Director of Nursing (Confidential)

My client, a leading provider of comprehensive behavioral health services, is seeking a Director of Nursing (DON) to oversee all nursing operations at one of their facilities in the Canton, OH area. This organization is dedicated to transforming lives through compassionate, evidence-based care and offers a full continuum of services, including inpatient, outpatient, and specialized programs for mental health and substance use treatment.

In this role, the Director of Nursing will:

• Supervise the nursing management team and ensure appropriate staffing for inpatient programs.
  

• Oversee evaluation processes for nursing staff and delegate responsibilities as needed.
  

• Ensure compliance with all state and federal regulations.
  

• Serve as a liaison between physicians, patients, referral sources, and staff.
  

• Monitor patient satisfaction data and report findings to performance improvement committees.
  

• Support onboarding, training, and continued professional development for staff.
  

• Analyze statistical data to identify and respond to clinical and operational trends.
  

• Act as a role model for excellent patient care and customer service.
  

Requirements

• BSN or MSN in Nursing; must be licensed or eligible for licensure in Ohio.
  

• Minimum of 3 years of clinical management experience in behavioral health.
  

• Proven experience developing and maintaining clinical policies and protocols.
  

• Strong knowledge of psychiatric nursing, medication management, and therapeutic environments.
  

• Familiarity with behavioral health regulations and compliance requirements.
  

• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
  

• Current CPR certification.
  

Benefits

• Salary: $100,000 – $130,000
  

• Relocation assistance available
  

• 401(k) with employer matching
  

• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
  

• Paid vacation and holidays
  

• Tuition reimbursement
  

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