Position Summary: We are seeking an experienced and motivated Director of Nursing (DON) to oversee all nursing operations for our Residential Crisis Stabilization Unit (RCSU) and 23-Hour Crisis Program. The Director of Nursing will play a critical leadership role in ensuring high-quality, compliant, and responsive nursing care in fast-paced crisis service environments. This position requires strong clinical leadership, staffing oversight, and operational management skills.
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee and supervise all nursing staff within the RCSU and 23-Hour Crisis Program, ensuring compliance with clinical standards and organizational policies
Develop, manage, and maintain nursing schedules to ensure appropriate coverage for crisis services
Handle daily staffing needs, including call-outs, coverage adjustments, and crisis-related staffing challenges
Resolve staff, client, and operational issues in a timely, professional, and trauma-informed manner
Review, sign off on, and ensure accuracy and compliance of all Medication Administration Records (MARs)
Lead hiring, onboarding, training, and performance management of nursing staff
Develop, implement, and enforce nursing policies and procedures specific to crisis and residential settings
Oversee day-to-day nursing operations to ensure quality of care, safety, and regulatory compliance
Collaborate with executive leadership on budgets, staffing plans, and resource allocation for nursing services
Support audits, inspections, and quality improvement initiatives related to RCSU and crisis services
Qualifications:
Active Registered Nurse (RN) license or higher in good standing
Minimum of 3 years of nursing experience; leadership experience in behavioral health, crisis services, or residential programs strongly preferred
Strong knowledge of nursing operations, crisis response, and regulatory requirements
Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage staffing in high-acuity environments, and resolve conflicts
Excellent organizational, communication, and decision-making skills
Experience with policy development, staffing oversight, and budgeting preferred