Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) - Shorewood Behavioral HealthMadison, WI | Relocation Assistance Available

This is more than a Chief Nursing Officer role, it's an opportunity to help build and shape the future of behavioral healthcare at one of Wisconsin's newest premier behavioral health hospitals.

If you're a nursing executive who thrives on building high-performing teams, advancing clinical excellence, and influencing organizational strategy, we invite you to join Shorewood Behavioral Health as our next Chief Nursing Officer.

Shorewood Behavioral Health is seeking an experienced, strategic nursing executive to join our Executive Leadership Team. As Chief Nursing Officer, you'll partner directly with the CEO and senior leadership team to drive clinical excellence, strengthen nursing culture, develop future leaders, and influence the long-term direction of the organization. If you're a passionate nursing leader who excels at developing teams, improving patient outcomes, and leading organizational growth, we'd love to connect with you.

Your Impact

As Chief Nursing Officer, you will serve as a key member of the Executive Leadership Team and provide strategic oversight for all nursing operations.

• 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.

The Leader We're Looking For

You may be the ideal fit if you:

• Inspire and develop high-performing teams
• Lead with both accountability and empathy
• Balance strategic vision with operational execution
• Thrive in fast-paced healthcare environments
• Build trust across multidisciplinary teams
• Are passionate about behavioral health and patient-centered care
• View leadership as an opportunity to develop others and create meaningful change

Active RN License (WI 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.

BSN required; MSN or mental health nursing preferred.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 shape the future of behavioral healthcare in Wisconsin. Apply today and make an impact that truly matters.

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