High school diploma or equivalent; RN license required; higher education preferred.
At least 2 years of experience as a licensed Registered Nurse; behavioral health experience preferred.
Licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state.
Strong leadership and clinical judgment skills are essential.
Ability to build trust with patients and collaborate within interdisciplinary teams.
Responsibilities
Support and oversee daily nursing operations and staffing.
Resolve pending patient care issues from previous shifts.
Conduct infection control and compliance audits.
Monitor medication storage and collaborate with pharmacy.
Manage nursing supplies and inventory effectively.
Track lab orders and coordinate medical transfers.
Ensure accurate documentation and compliance in AVATAR systems.
Benefits
Competitive pay based on experience, with benefits starting from the 1st of the month after hire.
Up to 2 weeks of paid time off per year, plus sick pay and holiday pay.
401K plan with company match available.
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as life insurance and telehealth access.
Annual contribution of up to $1500 towards Health Savings Accounts (HSA) from the company.
Reimbursement for out-of-state nursing licenses.
Employee referral bonus program with potential earnings of up to $4,000.
Full Job Description
We9re seeking an Assistant Director of Nursing (RN) to join our leadership team at The Recovery Village Salem in Salem, Oregon.
This is an exciting opportunity for a collaborative nursing leader who thrives in a fast-paced behavioral health environment and is ready to help shape clinical excellence while mentoring and supporting a dedicated team of nurses. Why You9ll Love This Role
As the Assistant Director of Nursing, you9ll be more than an operational leader-you9ll be a mentor, problem solver, and advocate for both patients and staff. Working alongside the Director of Nursing and an interdisciplinary clinical team, you9ll help ensure outstanding patient care while fostering a culture of accountability, compassion, and continuous improvement.
Your leadership will directly influence patient outcomes, staff development, and the overall success of our nursing department. What You9ll Do
In this leadership role, you will:
Lead and support daily nursing operations to ensure safe, high-quality patient care.
Mentor, coach, and supervise nursing and behavioral health staff.
Partner with the Director of Nursing to maintain clinical excellence, regulatory compliance, and quality standards.
Coordinate staffing, scheduling, and operational workflows to support patient needs.
Oversee medication management, pharmacy coordination, and nursing supply inventory.
Monitor infection prevention practices and conduct quality assurance audits.
Coordinate admissions, discharges, transfers, laboratory services, and continuity of care.
Ensure accurate clinical documentation and compliance within AVATAR.
Collaborate with physicians, therapists, case managers, and external healthcare partners to provide seamless patient care.
Support emergency preparedness and maintain safe staffing during critical situations.
Assist with specialty programs, including Vivitrol coordination, as assigned.
Serve as the Director of Nursing in their absence when needed.
The Difference You9ll Make
Recovery is rarely a straight path-but compassionate leadership can make all the difference. As Assistant Director of Nursing, you9ll help create an environment where patients feel supported, nurses feel empowered, and every team member is united by a shared mission of changing lives.
If you9re looking for a leadership opportunity where your clinical expertise, compassion, and commitment to excellence truly matter, we invite you to join us at The Recovery Village Salem.
Schedule: 4 10s Full-Time On-Call Flexible
Requirements
Minimum high school diploma or equivalent, licensed as a Registered Nurse as indicated in State law, higher education preferred
Minimum two years9 experience as a Licensed Registered Nurse. Behavioral health experience preferred.
Licensed to practice in the State of practice.
Benefits
BENEFITS: Benefits begin on the 1st day of the month following date of hire.
Pay: Competitive pay based on experience
Paid Time Off: Up to 2 weeks of paid time off per year plus sick pay & holiday pay
Retirement: 401K + match
Insurance: Health, Vision, Dental, Life & Telehealth access
Matching HSA -up to $1500 a year contribution from the company to your HSA.
License Reimbursement: Out of state nursing license, no problem we reimburse!
