- Location
- Norcross, GA, US
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Healthcare
- Seniority
- C-Level
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- iCIMS
Description
Overview
Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) – Lakeview Behavioral Health
Peachtree Corners, GA | Atlanta Metro Area | Relocation Assistance Available
Lead the Future of Behavioral Healthcare
Lakeview Behavioral Health is seeking an experienced, strategic nursing leader to join our Executive Leadership Team as Chief Nursing Officer (CNO).
In this highly visible role, you’ll partner directly with the CEO and senior leadership team to drive exceptional patient care, strengthen nursing culture, develop future leaders, and help shape the continued success of the hospital. If you’re passionate about behavioral health, improving patient outcomes, and building high-performing clinical teams, we’d love to connect with you.
About Lakeview Behavioral Health
Located in Peachtree Corners, Georgia, just outside Atlanta, Lakeview Behavioral Health provides behavioral health and addiction treatment for adults and adolescents. The hospital offers a continuum of care that includes inpatient treatment, partial hospitalization (PHP), intensive outpatient programming (IOP), and detoxification services, with treatment addressing psychiatric, substance use, and co-occurring disorders.
As part of Acadia Healthcare, you’ll have access to broader leadership resources, operational support, and career development opportunities while making a direct impact at the hospital level.
Why Nursing Leaders Choose Lakeview
As Chief Nursing Officer, you’ll have:
- A true seat at the executive leadership table
- Direct partnership with the CEO, Medical Director, and senior leadership team
- The ability to influence hospital-wide clinical and strategic decisions
- The autonomy to build, mentor, and develop a high-performing nursing organization
- Access to corporate nursing leadership and executive mentorship
- Opportunities for continued career growth throughout Acadia’s nationwide network
- The opportunity to lead within a hospital providing multiple levels of behavioral health and addiction care in the Atlanta market
The Opportunity
As CNO, you’ll oversee the strategic direction and operational performance of nursing services throughout the hospital, including:
- Creating a culture of clinical excellence and accountability
- Developing and mentoring nursing leaders
- Driving employee engagement and retention
- Ensuring regulatory and accreditation readiness
- Leading quality, patient safety, and performance improvement initiatives
- Optimizing staffing and workforce planning
- Partnering with physicians and multidisciplinary teams
- Supporting organizational growth and strategic initiatives
- Advancing patient-centered care across the continuum
Why You’ll Love This Opportunity
- Executive-level impact with the opportunity to help shape hospital strategy
- Executive mentorship from experienced corporate nursing leaders
- Leadership development and continued professional growth
- Broad clinical scope across inpatient and outpatient behavioral health and addiction services
- Atlanta-area location in Peachtree Corners, Georgia
- Career growth opportunities throughout the Acadia network
Compensation & Benefits
We recognize the value executive nursing leaders bring and offer a comprehensive rewards package, including:
- Competitive Executive Compensation
- Bonus Opportunity
- Relocation Assistance
- Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness & Mental Health Resources
- Ongoing Leadership Development Opportunities
Qualifications
What We're Looking For
- Active RN License (GA or eligible for reciprocity)
- BSN required; MSN preferred
- 6+ years of nursing experience (10+ years preferred)
- 3+ years of progressive nursing leadership experience
- Current or prior experience as a CNO, Associate CNO, Director of Nursing, or equivalent nursing leader
- Experience leading nursing operations within an inpatient behavioral health or psychiatric facility
- Proven ability to develop teams, improve quality outcomes, and drive employee engagement
- Strong executive presence with the ability to partner effectively across all levels of the organization
Ready to Lead Change?
If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact, elevate nursing practice, and help shape the future of behavioral healthcare, we invite you to explore this executive leadership opportunity with Lakeview Behavioral Health.
Join a team focused on providing individualized behavioral health and addiction treatment while helping patients build a foundation for lasting recovery.
We’re Committed to Inclusion and Equity
Lakeview Behavioral Health is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Your Time Matters to Us
We appreciate your interest in Lakeview Behavioral Health and the time you’ve invested in applying. Every application is carefully reviewed, and while only candidates whose qualifications most closely align with our needs may be contacted, we thank all applicants for considering us as part of their professional journey.
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