Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) - 10K Sign-On Bonus
Listed compensation
$145k-$210k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) Pacific Grove Hospital
Riverside, CA | Relocation Assistance Available
About Pacific Grove Hospital
Relocation Assistance Available
Located in Riverside, California, Pacific Grove Hospital is a freestanding inpatient behavioral health hospital serving adolescents and adults with psychiatric and substance use concerns. Our teams provide evidence‑based, patient‑centered care in a structured and therapeutic environment designed to support stabilization and long‑term recovery.
Located in Riverside, California, with convenient access to Los Angeles, Orange County, San Bernardino, Ontario, Rancho Cucamonga, Corona, and Temecula.
Why You’ll Love This Role
We know top nursing leaders are looking for more than just a role - they’re seeking purpose, growth, and support. At Pacific Grove Hospital, you’ll enjoy:
- Eligibility in relocation Assistance and a $10,000 sign on bonus!
- Executive Career Growth & Pathing - Opportunities to advance within
- Acadia or explore CEO‑in‑Training pathways
- Executive Mentorship - Partnered with a corporate nurse executive from day one
- Competitive Compensation + Bonus Opportunity
- Comprehensive Benefits - Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match
- Generous PTO - Vacation, holidays, and wellness time
- Industry‑Leading Training & Support
Your Impact as CNO
As Chief Nursing Officer, you will serve as a key member of the executive leadership team, accountable for both clinical excellence and operational performance. You will:
- Drive nursing strategy, quality, and operational excellence
- Mentor and develop nursing leaders and frontline teams
- Ensure compliance with The Joint Commission (TJC), CMS, and state regulatory standards
- Oversee staffing models, budgets, and workforce planning
- Collaborate closely with physicians and interdisciplinary teams
- Monitor patient outcomes and lead continuous quality improvement initiatives
- Influence executive decisions and support long‑term strategic planning
How We’ll Support You
Pacific Grove Hospital combines the strength of a national organization with the agility of a community‑focused hospital. You’ll be supported by:
- A collaborative local executive leadership team
- Corporate nursing leadership for mentorship and best practices
- Dedicated recruiting support to build and stabilize your nursing workforce
- Active RN license (California or eligible for reciprocity)
- Proven nursing leadership experience (CNO, DON, or equivalent)
- Behavioral health nursing experience in an inpatient psychiatric setting
- BSN required; MSN or specialty certification preferred
- Strong strategic, operational, and interpersonal skills
- 6+ years of RN experience (10+ preferred)
- 3+ years of progressive nursing leadership
- 2+ years of inpatient behavioral health RN experience
- Salary Range: $145,000- $210,000
- Ready to Lead Behavioral Health Care in California?
Take the next step in your leadership journey and help shape the future of behavioral health care at Pacific Grove Hospital in Riverside, CA. As Chief Nursing Officer, you’ll play a critical role in advancing clinical excellence, patient safety, and team development in a high‑impact behavioral health setting.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Pacific Grove Hospital, as part of Acadia Healthcare, is committed to inclusion and equity. We are 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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Key Responsibilities
The Chief Nursing Officer will drive nursing strategy, quality, and operational excellence while mentoring nursing leaders and frontline teams. They are responsible for ensuring regulatory compliance, managing budgets, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an active California RN license and possess at least 6 years of RN experience, with 3 years in progressive nursing leadership. A BSN is required, while an MSN or specialty certification is preferred, along with specific experience in inpatient behavioral health.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 10+ years of experience
Key Skills
Behavioral Health Nursing Leadership — Registered Nurse Career Context
Of the 50 active Nursing Leadership listings this role was benchmarked against, 40% are remote, 54% have no call, 74% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$178k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $160k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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