What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Nursing (DON) position at Freedom Behavioral Hospital of Greenville?
Director of Nursing (DON)
Freedom Behavioral Hospital – Greenville, MS
Full-Time | Exempt | Leadership Role
About the Role
Freedom Behavioral Hospital of Greenville is seeking an experienced Director of Nursing (DON) to provide clinical leadership and operational oversight for all nursing services across our psychiatric and inpatient programs. This role is critical to maintaining patient safety, regulatory compliance, quality outcomes, and staff development.
The Director of Nursing is a key member of the hospital leadership team and works collaboratively with executive leadership, medical staff, Quality, and Human Resources to ensure excellence in patient care and survey readiness.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide leadership, supervision, and professional development for all nursing staff
- Ensure nursing services comply with CMS, Joint Commission, state, and federal regulations
- Maintain safe staffing levels and oversee nursing schedules and payroll compliance
- Participate in QAPI, performance improvement initiatives, audits, and corrective action plans
- Ensure survey readiness and regulatory compliance at all times
- Collaborate with Human Resources on hiring, discipline, evaluations, and terminations
- Oversee nursing care delivery for inpatient psychiatric and IOP programs
- Serve as nursing administrator on-call as assigned
- Monitor quality metrics, chart audits, and nursing performance indicators
- Support a culture of safety, accountability, and patient-centered care
Qualifications
Education
- Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (required)
- MSN preferred or equivalent clinical leadership oversight
Licensure
- Active RN license in the State of Mississippi (or eligible)
Experience
- Minimum of 1 year of nursing leadership or management experience
- Psychiatric or behavioral health experience strongly preferred
Knowledge & Skills
- Strong knowledge of nursing standards, patient safety, and regulatory requirements
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
- Ability to lead in high-acuity behavioral health environments
- Proficient in documentation, audits, and quality improvement processes
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and sick leave
- 401(k) with employer match
- Leadership development and growth opportunities
- Mission-driven, patient-focused work environment
Why Join Freedom Behavioral?
At Freedom Behavioral Hospital, we are committed to providing compassionate, ethical, and high-quality care to our patients while supporting and developing our staff. If you are a strong nursing leader who values safety, compliance, and excellence in care, we invite you to apply.
Apply today and help lead our nursing team toward excellence in behavioral healthcare.