Nurse Administrator

Position Summary

The Nurse Administrator supervises, leads, and coordinates nursing activities and nursing personnel. This position evaluates nursing activities to ensure patient care, staff relations and efficiency of service. The Nurse Manager coordinates all medical care and works closely with the Medical Director for all aspects of nursing and medical care of patients.

Essential Job Functions

• Oversees nursing operations to uphold established mission, vision, core values, and strategic plan.
• Provides direct supervision and leadership to nursing staff.
• Develops training materials for nursing staff, including training videos and materials.
• Performs MAR audits to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Reviews medication errors and provides educational opportunities to staff.
• Participates in the utilization review process and communicates with the nursing team on related patient authorizations.
• Audits and ensures medication rooms are compliant with regulatory requirements.
• Consults with physicians, therapists, case managers, leadership, and others as needed.
• Performs chart audits to ensure accuracy and compliance with policy and regulatory requirements.
• Onboards new employees in the nursing department, validates competencies, and ensures continuous training as required.
• Participates in and follows up on committee tasks.
• Monitors census within the facility and ensures appropriate nursing staffing in accordance with regulations.
• Communicates effectively with physicians regarding orders, care plans, medications, and provides guidance to nursing staff.
• Covers shifts when needed to ensure appropriate nursing coverage and provides on‑call support.
• Responds to emergencies 24/7.

Knowledge, Education, Experience

• Graduate of an approved nursing program with current licensure from an appropriate state licensing board (RN required).
• Preferred experience as a staff nurse, preferably in chemical dependency, eating disorders, and/or behavioral health.
• Knowledge of industry standards, organization theory, principles, research processes, accreditation and regulatory standards.
• Ability to assess clinical care requirements based on nursing principles and scope of practice.
• Basic knowledge and understanding of substance use disorders, addiction, eating disorders, and behavioral health.
• Familiarity with behavior change, recovery models, and treatment methods.
• Knowledge of medications, indications, dosage ranges, side effects, and potential toxicity.

Employment Details

• Employment Status: Full‑time
• Schedule: Three 12‑hour shifts per week with on‑call duties
• Work Location: On‑site – McLean, VA