What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Nursing position at COMPREHENSIVE HEALTHCARE?
Who is Comprehensive Healthcare?
Comprehensive Healthcare provides innovative behavioral health and integrated healthcare services to clients of all ages. We take pride in our creative and collaborative work environment and in delivering clinically excellent, trauma-informed, recovery-oriented services.
What are we looking for in a Director of Nursing?
The Director of Nursing leads the planning, coordination, and oversight of nursing services across the agency. This role is responsible for establishing consistent standards of care, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting a high-performing nursing workforce. By partnering with clinical and operational leaders, the Director ensures nursing services are effectively integrated, appropriately staffed, and aligned with organizational goals.
Primary Position Purpose: The Director of Nursing provides clinical and operational leadership for all nursing functions. This role ensures high-quality nursing practice that aligns with organizational strategy, regulatory standards and CHC’s mission and values. The position bridges clinical excellence with operational performance, guiding nursing strategy to ensure consistent standards, compliance, and integration across all service lines.
Passion for the Work, Compassion for the Client
- Demonstrates empathy, professionalism, and sound judgment in all interactions
- Prioritizes client safety, dignity, and outcomes
- Maintains composure and effectiveness in high-pressure or emotionally demanding situations
Customer Service
- Takes ownership of issues and follows through to resolution
- Communicates clearly, honestly, and proactively
- Maintains a solutions-oriented approach and supports both clients and colleagues
- Collaborative Problem Solving
- Engages others to develop effective, aligned solutions
- Communicates openly and works across teams to reduce silos
- Shares accountability for decisions and outcomes
Leadership Expectation
- Sets clear expectations and holds self and others accountable
- Addresses issues at the appropriate level
- Aligns team performance with organizational goals
Schedule:
- Monday- Friday 8AM-5PM
Pay:
- $140,004.00 to $210,017.00 (Annual Salary)
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) required; Master’s degree (MSN, MHA, or related field) preferred
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Washington State (or ability to obtain)
- Minimum of 7–10 years of progressive nursing experience, including at least 3–5 years in a leadership role
- Experience in behavioral health, inpatient, or multi-site healthcare environments strongly preferred
Salary : $140,004 - $210,017