Director of Nursing - RN

About the role

The Director of Nursing leads with autonomy, oversees nursing operations and utilization, and partners with executive leadership to drive excellence in care and outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead all nursing operations, ensuring compliance with state, federal, Joint Commission and CARF standards
• Supervise, mentor, and develop nursing staff to drive accountability and clinical excellence
• Oversee staffing, scheduling, and daily nursing workflows
• Partner with medical and interdisciplinary teams to deliver integrated patient care
• Ensure accurate documentation, assessments, and EMR compliance
• Oversee medication management processes and safety initiatives
• Lead Infection Control and quality improvement efforts
• Support regulatory readiness, audits, and accreditation activities
• Develop and implement nursing policies and staff education programs

Requirements

• Required: Active unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of North Carolina
• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing with ASN
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible nursing leadership and management experience, demonstrating increasing responsibility for staff supervision, operational oversight, performance management, and departmental outcomes
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in behavioral, substance use or mental healthcare setting

Qualifications

• Preferred: BSN or MSN
• Experience with Kipu EMR systems

Preferred

• Working knowledge of nursing standards of care for clients with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders
• Demonstrated knowledge of accreditation standards, state and federal regulations, healthcare compliance requirements, and patient confidentiality laws
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and hold teams accountable in a regulated healthcare environment
• Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and documentation skills with a high attention to detail
• Ability to balance administrative responsibilities with clinical oversight in a fast-paced inpatient setting

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Wellness incentives and employee assistance programs