OverviewRiver Place Behavioral Health | LaPlace, LA(Relocation Assistance Available)
Your Impact as CNO:
As Chief Nursing Officer, you will serve as a key member of the executive leadership team, responsible for advancing nursing excellence, operational performance, and quality patient care.
You will:
- Drive nursing strategy and operational excellence across all clinical services
- Mentor and develop nursing leaders and high-performing teams
- Ensure compliance with TJC, CMS, and regulatory standards
- Oversee staffing, workforce planning, and budget management
- Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary treatment teams
- Monitor clinical outcomes and champion quality improvement initiatives
- Influence organizational strategy and executive decision-making
Why You'll Love This Role:
We know exceptional leaders deserve exceptional support:
- Relocation Assistance and/or Sign-On Bonus
- Professional Growth & Career Advancement Opportunities Across Acadia Healthcare
- Executive Mentorship from Experienced Corporate Nursing Leaders
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k) Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
- Industry-Leading Leadership Development and Training Programs
Why LaPlace, Louisiana?
Located just outside New Orleans, LaPlace offers the perfect balance of small-town living and access to world-class culture, dining, entertainment, and professional opportunities. Enjoy Louisiana’s unique lifestyle while making a lasting impact on behavioral healthcare in the region.
How We'll Support You:
River Place Behavioral Health combines the strength of a national healthcare organization with the close-knit culture of a community-focused hospital.
You'll receive support from:
- A collaborative and experienced local executive leadership team
- Corporate nursing leadership focused on mentorship and strategic partnership
- Dedicated recruiting resources to help build and retain top clinical talent
Qualifications
- Active RN license (Louisiana or eligible for endorsement)
- Master's degree in Nursing or related healthcare field strongly preferred
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing or equivalent experience required
- 10+ years of nursing experience preferred
- Minimum six years of registered nursing experience required
- Behavioral health leadership experience strongly preferred
- Prior CNO or Director of Nursing experience strongly preferred
- Minimum two years behavioral health nursing experience in an inpatient setting required
- Minimum three years of progressive nursing management or administrative leadership experience required
Ready to Lead the Future of Behavioral Health in Louisiana? Join River Place Behavioral Health and help shape the future of psychiatric care for adolescents and adults throughout the greater New Orleans community.
Your time matters to us. We review every application with care and appreciate your interest in joining our mission-driven team.
Apply today and make an impact that truly matters.
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