MiraVista Behavioral Health Center in Holyoke and TaraVista Behavioral Health Center in Devens—together known as The Vistas—are pleased to announce the appointment of Karyn Rossacci, DNP, MSN, NP-C, RN, CCRN, as Chief Nursing Officer. Rossacci brings more than twenty years of clinical, operational, and academic nursing leadership to this role, spanning inpatient psychiatry, critical care, emergency services, employee health and wellness programming, and large-scale public health response efforts.
Most recently serving as Chief Nursing Officer and Associate Administrator at the Hospital for Behavioral Medicine, Rossacci led clinical operations for five inpatient psychiatric units, supporting more than 180 nursing staff and guiding organizational accreditation and quality improvement initiatives. Her leadership is rooted in collaboration, professional accountability, and developing empowered nursing teams who feel supported in their practice.
“Choosing The Vistas was a meaningful and thoughtful decision for me,” said Karyn Rossacci. “MiraVista and TaraVista are places where compassionate care and human connection guide every interaction. The team here understands the courage it takes to seek help, and they meet that courage with dignity and skill. I am grateful for the opportunity to support our nurses and to help foster environments where patients, families, and staff feel respected, valued, and safe. It is an honor to join this work.”
Rossacci’s background includes leadership roles in behavioral health, urgent and emergency care, public health operations, and academic instruction in nursing education programs. She holds a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree with a focus in Nursing Leadership from Regis College and is currently completing her Master of Business Administration in Healthcare Administration.
“Karyn’s background reflects extensive experience leading nursing operations in behavioral healthcare settings,” said Fran Savageau, Chief Executive Officer of The Vistas. “Her approach to aligning clinical practice with organizational goals and regulatory standards will support our continued focus on quality, safety, and effective patient care. Karyn’s leadership will strengthen our nursing infrastructure across both MiraVista and TaraVista as we advance our mission to expand access to needed behavioral health services.”
As Chief Nursing Officer, Rossacci will oversee nursing practice across MiraVista and TaraVista, advancing clinical quality, professional development, patient safety, and staff engagement initiatives that align with The Vistas’ commitment to equitable, compassionate, person-centered care.
About The Vistas
MiraVista Behavioral Health Center in Holyoke and TaraVista Behavioral Health Center in Devens provide inpatient behavioral health care and outpatient substance use recovery services for children, adolescents and adults. The Vistas are committed to providing treatment that honors each person’s dignity, supporting individuals and families in their journey toward stability, wellness, and recovery.