Be a Nurse Leader. Shape the Future of Behavioral Health.Brook Lane, a leader in mental health care, is seeking a Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) to lead and elevate nursing services across our programs. This is your opportunity to drive strategic initiatives, champion patient-centered care, and make a lasting impact on behavioral health services throughout our continuum of care.What You'll Do:As our CNO, you'll oversee and direct all organization-wide nursing services, setting the standard for quality care across inpatient, residential, and ECT programs. You will serve as a critical member of our Senior Leadership Team and play a key role in regulatory readiness, workforce planning, and cross-departmental collaboration.Your scope will include:
- Leading and developing nursing teams across inpatient, ECT, and residential programs
- Ensuring compliance with Joint Commission, MDH, Medicare, and Medicaid standards
- Participating on strategic committees (e.g., Safety, Staff Development, Senior Leadership)
- Designing and implementing policies to improve clinical outcomes, service quality, and operational efficiency
- Budget planning and cost-effective resource management
- Hiring, mentoring, and evaluating nursing leadership and staff
- Creating a culture of accountability, recognition, and continuous learning
- Supporting Joint Commission survey readiness and ongoing quality initiatives
- Driving innovation in nursing practice and care delivery across Brook Lane programs
What We're Looking For:
- Current Maryland RN License required; psychiatric nurse certification preferred
- Master's degree in psychiatric or mental health nursing, or its equivalent, from a school of nursing accredited by the National League for Nursing or is qualified by education and experience in the care of the mentally ill.
- In lieu of a master's degree in psychiatric or mental health nursing, a BSN with significant years of experience in mental health nursing or a master's degree in health administration with significant years of experience in mental health nursing may be considered.
- Five years' experience in a supervisory capacity in an inpatient psychiatric health care setting.
- Up to ten years' experience may be required depending on degree. Five years' experience in a psychiatric or mental health nursing required with master's degree detailed above.
- Experience in budgeting and strategic planning.
The Right Fit Is:
- An empathetic and decisive leader
- A strategic thinker with operational expertise
- Skilled at building strong teams and empowering staff
- Adept at navigating change in a complex behavioral health environment
- Passionate about patient safety, compliance, and service excellence
Why Join Brook Lane at Meritus?We care for our team like we care for our patients—with intention, respect, and support.We are committed to supporting the well-being and professional development of our team members through a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Coverage begins on the first of the month following your hire date.
- Life Insurance & Disability Coverage Includes company-paid life insurance, as well as short- and long-term disability benefits to provide peace of mind.
- Paid Time Off (PTO) A generous PTO program designed to help you recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
- 401(k) Retirement Plan Benefit from a robust company match to support your long-term financial goals.
- Education Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement Support for your continued learning and career growth.
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) Options to save pre-tax dollars for eligible healthcare and dependent care expenses.
- Shift Differential Pay Team members working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for additional pay.