Director of Nursing

Job Description – Director of Nursing

Job Title: Director of Nursing

Department: Nursing

Operating Unit: Detox, Residential Treatment

Reports To: Executive Director

FLSA Status: Exempt

MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of EDTC is to offer the highest quality and professional inpatient detoxification, residential treatment, Partial Hospital Program (PHP), Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), and outpatient services.

We are committed to treating patients and their families with the highest regard and respect as clients work toward reaching their highest growth potential in their recovery process. This is accomplished through strict adherence to the highest ethical standards of care and policies and procedures set forth by the Louisiana Department of Health Services and the Joint Commission.

• EDTC ensures all clients are treated with compassion, respect, and dignity regardless of race, creed, age, sex, handicaps, or sexual orientation.
• EDTC employees are competent and responsible personnel who adhere to a strict code of professional ethics.
• EDTC provides clients with accurate and complete information regarding available services.
• Alternative treatment modalities are available when needed.
• EDTC ensures discharge from treatment follows Louisiana standards.
• EDTC complies with Louisiana and Joint Commission environment of care standards.
• EDTC maintains confidentiality of client records.
• EDTC promotes positive community relations and safety.

SUMMARY

The Director of Nursing is responsible for the daily medical/clinical operation of the facility in collaboration with the Medical Director. This is an administrative leadership role supervising nursing and technician staff while ensuring compliance with regulatory and patient care standards.

AGE/PATIENT POPULATION(S) SERVED

Adult (18 & older)

Individuals with substance use disorders with or without co-occurring psychiatric conditions.

EXPECTATIONS OF ALL EMPLOYEES

1. Adheres to all EDTC policies and procedures
2. Represents EDTC values at all times
3. Maintains professionalism and respect
4. Communicates regularly with leadership
5. Reports to work on time and prepared
6. Meets productivity standards

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Oversee daily clinical operations with Medical Director
2. Ensure compliance with regulatory standards
3. Participate in data reporting and planning
4. Assist with workflow and administrative processes
5. Support hiring and training
6. Manage staffing schedules
7. Ensure adherence to healthcare protocols
8. Provide patient care when needed
9. Handle incidents and medication errors
10. Maintain confidentiality standards
11. Ensure compliance with policies and regulations
12. Oversee infection control
13. Manage testing and compliance programs
14. Ensure staff training and competency
15. Maintain safe medication systems
16. Perform additional duties as needed

AGE SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES (ADULT)

Ability to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care including mental, physical, and social needs. Provides education and adjusts care plans accordingly.

EEOC STATEMENT

EDTC is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal and state laws.

EMPLOYEE ATTESTATION

Employee Signature: __________________ Date: __________

Supervisor Signature: ________________ Date: __________