Director of Nursing
About The Position
Thrive Now Recovery Center, in partnership with Ascension Recovery Services (ARS), provides compassionate, evidence-based care for individuals living with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions, grounded in safety, dignity, and long-term recovery. We are seeking a Director of Nursing to lead nursing operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and build a strong, patient-centered nursing team from the ground up. This is a key leadership role for a nursing professional who combines clinical expertise with operational discipline and a heart for recovery-focused care. Why Join Thrive Now Recovery Center Clinical Leadership Opportunity Serve as the senior nursing leader for a new facility, shaping nursing operations, standards, and culture from day one. Collaborative Care Environment Partner with medical providers, clinical leadership, admissions, and operations in a multidisciplinary treatment model. Build Something New Play a foundational role in staffing, workflows, policies, and quality systems during a facility launch. Competitive Compensation & Benefits Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, paid time off, and professional growth opportunities within a growing organization.
Requirements
- Active Iowa RN license required; BSN or higher preferred.
- Minimum 2–5 years of nursing experience in behavioral health, substance use disorder treatment, detox, or residential settings.
- Prior nursing leadership or supervisory experience required.
- Strong knowledge of medication administration, infection control, and patient safety standards.
- Familiarity with Joint Commission accreditation and regulatory compliance strongly preferred.
- CPR/First Aid certification required (or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire).
- Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- BSN or higher preferred.
- Familiarity with Joint Commission accreditation and regulatory compliance strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee all nursing operations across shifts, ensuring safe staffing coverage and high-quality care delivery.
- Establish and maintain nursing workflows aligned with clinical, medical, and operational standards.
- Serve as the primary nursing leader and escalation point for patient care concerns.
- Oversee nursing assessments, monitoring, and interventions, including identification of high-risk indicators.
- Ensure continuity of care from admission through discharge in collaboration with clinical and medical teams.
- Provide direct patient care as needed to support program operations and quality outcomes.
- Oversee medication administration systems, including MAR creation, reconciliation, and audits.
- Ensure compliance with medication storage, administration, documentation, and diversion prevention protocols.
- Collaborate with prescribing providers and pharmacy partners.
- Maintain compliance with Joint Commission standards, Indiana state regulations, Medicaid requirements, and federal guidelines.
- Lead nursing participation in audits, surveys, and regulatory reviews.
- Oversee infection control practices, incident reporting, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Recruit, onboard, supervise, and evaluate nursing staff.
- Develop schedules, manage performance, and provide coaching and corrective action as needed.
- Support staff education, competency validation, and professional development.
- Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings and leadership planning.
- Partner with the Executive Director and leadership team on program readiness, staffing models, and operational strategy.
- Support pre-opening planning, licensure readiness, and go-live execution.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Paid time off
- Professional growth opportunities within a growing organization.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
