Benefits:

401(k)

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Relocation bonus

Vision insurance

Role: Assistant Director of Nursing (RN) – Inpatient Psychiatric Setting Location: New Baltimore, MI Work Model: Onsite Employment Type: Full-Time

Client is seeking an experienced Assistant Director of Nursing (RN) to support nursing leadership operations within an inpatient psychiatric hospital setting in New Baltimore, Michigan. The ADON will assist the DON/CNO in directing, planning, coordinating, and supervising nursing operations and behavioral health services while ensuring high-quality patient care, regulatory compliance, staff development, and operational excellence.

This leadership role requires strong psychiatric nursing experience, inpatient behavioral health leadership expertise, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced hospital environment focused on patient safety and quality outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Assist DON/CNO in managing nursing operations and behavioral health services

Support quality improvement initiatives and patient safety programs

Supervise nursing staff and ensure compliance with clinical standards

Oversee staffing requirements and daily nursing operations

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local healthcare regulations

Assist with budget management and resource utilization

Participate in hiring, staff development, performance management, and training

Develop and implement nursing policies and procedures

Manage documentation systems and continuity of care processes

Intervene in crisis situations and investigate incidents

Prepare operational and quality reports for leadership

Support patient care delivery as needed

Participate in committees and organizational initiatives

Required Qualifications

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing required

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) or higher strongly preferred

Licensure & Certifications

Current RN License in Michigan (or compact eligibility if applicable)

CPR Certification required

De-escalation / Restraint Certification required (training available)

First Aid Certification may be required

Required Experience

Minimum 2 years RN experience required

Minimum 1 year progressive leadership or management experience required

Minimum 1 year behavioral health / psychiatric / addiction recovery experience required

Inpatient psychiatric hospital experience required

RN leadership experience in inpatient psychiatric setting strongly preferred

Nursing management experience strongly preferred

Union hospital environment experience highly preferred