Director of Nursing - Behavioral Healthcare
Your Impact
The Director of Nursing (DON) leads our nursing and milieu services, ensuring excellence in patient care through strategic planning, quality improvement, and team leadership. This key leadership position oversees all nursing operations while maintaining Joint Commission standards and regulatory compliance.
Core Responsibilities:
Core Competencies
• Strong clinical and leadership abilities
• Excellence in written and verbal communication
• Demonstrated crisis management skills
• Proficiency in budget management
• Experience with healthcare regulations
• Cultural competency expertise
Clinical Excellence
• Direct nursing services in alignment with The Joint Commission standards and psychiatric nursing best practices
• Develop and implement quality improvement initiatives
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and accreditation standards
• Oversee infection control protocols and safety measures
• Provide clinical consultation and support across departments
Team Leadership
• Recruit, train, and retain qualified nursing staff
• Create and manage staffing patterns for Nursing staff, that optimize patient care
• Conduct performance evaluations and competency assessments
• Foster professional development opportunities
• Mentor nursing leadership team members
Administrative Oversight
• Manage departmental budget and resources
• Develop and update nursing policies and procedures
• Generate statistical reports for executive leadership
• Coordinate with interdisciplinary teams
• Maintain administrative oversight in CEO's absence
• Participate in strategic planning initiatives
Quality and Safety
• Lead quality improvement initiatives
• Monitor patient care outcomes
• Ensure proper medication management
• Oversee incident reporting and resolution
• Maintain compliance with safety protocols
Ideal Qualifications
Education & Licensure
• Graduate degree from an accredited nursing program
• Active Arkansas RN or Multi State license in good standing
• Current CPR certification
• Master's degree in nursing or healthcare-related field preferred
Experience
• Minimum 2 years psychiatric clinical experience with children/adolescents
• Demonstrated nursing management experience
• Background in behavioral health leadership
• Experience with The Joint Commission accreditation processes
Work Schedule
• Full-time leadership position
• Flexible hours including some evenings/weekends
• On-call responsibilities
• Ability to adjust schedule for crisis response
Physical Requirements
• Ability to lift/move up to 50 pounds
• Physical capability to assist in crisis interventions
• Extended periods of standing/walking
• Manual dexterity for clinical procedures
Work Environment
• Residential treatment setting
• Fast-paced healthcare environment
• Exposure to challenging patient behaviors
• Moderate noise levels
• Occasional local travel required
What We Offer
Competitive Compensation
Work-Life Balance -Generous paid time off, Flexible scheduling options, Supportive team environment
Comprehensive Benefits Package - Health insurance, Dental coverage, Vision care, Life insurance, 401(k) with company match, Optional supplemental insurance plans
Ready to make a difference? Apply now to join our mission of delivering hope and healing to those who need it most.
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