. Here’s what you’ll enjoy:

• Relocation Assistance & or Sign-On Bonus - We’ll support your move and welcome you with a generous bonus.
• Professional Growth & Career Pathing - From Corporate Nursing to CEO-in-Training, your development is our priority.
• Executive Mentorship – Paired with a corporate nurse executive from day one
• Competitive Salary & Bonuses
• Comprehensive Health Benefits - Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with Company Match
• Generous PTO - Includes vacation, holidays, extended sick leave, and mental health days.
• Industry-Leading Training & Support - You’ll be paired with a corporate nurse executive mentor from day one.

Your ImpactAs Chief Nursing Officer, you’ll be a key member of the hospital’s executive leadership team. You will:

• Drive nursing strategy and operational excellence. 
• Mentor and develop clinical leaders across all units. 
• Ensure compliance with TJC, CMS, and regulatory standards. 
• Oversee budgets, staffing, and workforce planning. 
• Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary teams. 
• Monitor outcomes and champion continuous improvement. 
• Influence executive decisions and long-term planning.

How We’ll Support You

While each of our hospitals operates independently, you’ll never be alone. You’ll receive hands-on support from:

• Corporate nurse leadership for ongoing mentorship and guidance
• Corporate recruiting to help you build a strong clinical team

Qualifications

• Active RN License (Tennessee or eligible for reciprocity). 
• Proven Nursing Leadership (CNO, DON, or equivalent). 
• Behavioral Health Experience in an inpatient psychiatric setting (required). 
• Strategic & Operational Expertise with strong interpersonal skills. 
• Education: BSN required; MSN or mental health nursing preferred. 
• Experience:
  • 6 years RN experience (10 preferred).
  • 3 years progressive nursing management.
  • 2 years behavioral health RN experience in inpatient psychiatry. 

Ready to Lead Change?Take the next step in your leadership journey and help us redefine behavioral health care. Apply today and make an impact that truly matters.

We’re committed to inclusion and equity.At Acadia Healthcare, we celebrate diversity and strive to create an environment where every team member feels valued and supported. We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Your time matters to us.We appreciate every application and review each one carefully. While we may only contact candidates whose experience most closely matches the role, we’re grateful for your interest and for considering us in your career journey.

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