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River Place Behavioral Health | LaPlace, LA (Relocation Assistance Available)
Lead With Purpose. Transform Behavioral Health Care Near New Orleans.
Are you a mission-driven nursing executive ready to lead clinical excellence at one of Louisiana’s premier behavioral health hospitals?
River Place Behavioral Health, part of Acadia Healthcare, is seeking a strategic, compassionate, and operationally strong Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) to lead nursing practice and drive exceptional patient outcomes throughout our organization.
About River Place Behavioral Health
River Place Behavioral Health is a 104-bed acute psychiatric hospital serving adolescents and adults across the greater New Orleans region. Located in LaPlace, Louisiana, our hospital provides state-of-the-art, evidence-based behavioral healthcare in a safe, therapeutic, and patient-centered environment.
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
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.
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.
We are committed to inclusion and equity.
Acadia Healthcare is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
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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Worksite address
new orleans, LA, 70123, US
Who can apply
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