Director of Nursing (D.O.N.)
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Job Description
Do Not WAIT!
JOIN AN ENERGETIC TEAM TO DELIVER HIGH QUALITY CARE TO THOSE WE SERVE EVERY DAY!
Freedom Behavioral is dedicated to providing high-quality care to adult male patients with psychiatric needs in a supportive and therapeutic environment. We are committed to ensuring regulatory compliance with standards set by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and fostering an environment that supports continuous improvement. As a Director of Nursing, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing nursing services and ensuring exceptional care delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Direct Oversight of Psychiatric Nursing Services: Supervising registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and mental health workers to deliver comprehensive nursing care according to each patient’s treatment plan.
Nursing Care Management: Help ensure the development, implementation, and evaluation of individualized psychiatric nursing care plans, including medication management and support of the therapeutic environment.
Supervision and Staff Development: Provide leadership and guidance to the nursing and mental health teams. This includes supporting staff training programs, facilitating orientations, and encouraging ongoing education for licensed practical nurses (LPNs) and mental health workers.
Regulatory Compliance Support: Ensure compliance with all relevant federal, state, and local regulations, contributing to the maintenance of high standards in psychiatric nursing care and documentation.
Leadership and Consultation: Work closely with the Hospital Administrator and Corporate Nursing Oversight to provide leadership and consultation to nursing staff and other care teams, ensuring effective communication and fostering a collaborative environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Education: BSN Degree in Nursing
- License: Current RN License in good standing with the State of Louisiana.
Skills
Strong clinical expertise in psychiatric nursing, leadership abilities, and a thorough understanding of regulatory compliance related to psychiatric care.
Why Join Us?
Opportunity for Career Growth: Play an integral role in shaping the future of our growing psychiatric facility.
Supportive Leadership Team: Work alongside a leadership team that values employee development and career advancement.
Competitive Compensation and Benefits: Enjoy a competitive compensation and benefits package.
Make an Impact: Contribute to making a significant difference in the lives of our patients and staff in a dynamic and rewarding healthcare environment.
Freedom Behavioral Hospital of Ferriday is an equal opportunity employer and provides employment opportunities to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
NOTE: This position is currently filled. However, it is the policy of Freedom Behavioral to continue to take applications so that we can ensure there is no disruption in patient care if a vacancy occurs.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a BSN degree in nursing and a current RN license in good standing with the State of Louisiana. Strong clinical expertise in psychiatric nursing and proven leadership abilities are required for this role.
Qualifications
- Education
- Bachelor degree
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Key Skills
Psychiatry — Registered Nurse Career Context
Of the 50 active Registered Nurse listings this role was benchmarked against, 28% are remote, 64% have no call, 76% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Louisiana is 88.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.8% of Louisiana clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Registered Nurse median $110k (middle half $96k–$130k)119 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost of living | Louisiana index 88.2 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Registered Nurse listings in Louisiana | 63 active | 5,960 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 28% remote · 64% no call · 76% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Registered Nurse pay trend | +6.4% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
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