Director of Nursing

Location: New Brunswick, New Jersey

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Director of Nursing to lead, plan, and coordinate the activities of a professional nursing team and auxiliary nursing personnel at a leading behavioral health and substance use disorder treatment facility in New Jersey. This is a high-impact leadership role working closely with executive and medical leadership while guiding a team of professionals dedicated to helping individuals overcome substance use disorders and build lasting recovery.

Responsibilities

• Provide 24-hour oversight and management of the Nursing Department, ensuring daily operations are conducted in accordance with facility policies and applicable state and federal regulations and accreditation standards.
• Interpret facility policies and regulations for nursing personnel and ensure compliance.
• Analyze and evaluate nursing and related services to improve quality of patient care and effectively utilize staff time and capabilities.
• Consult routinely with executive and medical leadership in support of the organization's mission and vision.
• Ensure coordination and integration of nursing services with other client care services to promote continuity of care.
• Monitor patients for changes in health status, particularly following initiation of new medications, hospitalization, or a recent decline in function.
• Collaborate with patients, families, and multidisciplinary clinical teams to promote individualized, person-centered, and recovery-oriented treatment.
• Provide leadership, direction, and support to nursing staff while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and compassionate care.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in nursing or diploma from a qualified nursing school with equivalent experience; Master's degree preferred.
• Current state Registered Nurse license required.
• 7–9 years of nursing experience, including a minimum of five years of supervisory experience.
• At least one year of full-time experience managing addiction treatment services in a licensed substance use disorder treatment facility.
• Strong knowledge of healthcare, detoxification processes, addiction, co-occurring disorders, DSM criteria, and related terminology.
• Demonstrated leadership ability and commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and performance incentives.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with generous employer matching.
• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education opportunities, including CEUs.
• A supportive, inclusive workplace culture where many team members have a personal connection to recovery.

Pay

$130,000–$140,000 per year