Lead with heart. Shape the standard. Change the trajectory.We're looking for a Nurse Manager who sees beyond symptoms and embraces the full humanity of the people we serve. Someone who leads with clinical excellence, operational clarity, and a deep belief in recovery. If you're energized by fast-paced environments, passionate about stabilizing individuals in crisis, and ready to build a nursing culture rooted in dignity and accountability, this role is your next step.
Salary: $115-120k based upon credentials & experience
Leadership & Management Requirements: Minimum 3-Years Nursing Leadership/Management Experience Required!
- Staff scheduling, supervision, and budget planning (staff roster is currently between 15-18 RNs however could vary).
- Team Building, Collaboration, & Development
- Strong Communication, Emotional Intelligence
- Conflict Resolution & Critical Thinking
- Adaptability and Change Management
- Operational Management.
- Clinical Leadership
Education/ Training:
- Degree from an accredited college or university's professional nursing program
- Current RN (DC) license in good standing
Experience:- Minimum 3-Years Nursing Leadership/Management
- SUD/Psychiatric Experience (preferred) with 1 year of experience treating individuals with substance use, mental health, or other related disorders.
Scheduling:- Required to work one weekend and one-off shift per month to ensure contact with all medical staff.
- Will be required to work during staffing shortages and holidays as necessary.
- This position is deemed essential and will be required to work during inclement weather
Your responsibilities in this role may include:- Ensure compliance with medication handling and administration policies, and local and state regulations, and implement strategies to address deficiencies and enhance the overall quality of care.
- Develops, maintains, and ensures the quality of counseling and education of clients on Disease Concepts of Addiction, HIV/AIDS, nutrition, medication education, infectious diseases, mental health, etc.
- Promotes, educates, and assists in the facilitation of medication-assisted treatment (MAT).
- Oversees medical documentation/electronic health record (EHR) uses.
- Provide effective leadership to nursing staff, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.
- Supervise and evaluate the performance of nursing personnel, providing feedback and implementing training programs as needed.
- Responsible for recruitment, staff scheduling (and coverage), training, and maintaining quality staff.
- Monitor patient care activities to ensure the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based care.
- Collaborate with healthcare providers to develop and implement patient care plans, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Oversee the procurement and maintenance of necessary equipment, supplies, and medications.
- Participate in budget planning and financial management activities for the nursing department. Including oversight and assistance with managed care and or other payor sources.
- Lead quality improvement initiatives within the nursing department, identifying areas for improvement and implementing best practices.
- Monitor and analyze key performance indicators related to patient care outcomes, patient satisfaction, and staff productivity.
- Serve as a liaison between nursing staff, administration, and other healthcare disciplines, facilitating effective communication and collaboration.
- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate patient care and address patient-related concerns.
- Communicate with patients and their families to ensure understanding of treatment plans and address any questions or concerns.
- Ensure that nursing staff are following required documentation guidelines within the timeframe dictated by the level of care, licensing, and regulatory entities.
- Serve as a liaison between our healthcare team and external stakeholders, ensuring seamless communication and collaboration to uphold exceptional patient care standards and good relationships to facilitate mutual referrals.
- Other related duties as assigned by the Director of Nursing or designee.
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities- Knowledge of the specific health care issues and co-morbidities experienced by individuals with substance use disorder and mental illness.
- Knowledge of special populations, including individuals with criminal justice involvement, homeless, HIV/AIDS, etc.
- Knowledge of basic principles, practices, and procedures involved in treatment programs.
- Knowledge of correct record keeping in accordance with regulatory agencies and standards of practice.
- Knowledge of safe standards of nursing practice.
- Ability to exercise administrative and professional supervision of employees.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to work with clients to gain confidence and cooperation.
- Ability to successfully work with others from various cultures and backgrounds.
- Ability to plan and organize work and prepare appropriate, accurate records and reports.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, staff, health care providers, outside agencies, institutions, and the general public.
- Skilled at using computers, including familiarity and faculty with Microsoft Office programs like Word and Excel.
What We Offer: Competitive Pay - Excellent Benefits - On The Job Training - Upward mobility - Educational assistance to help you grow with us in this life saving field! For more details, please visit our website: https://www.gaudenzia.org/careers/
Come work with us! 
