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Job description
Job Title: Chief Nursing Officer (CNO)
Setting: Inpatient psych
Location: Ripley, TN (Onsite)
Salary: $100-125k
Position Summary
The Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) is responsible for the overall leadership, direction, and daily operations of nursing services within the hospital. This is a working leadership role, requiring both administrative oversight and direct clinical support as needed to ensure safe, high-quality patient care.
The CNO ensures compliance with all applicable federal and state regulations, including CMS Conditions of Participation and Tennessee behavioral health requirements.
Essential Job Functions
Leadership & Operations
Oversees daily nursing operations and staffing for inpatient behavioral health services
Provides hands-on leadership and assists with patient care as needed
Ensures appropriate staffing levels and skill mix
Participates in on-call coverage
Clinical Oversight
Ensures safe, therapeutic, and patient-centered care
Monitors patient care practices, documentation, and outcomes
Supports a safe environment, including de-escalation practices
Ensures implementation of provider orders and treatment plans
Regulatory Compliance
Maintains compliance with CMS Conditions of Participation and Tennessee regulations
Ensures policies and procedures are current and followed
Participates in survey readiness and plan of correction activities
Quality & Performance Improvement
Participates in QAPI activities
Monitors quality indicators and implements improvements
Reviews incidents, grievances, and patient concerns
Staff Management
Hires, supervises, and evaluates nursing staff
Provides coaching, discipline, and performance management
Ensures completion of required education and competencies
Collaboration
Works with medical staff, administration, and departments
Participates in leadership meetings and committees
Requirements
Education: BSN required; Master’s preferred
Licensure: Current RN license in Tennessee (or eligible)
3-5 years nursing leadership experience
Behavioral health experience required
Hospital experience preferred
Physical & Mental Requirements
Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the facility
Ability to assist with patient care activities, including potential behavioral health interventions
Ability to respond to emergencies, including behavioral crises
Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 25 pounds (or more with assistance)
Ability to manage multiple priorities and stressful situations
Work Environment
Hospital setting with exposure to behavioral health patients
Potential exposure to aggressive or unpredictable behaviors
Requires flexibility in schedule, including evenings, weekends, and on-call
Employment Conditions
Employee must maintain all required licensure and certifications
Employee must comply with all hospital policies, including: Confidentiality (HIPAA) and Code of conduct
Employee must complete all required orientation, competencies, and ongoing education
Performance Expectations
Demonstrates leadership presence and accountability
Maintains compliance with regulatory standards
Supports a culture of safety, quality, and patient-centered care
Meets established performance and quality goals
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Worksite address
ripley, TN, 38063, US
Who can apply
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