Director of Nursing

Director of Nursing

**Position is located at Recovery Works Merrillville (Residential Drug & Alcohol Rehab in Merrillville, IN)**

We offer competitive salaries, full benefits package, Paid Time Off, and opportunities for professional growth.

Pinnacle Treatment Centers is a growing leader in addiction treatment services. We provide care across the nation touching the lives of more than 35,000 patients daily.

Our mission is to remove all barriers to recovery and transform individuals, families, and communities with treatment that works.

Our employees believe we are creating a better world where lives and communities are made whole again through comprehensive treatment.

As the Director of Nursing, you will be responsible for developing, planning, implementing, and managing all aspects of the nursing team and program. You will ensure all nursing services are delivered in accordance with established standards and regulations in compliance with license and credentialing requirements. The role also provides leadership and guidance to the nursing team to optimize and accomplish organizational goals. This position will report to our Executive Director and will be required to be on call and will work some weekends.

Requirements:

• Registered Nurse with a full unencumbered license in the state seeking to practice.


• Bachelors in nursing (BSN)


• Two (2)+ years of management experience leading a team.


• Must possess a current valid driver’s license in good standing in state of employment and be insurable by the designated carrier. This role may be required to drive for company purposes.


• Localized travel may be required to attend meetings and conferences.

Preferred:

• Three (3)+ years of experience in the substance use disorder industry and/or behavioral health experience 

Responsibilities:

• Partners with leadership team to plan and implement the orientation, annual training curriculum and other teammate trainings.


• Assists treatment team in identifying and providing appropriate treatment at the right level of care.


• Serves as Health and Safety Officer.


• Provide oversight and management of nursing team and medical care process.


• Maintain compliance with regulations governing alcohol and other drug entities of accrediting bodies by monitoring operations and initiating change where required.


• Assist with the development and maintenance of Quality Improvement Plan and overall policy compliance.


• Participate in monthly clinical, quarterly administration and strategic planning meetings. Leads monthly nursing department meetings.


• Attend team meetings and complete all training courses timely as required. • Other duties as assigned.


• Other duties as needed

Benefits:

• 18 days PTO (Paid Time Off) + 8 paid holidays 


• 401k with company match


• Company sponsored ongoing training and certification opportunities.


• Full comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short term disability, long term disability and accident insurance.


• Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery Loan Repayment Program (STAR LRP)


• Discounted tuition and scholarships through Capella University

Join our team. Join our mission.