Behavioral Health Nursing Director

Aurora Behavioral Health System; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurora Behavioral Health System in Tempe, AZ is seeking a Director of Nursing to lead our Nursing and Patient Care Services. This full-time, on-site role focuses on building strong clinical teams, safety, and high-quality patient care.

The ideal candidate will have a BSN (MSN preferred), current AZ RN license, and a track record of 4+ years in acute psychiatric settings with 2+ years in nursing leadership. Join us to drive outcomes, mentorship, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• BSN required.
• MSN preferred.
• Current Arizona RN license.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in an acute psychiatric setting.
• Minimum 2 years of nursing management experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership, direction, and oversight of Nursing and Patient Care Services.
• Lead, mentor, coach, and develop nursing leaders and clinical staff.
• Oversee Unit Managers, House Supervisors, Staffing/Purchasing Coordinator, Clinical Educator, and other nursing leadership personnel.
• Ensure nursing units are appropriately staffed based on patient acuity, census, and patient care needs.
• Promote high standards of nursing practice and patient-centered care.
• Develop, implement, review, and maintain effective nursing policies and procedures.

Education

BSN

MSN

Job description

Aurora Behavioral Health System in Tempe, AZ is seeking a Director of Nursing to lead our Nursing and Patient Care Services. This full-time, on-site role focuses on building strong clinical teams, safety, and high-quality patient care.

The ideal candidate will have a BSN (MSN preferred), current AZ RN license, and a track record of 4+ years in acute psychiatric settings with 2+ years in nursing leadership. Join us to drive outcomes, mentorship, and continuous improvement.