Behavioral Health, Clinical Practices/Protocols, Clinical Support, Communication Skills, Director of Nursing (DON), Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Nursing, Nursing Management, Onboarding, Operational Support, Operations, Organizational Skills, Patient Care, People Management, Process Improvement, Quality Assurance, Quality Management, Registered Nurse (RN), Regulatory Compliance, Schedule Development, Staff Training, Team Player
Director of Nursing (DON)
On-site | Pacific, MO
$80,000 – $85,000 annually
About the Role
We’re hiring a Director of Nursing (DON) to lead nursing operations within a 24-hour inpatient behavioral health facility in Pacific, MO.
This role is ideal for:
- An experienced RN ready to step into their first Director-level role
- A nurse leader looking to take the next step in their career
You’ll play a key role in shaping team culture, improving patient care, and supporting daily clinical operations in a structured and collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise and support nursing staff
- Manage staffing, scheduling, and day-to-day operations
- Ensure compliance with clinical and regulatory standards
- Lead hiring, onboarding, and training of nursing personnel
- Drive quality improvement initiatives
- Collaborate with leadership on program operations
- Maintain a positive and professional team environment
Qualifications
- Active RN license
- Prior leadership or supervisory experience preferred
- Strong organizational and communication skills