Behavioral Health Assistant Director of Nursing

Humareso is working on an Assistant Director of Nursing opportunity! We are seeking an experienced leader for a well-respected organization. This is a great opportunity!

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Position Summary

This position provides oversight of clinical operations and interdisciplinary team collaboration which includes staff schedules, staff mentoring, patient care management, regulatory compliance, and culture development that operate 24 hours a day, seven days per week. This position offers an opportunity to influence healthcare delivery, implement innovative practices, and foster a collaborative team culture.

This position reports to the Company’s Chief Nursing Officer.

Objectives/Responsibilities

• Collaborate with nurse managers to guide care and projects.
• Ensure high-quality patient care and safety standards through daily rounding.
• Daily collaboration within the nursing department and between other disciplines.
• Address patient and staff concerns and issues.
• Oversee hiring, training, and retention of nursing staff.
• Review compliance of federal, state, and local regulations.
• Recommend policy updates and changes.
• Implement strategic plans to enhance nursing services and patient care quality.
• Manage departmental budgets, ensuring efficient allocation of resources while maintaining compliance with organizational policies.
• Lead, mentor, and evaluate nursing staff to promote professional development and operational excellence.
• Address performance concerns with action plan development.
• Oversee educational programs, including staff training and continuing education initiatives, aligning with accreditation standards.
• Coordinate with academic institutions for student placements.
• Facilitate communication across departments to promote a unified approach to healthcare delivery.
• Monitor clinical outcomes and implement quality improvement initiatives to optimize patient satisfaction and safety.
• Participates in appropriate committees as assigned.
• Supports nursing supervisor coverage as needed.
• Other duties as assigned
• Educational Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN) required.
• Valid PA nursing license

Qualifications

• Proven management experience in healthcare settings, with a focus on leadership roles for 5 - 7 years minimum.
• Behavioral Health experience required, 3yrs minimum.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to inspire teams and foster professional growth.
• Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration.
• Core Competencies

Person-Centered Approach – Treat all individuals with dignity, empathy, and respect, recognizing that every role contributes to the patient and staff experience.

Excellence & Accountability – Perform all duties with professionalism, following policies to ensure safety, compliance, and efficiency.

Teamwork & Communication – Collaborate with colleagues across departments, maintaining a positive and solution-oriented attitude.

• Commitment to Our Mission – Uphold the company's values and contribute to a culture of trust, inclusivity, and continuous improvement.
• Safety - Use a proactive approach to fostering a safety-oriented culture within the organization using a combination of formal training and hands-on experience

Disclaimer

This description is intended to describe the essential job functions, additional responsibilities required for the performance of this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and requirements of a person so classified. Other functions may be assigned, and management retains the right to add or change the duties at any time.