Director of Nursing (DON)

Job description

Director of Nursing

We Level Up is a network of mental health, drug and alcohol addiction treatment centers that provide caring treatment to those who are prepared to begin their recovery journey. Our commitment is unmatched and proven by offering a diverse set of clinical therapies, combined with a professional, caring staff with diverse treatment options.

We use a whole-patient approach built on a foundation of integrity, transparency, and compassion. Our goals extend far beyond sobriety alone; every therapeutic intervention we deliver empowers our clients with a sense of purpose and joy in recovery. We operate multiple residential inpatient treatment centers in the nation.

Come join us on this journey! We are looking to grow our teams with talented, caring, and passionate people who share our energy and enthusiasm for recovery treatment.

Summary:

The Director of Nursing is responsible for providing the overall leadership and structure of the nursing department and nursing staff. This position will support the leadership and management structure of the organization by ensuring the delivery of safe and effective nursing care and clinical services.

Requirements:

• Minimum three to five years of progressive supervisory experience in the behavioral healthcare, substance abuse, detoxification program, or general hospital setting.
• One year of experience must be in a supervisory or administrative capacity.
• Graduate from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s level degree (BSN) in nursing required, Master’s degree preferred.
• Knowledge of addiction and its effects.
• Knowledge of 12 Step programs.
• Must possess a valid license as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Washington.
• Must possess CPR certification.
• Experience and understanding of accreditation process.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the facility-: Detox/Residential Inpatient Beds
• Ensuring the delivery of safe and effective nursing care and clinical services
• On Call 24/7
• Responsible for planning, implementing, and managing all aspects of the Medical Department
• Arrange Supply Contracts/Vendors
• Assist with license/accreditation with regulatory bodies DCF, JCAHO, Pharmacy/DEA and DOH
• Interviewing and hiring Medical staff(Nurses and Providers)
• Medical staff orientation, trainings, and staff development
• Medical (Nurses and Providers) staff scheduling, managing, and payroll
• Facilitate compliance with Quality Assurance/ Performance Improvement standards
• Daily live and monthly chart audits
• Manage onsite Pharmacy in conjunction with Pharmacy Consultant
• Meet with multi-disciplinary leaders daily to report any facility or client concerns/problems
• Weekly supply/medication inventories and ordering
• Review and sign off on all Admissions
• Review labs and report to providers
• Facilitate Patient Education Group Schedule and Materials
• Infection Control Practitioner
• CLIA Manager
• Assist with changing and writing new Policies and Procedures
• Reporting all staff and patient COVID testing
• Participate in biweekly Leadership meetings and trainings
• Participate in monthly Performance Improvement meetings

Benefits We Offer:

• Healthcare Benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life, and Employee paid expanded life Insurance
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability
• 96 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 6 Paid holidays (New Years, Memorial Day, Labor Day, 4th of July, Thanksgivings, Christmas)
• One free meal per week
• Access to Free CEU’s for professionals and licensed individuals
• CPR training and free training platform available
• Personal, Professional, and Leadership development trainings
• Safety and prevention programs
• EAP Services (Employee Assistance Program)

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $115,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Supervising experience: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• RN (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $115,000 - $130,000