Director of Nursing - Addiction Recovery

Director of Nursing - Addiction Recovery | Anabranch Recovery Center | Terre Haute, Indiana

About the Job:

PURPOSE STATEMENT:
The Director of Nursing is responsible and accountable for providing professional nursing care to clients. Directs, plans, coordinates, monitors and supervises the effective and efficient use of the operations of nursing and the safe delivery of behavioral health/nursing services with a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude. Ensures the development, implementation, and evaluation of policies, programs, and services consistent with the facility’s strategic goals and objectives.

Roles and Responsibilities:

We are seeking an experienced Director of Nursing (RN) to lead and oversee nursing services while ensuring safe, high-quality, and client-centered care. This role provides leadership, operational oversight, and clinical guidance for the nursing department while supporting the facility’s mission of helping individuals recover and thrive.

Why Join Us?

Make a meaningful impact helping individuals on their recovery journey
Work with a collaborative, mission-driven behavioral health team
Lead and shape nursing practices within a growing organization

Key Responsibilities

Nursing Leadership

Provide strategic leadership for the nursing department and oversee daily nursing operations
Ensure delivery of safe, timely, and client-centered care
Hire, train, mentor, and supervise nursing staff while ensuring appropriate staffing levels
Conduct performance evaluations and support staff development

Clinical Oversight

Oversee client assessments, care plans, and treatment coordination
Collaborate with psychiatrists and interdisciplinary teams to develop effective treatment plans
Monitor client progress and respond to changes in condition

Operations & Compliance

Develop and maintain nursing policies and procedures in compliance with state, federal, and accrediting standards
Monitor census, acuity levels, and staffing needs to maintain efficient operations
Conduct regular rounds, address incidents, and support crisis intervention when needed
Ensure compliance with medication management, infection control, and safety protocols

Quality & Program Management

Lead infection control and safety programs, including surveillance and prevention strategies
Maintain accurate clinical records, reports, and regulatory documentation
Support facility inspections and regulatory surveys, including Plan of Correction implementation
Provide staff training related to healthcare services and best practices

Administrative Leadership

Partner with the CEO and leadership team on strategic planning and budgeting
Manage departmental budgets and resources
Maintain appropriate inventory of nursing supplies and equipment
Participate in leadership meetings to review census, client care concerns, and operational updates

Qualifications

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required
Master’s degree in Psychiatric or Mental Health Nursing preferred

Experience

Minimum 5 years nursing experience
Minimum 3 years behavioral health or psychiatric experience
Minimum 2 years progressive leadership or management experience

Skills

Strong knowledge of nursing practices, staffing, budgeting, and regulatory compliance
Ability to assess, plan, and implement therapeutic nursing care in a multidisciplinary environment
Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

Licenses & Certifications

Active RN license (state or compact license)
Psychiatric Nursing Certification preferred
De-escalation training required (provided upon hire)

Why Anabranch Recovery Center?Anabranch Recovery Center offers a comprehensive benefit plan and a competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Qualified candidates should apply by submitting a resume. Anabranch Recovery Center is an EOE.

Veterans and military spouses are highly encouraged to apply. Summit BHC is dedicated to serving Veterans with specialized programming at our treatment centers across the country. We recognize and value the unique strengths of the military community in supporting our mission to serve those who have served.

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