Assistant Director of Nursing- Behavioral Health
About The Position
Lighthouse Behavioral Health Hospital has an Assistant Director of Nursing Position. This is a working supervisory position. Lighthouse Behavioral Health Hospital is a psychiatric hospital that began offering substance abuse and mental health services in 2002. Primarily established to house adolescents, Lighthouse has transitioned to offering a full spectrum of acute inpatient services to adults and seniors as well. Since 2010, Lighthouse has expanded its mental health and substance abuse services. In 2013, Lighthouse opened a 28-day inpatient chemical dependency rehabilitation unit—the first of its kind in the Grand Strand area. In 2015, Lighthouse opened an acute adolescent unit to meet the needs of teens and their families in the Grand Strand. In 2022, Lighthouse opened an Adult Substance Use Disorder Intensive Outpatient Program. At Lighthouse, we strive to perform at a high level for our patients and their families. The Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) provides assistance and supports the Director of Nursing (DON) in the management of daily Nursing Care as well as leadership, administrative direction, and supervision of staff. ADON is a seasoned professional who sets the example by leading and mentoring RN’s, LPN’s, Mental Health Technicians (MHTs) and ancillary staff members. We encourage you to apply to become a part of our team as we set out to be the provider of choice for psychiatric care!
Requirements
- Current license to practice nursing in South Carolina (unencumbered).
- Current BLS and First Aid Certification.
- Required experience working in a psychiatric inpatient setting.
Nice To Haves
- Managerial experience, preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provides assistance and supports the Director of Nursing (DON) in the management of daily Nursing Care.
- Provides leadership, administrative direction, and supervision of staff.
- Sets the example by leading and mentoring RN’s, LPN’s, Mental Health Technicians (MHTs) and ancillary staff members.
Benefits
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Competitive compensation
- Paid Time Off
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
- 401(k) with company match
- Discounted stock plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
