Chief Nursing Officer (CNO)

Quarterly & Annual Bonus Opportunity | 100% Employer-Paid Benefits OR Additional Opt-Out Pay

Are you a proven Chief Nursing Officer with a passion for compassionate, patient-centered care? Do you thrive in environments where your leadership directly shapes clinical excellence, culture, and outcomes? This is your opportunity to help build something extraordinary at Meadowview Behavioral Hospital, a new facility providing comprehensive inpatient and outpatient psychiatric services.

The Chief Nursing Officer will serve as a key member of the senior leadership team, responsible for clinical practice standards, operational oversight of Nursing Services, and ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality, and therapeutic care.

• Direct the provision of 24/7 nursing services across the facility.
• Develop, implement, and revise corporate, facility, and Nursing Services policies in alignment with Medical Staff Bylaws and organizational goals.
• Evaluate program quality, nursing performance, and clinical effectiveness.
• Establish and monitor methods to evaluate nursing care practices; initiate research and performance improvement initiatives.
• Partner with the CEO to develop short- and long-term goals for Nursing Services.
• Create and lead nursing committees to support quality, safety, and patient care standards.
• Apply strategic problem-solving to support organizational goals and operational efficiency.
• Develop, justify, and manage the annual department budget.
• Collaborate with facility leadership to optimize programming and patient experience.
• Ensure all Nursing Services manuals and documentation remain current and compliant.
• Oversee patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to ensure continuity of care.
• Meet regularly with Program Managers, the Medical Director, and clinical teams to ensure compliance with program goals.
• Serve on facility committees as assigned.
• Act as a role model, mentor, and resource for nursing staff to support excellence in clinical practice.

• Education & Licensure: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited school of nursing; Master’s Degree in psychiatric nursing or related field required. Licensed as a Registered Nurse in Illinois.
• Experience: A minimum of five (5) years’ experience as a CNO, in administration, and/or in dedicated leadership experience in psychiatric nursing.
• Additional Skill Requirements: A thorough knowledge of The Joint Commission, Medicare, OSHA regulations, and all other state and federal regulatory standards.

• 401(k) matching
• 100% company-paid medical insurance up to family coverage
• 100% company-paid life insurance coverage up to 2x your annual salary
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• 100% company-paid long-term disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Shift Differential Pay
• Cafeteria on site
• Employee engagement events
• Employee assistance program
• Employee recognition program
• Free parking

What sets us apart:

• Career & training development opportunities
• Dynamic and inclusive work environment
• Engaged management team dedicated to your success
• A guiding mission and set of values that serve as both our north star and yours, anchoring our collective purpose and aspirations

Disclaimer: Benefits are subject to change at the discretion of Meadowview Behavioral Hospital.

This is a full-time executive role with a competitive salary of $140,000 to $170,000 annually, plus quarterly and annual bonus opportunities. We’re eager to engage with all qualified candidates, and consideration will be given to experience and skill level. Join us as our Chief Nursing Officer (CNO).

At Meadowview Behavioral Hospital, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and provide equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected category and will provide accommodations to applicants with disabilities.