Assistant Director, Nursing
About the role
The Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) supports the Director of Nursing in overseeing nursing operations within inpatient residential treatment facilities, including programs with detoxification services and, as applicable, PHP and IOP settings. The ADON assists in ensuring high standards of patient care, regulatory compliance, staff supervision, and operational efficiency across nursing services.
This role provides leadership to nursing staff, supports policy implementation, assists with performance improvement initiatives, and ensures adherence to state Nurse Practice Acts, federal regulations, and accreditation standards. The ADON functions as a key member of the nursing leadership team and may assume responsibility in the absence of the Director of Nursing.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Director of Nursing in overseeing daily nursing operations and ensuring quality patient care
- Provide direct supervision and support to Charge Nurses, House Supervisors, and nursing staff, UNIT Clerks and BHT MAT Coordinator
- Monitor compliance with clinical standards, medication administration protocols, detoxification procedures, and documentation requirements
- Support staffing plans, scheduling coordination, and appropriate coverage based on patient acuity
- Participate in recruitment, hiring, onboarding, training, and performance evaluation processes for nursing staff
- Aid in development, review, and implementation of nursing policies and procedures
- Ensure accurate and compliant controlled substance management and medication reconciliation processes
- Participate in performance improvement initiatives and incident review processes
- Monitor adherence to infection control, OSHA, and safety standards
- Serve as clinical leader in the absence of the Director of Nursing
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to promote continuity of care
- Support regulatory survey readiness and accreditation compliance
Qualifications
- Current, active, and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of employment, in good standing with the applicable state Board of Nursing
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program
- Ability to pass background screening, drug screening, and credential verification in accordance with regulatory requirements
- Demonstrated knowledge of state Nurse Practice Acts, medication management standards, and healthcare compliance requirements
Desired Qualifications
- Prior experience in nursing management within residential or inpatient behavioral health settings
- Experience with Joint Commission, CARF, or licensing other accreditation surveys
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or related field
- Experience in policy development, performance improvement, and staff education
- Experience in behavioral health, substance use disorder treatment, detoxification services, or related healthcare setting
Skills
- Clear, decisive, and professional communication during routine and crisis situations
- Confident and effective shift-based leadership
- Maintains professional boundaries and organizational standards
- Maintains RN licensure and adheres to ethical nursing standards
- Provides respectful, responsive, and patient-centered service
- Promotes a patient-centered, trauma-informed approach to care
- Demonstrates reliability, accuracy, and attention to detail in documentation and coordination tasks
- Ensures compliance with clinical standards and regulatory requirements
- Leads and collaborates effectively within multidisciplinary teams
- Adheres to all Bradford Health Services policies, professional nursing standards, and applicable state regulations
Benefits
- Medical Coverage – Three new BCBSAL medical plans with better rates, improved co-pays, and enhanced prescription benefits
- Expanded Coverage – Options for domestic partners and a wider network of in-network providers
- Mental Health Support – Improved access to services and a new Employee Assistance Program (EAP) featuring digital wellness tools like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) modules and wellness coaching
- Voluntary Coverages – Pet insurance, home and auto insurance, family legal services, and more
- Student Loan Repayment – Available for nurses and therapists
- Roth 401(k) plan through Voya to help employees plan for the future
- Generous PTO – A robust paid time off policy to support work-life balance
- Voluntary Benefits for Part-Time Employees – Dental, vision, life, accident insurance, and telehealth options for those working 20 hours or more per week
Pay
Commensurate with experience
Schedule
Primarily business hours; may require evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call responsibilities as needed
Company Information
We’re officially a Great Place To Work®! We’ve always believed that supporting our team is just as important as supporting our patients. Now, we’re proud to share that we’ve earned Great Place To Work® Certification - based entirely on feedback from our own employees. Read more here: https://ow.ly/YQ1C50WuRH1
This certification reflects the culture we’ve worked hard to build - one rooted in trust, inclusion, and purpose-driven leadership. At Bradford Health Services, we are committed to providing exceptional care to our patients while fostering a supportive and rewarding workplace for our employees. We believe that taking care of our team allows them to take better care of others, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their well-being.