Chief Nursing Officer; CNO – Behavioral Health Hospital

Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) – Conway Behavioral Health

Conway, AR | Relocation Assistance Available

Step Into a Leadership Role That Truly Makes a Difference

Are you an experienced, mission-driven nursing leader ready to shape care at the executive level?

Join Conway Behavioral Health, a state-of-the-art, purpose-built behavioral health hospital, and become part of Acadia Healthcare, the nation’s largest stand-alone provider of mental health and addiction treatment.

Located in Conway, Arkansas, Conway Behavioral Health is a modern, 80-bed inpatient hospital offering compassionate, evidence-based treatment for adults and adolescents facing acute behavioral health challenges.

As part of the Acadia Healthcare network, our hospital is dedicated to providing exceptional care that promotes recovery, dignity, and long‑term wellness for every patient we serve.

As the Chief Nursing Officer, you will be a key member of Conway BH’s executive leadership team. You’ll guide nursing strategy, oversee clinical operations, and lead a team of dedicated professionals—all while ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, and patient‑centered care.

• Relocation Assistance & Sign‑On Bonus – We’ll support your move and welcome you with a generous bonus.
• Professional Growth & Career Pathing – From Nurse Executive to CEO‑in‑Training, your development is our priority.
• 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.

• Provide strategic and operational leadership to the nursing department
• Lead, mentor, and develop nursing staff across all units
• Ensure compliance with TJC, CMS, and other regulatory standards and maintain survey readiness
• Oversee nursing budgets, staffing, recruitment, and scheduling
• Collaborate closely with physicians, administrative leaders, and multidisciplinary teams
• Monitor patient outcomes and drive continuous improvement in clinical care delivery
• Participate in executive decision‑making and long‑term facility planning

While each Acadia hospital operates with its own identity and autonomy, you’ll never be alone. You’ll receive hands‑on support from:

• Corporate Nurse Leadership – Ongoing mentorship and clinical guidance.
• Corporate Recruiting Support – To help you attract and retain top nursing talent.
• Acadia’s CEO‑in‑Training Program – For CNOs interested in advancing into hospital operations leadership.

• Active RN license (Arkansas or eligible for reciprocity).
• Significant nursing leadership experience (CNO, DON, or equivalent).
• Behavioral health or psychiatric inpatient experience strongly preferred.
• Strong operational, strategic, and interpersonal leadership 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.

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

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.

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.