Director of Nursing, DON
About The Position
Director of Nursing Solero Behavioral Transitions We provide a safe and supportive environment for individuals struggling with severe mental illness . Our program offers comprehensive care, including individual and group therapy sessions, case management services and life skills training. A mental health residential facility is a place where people receive intensive, specialized care for mental health or substance abuse issues in a non-hospital setting. Residents receive 24-hour supervision, treatment, and support from mental health experts. The environment is homelike and supportive, and residents participate in therapeutic activities. The Role Itself Provide leadership and strategic direction for the nursing department. Ensure clinical excellence in patient care through evidence-based psychiatric nursing practices. Oversee staffing, scheduling, recruitment, and performance management of nursing staff. Maintain compliance with state, federal, and accreditation guidelines (e.g., Joint Commission, CMS). Collaborate with medical staff, department heads, and executive leadership to support organizational goals. Develop and maintain policies and procedures aligned with best practices in psychiatric nursing. Ensure appropriate documentation and quality assurance programs are in place. Lead initiatives for staff education, training, and professional development. Serve as a key member of the hospital’s leadership team and participate in strategic planning.
Requirements
- Current RN license in [State] (unencumbered) required.
- Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) required
- Minimum of 4 years of nursing experience in a short term acute psych facility or Substance Abuse Facility.
- Strong knowledge of psychiatric nursing practices, acute care, and regulatory compliance.
- Exceptional leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to lead through change and foster a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree (MSN, MHA, or similar) preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide leadership and strategic direction for the nursing department.
- Ensure clinical excellence in patient care through evidence-based psychiatric nursing practices.
- Oversee staffing, scheduling, recruitment, and performance management of nursing staff.
- Maintain compliance with state, federal, and accreditation guidelines (e.g., Joint Commission, CMS).
- Collaborate with medical staff, department heads, and executive leadership to support organizational goals.
- Develop and maintain policies and procedures aligned with best practices in psychiatric nursing.
- Ensure appropriate documentation and quality assurance programs are in place.
- Lead initiatives for staff education, training, and professional development.
- Serve as a key member of the hospital’s leadership team and participate in strategic planning.
Benefits
- Healthcare : Medical Packages with Rx – 3 Choices
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Dependent Day Care Spending Accounts
- Health Spending Accounts (HSA) with a company match
- Dental Care Program – 2 choices
- Vision Plan
- Life Insurance Options
- Accidental Insurances
- Paid Time Off + Paid Holidays
- Employee Assistance Programs
- 401k with a Company Match
- Education + Leadership Development
- Up to $15,000 in Tuition Reimbursements
- Student Loan Forgiveness Programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
