Registered Nurse Manager - SUD Experience Required

Gaudenzia, Inc.•Baltimore, MD

12d•$110,000 - $115,000

About The Position

Gaudenzia is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse Manager to lead nursing operations and care for people with substance use disorder, co-occurring mental health disorders, and related conditions. The role calls for clinical excellence, operational leadership, and a recovery-focused approach grounded in dignity and accountability. The manager oversees a nursing staff roster currently between 15 and 18 RNs, though the roster may vary, and works in collaboration with healthcare providers, administration, and other disciplines to support high-quality, evidence-based care. The position is based in Park Heights, Baltimore, Maryland, and pays $110,000–$115,000, depending on credentials and experience. The role requires at least three years of nursing leadership or management experience, as well as SUD or psychiatric experience. The manager must work one weekend and one off-shift per month, may need to cover staffing shortages and holidays, and is required to work during inclement weather as an essential employee.

Requirements

Degree from an accredited college or university professional nursing program.
Current Maryland RN license in good standing.
At least 3 years of nursing leadership or management experience.
SUD or psychiatric experience is required, including at least 1 year treating individuals with substance use, mental health, or other related disorders.
Ability to work one weekend and one off-shift per month.
Availability to work during staffing shortages and holidays as necessary.
Ability to work during inclement weather; the position is deemed essential.

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with medication handling and administration policies and local and state regulations; address deficiencies and improve quality of care.
Develop and maintain quality counseling and client education on addiction disease concepts, HIV/AIDS, nutrition, medication, infectious diseases, mental health, and related topics.
Promote, educate about, and assist with facilitating medication-assisted treatment (MAT).
Oversee medical documentation and electronic health record use.
Lead nursing staff and foster a collaborative, supportive work environment.
Supervise and evaluate nursing personnel, provide feedback, and implement training as needed.
Recruit nursing staff, manage scheduling and coverage, provide training, and maintain a quality staff.
Monitor patient care activities to ensure high-quality, evidence-based care.
Collaborate with healthcare providers to develop and implement patient care plans.
Oversee procurement and maintenance of necessary equipment, supplies, and medications.
Participate in nursing department budget planning and financial management, including oversight and assistance with managed care and other payor sources.
Lead nursing quality-improvement initiatives and implement best practices.
Monitor and analyze performance indicators related to patient outcomes, satisfaction, and staff productivity.
Serve as a liaison between nursing staff, administration, and other healthcare disciplines.
Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care and address patient concerns.
Communicate with patients and families about treatment plans and address questions or concerns.
Ensure nursing staff complete documentation within timeframes required by the level of care, licensing, and regulatory entities.
Coordinate communication and collaboration with external stakeholders to support patient care standards and mutual referrals.
Perform other related duties as assigned by the Director of Nursing or designee.