Director of Nursing

Right Hire Consulting LLC; Canton (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Right Hire Consulting LLC seeks an RN Director of Nursing Behavioral Health to lead the clinical nursing team across inpatient and outpatient behavioral health programs. The role focuses on clinical excellence, policy implementation, and staff development to ensure high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities include strategic leadership, staffing oversight, performance evaluations, and adherence to regulatory standards across all programs.

Qualifications

• RN license in Ohio (BSN or MSN) is required.
• Minimum 3 years of clinical leadership experience in behavioral health/psychiatric nursing.
• Knowledge of psychiatric nursing care, protocols, and compliance regulations.
• Experience developing and implementing clinical policies and procedures.
• Skilled in managing therapeutic environments and leading staff training programs.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership abilities.
• CPR certification currently valid.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and daily oversight for the nursing management team.
• Ensure inpatient programs are staffed and equipped to deliver safe, effective care.
• Oversee performance evaluations, supervision, and staff competency development.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and accreditation standards.
• Act as liaison among physicians, patients, referral sources, and staff.
• Monitor patient satisfaction data and report to the PI committee.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Staff training

Education

BSN or MSN with Ohio RN license

Job description

RN Director of Nursing Behavioral Health

We are a leading provider of comprehensive behavioral health services, committed to transforming lives through compassionate, evidence-based care. Our facilities offer a full continuum of treatment including inpatient, outpatient, and specialty programs focused on mental health and substance use disorders. With an emphasis on clinical excellence, innovation, and personalized care, we empower individuals to achieve lasting recovery.

We're looking for a dedicated RN Director of Nursing to lead our clinical nursing team and ensure the highest standards of care across our behavioral health programs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership and daily oversight for the nursing management team
• Ensure inpatient programs are appropriately staffed and equipped to deliver safe, effective care
• Oversee performance evaluations, staff supervision, and ongoing competency development
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and accreditation standards
• Act as liaison among physicians, patients, referral sources, and staff
• Monitor and analyze patient satisfaction data, presenting monthly reports to the PI committee
• Participate in quality improvement (PI), safety initiatives, and community outreach
• Support and contribute to staff orientation, continuing education, and professional development
• Monitor staffing levels and budgetary benchmarks; adjust as necessary
• Analyze clinical trends to improve outcomes and operational efficiency
• Promote a culture of excellence in patient care, customer service, and teamwork

Qualifications:

• BSN or MSN with current or eligible RN license in the State of Ohio
• Minimum 3 years of clinical leadership experience in behavioral health or psychiatric nursing
• Strong knowledge of psychiatric nursing care, protocols, and compliance regulations
• Proven experience in developing and implementing clinical policies and procedures
• Skilled in managing the therapeutic environment and leading staff training programs
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership abilities
• Demonstrated commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care
• Current CPR certification required

Join a mission-driven team making a true impact in behavioral health. If you're a nurse leader with a passion for driving clinical excellence and team growth,