Job Description

Job Summary:

Directs services, workflow, and resources for the nursing department in collaboration with the Executive Director, Medical Director, Facilities Manager, and Clinical Director.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Develops departmental goals and objectives consistent with medical, administrative, legal and ethical requirements and practice standards for the nursing departments. Ensures that nursing policies and procedures are current and in compliance with applicable laws and regulations to nursing services and healthcare. Directs clinical activities, including patient assessment, care plan development, service level determination, patient visits, and complaint management to ensure a high standard of care is maintained. Ensures accuracy of patient data and medical records to maintain best practice standards and requirements established by regulatory agencies are met. Plans, organizes and directs activities related to staffing, scheduling shifts, orienting, evaluating and continuing education initiatives. Serves as a key member of the organization's core management team and ensures effective integration of nursing services into overall operations. Oversees nursing staffing levels within the facility on all shifts to ensure quality patient care. Prepares and monitors budget(s) and ensures that the assigned nursing area operates within allocated funds. Coordinates and directs internal and externally driven audits.

Required License(s)/Certification(s):

Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the State Board of Nursing in the State in which the site is located or licensed in a compact licensure state provides a multistate license that allows nurses to practice with patients across state lines. BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA).

Education/Experience/Qualification:

Bachelor's degree in nursing or a diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing required. Master's degree or combination of bachelor's degree and experience preferred. Degree from an accredited school/college of nursing OR required professional licensure at time of hire. One year experience of professional work as an RN supervisor is desirable Previous substance abuse treatment and/or primary care experience strongly preferred Maintain continuing education requirements as required by licensing board 2 years of leadership or management experience required. 5years of leadership or management experience preferred.


Three 12-hour shifts and 4 hours of administrative time