Director of Nursing

Devereux; Devon (PA); On-site; USD 117,900 - 144,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits after 30 days

Tuition & student loan assistance via

Servant Leadership culture

ASCEND – career accelerator program

Job summary

Devereux is seeking a Director of Nursing for the PA Adult Services Center to lead nursing care operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and guide best practices across departments. The role emphasizes fiscal stewardship, staff development, and cross-functional collaboration within a nationally recognized nonprofit behavioral health organization.

The Director will supervise nursing staff, training initiatives, and engagement with physicians and contractors while upholding Devereux Standards of

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing, and have a license to practice nursing as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
• BSN required
• MSN preferred
• Minimum of five (5) years nursing experience in a health care facility, preferably with adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities, mental health diagnoses, and/or TBI.
• At least three (3) years supervisory experience
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proficient computer skills and mastery of Microsoft applications
• Must possess and maintain valid driver's license, and be at least 21 years of age

Responsibilities

• Directs Center nursing activities to assure the delivery of quality nursing services, in accordance with established nursing procedures, regulatory requirements, Devereux Standards of Care and best practices.
• Serves as a nursing expert and guides staff to implement a program focusing on high quality health care services. Provides leadership, training, and ongoing support to nursing staff.
• Maintains department budget and fiscal health
• Coordinates and collaborates with other departments to include medical, admissions, operations, and quality management.
• Serves as liaison with on-call physicians, community medical providers, and independent contractors

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

Computer skills

Driver's license

Education

RN license in PA

BSN required

MSN preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office / Microsoft applications

Job description

Are you able to lead, influence and direct a team to provide quality care and outstanding performance in the areas of direct nursing care, regulatory compliance and best practices? Do you possess an understanding of operational business and oversight that allows you to ensure fiscal responsibility and management?

If you answered YES to these question, consider joining Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health.

We are currently seeking a DIRECTOR OF NURSING for our PA Adult Services Center.

We Offer

• The ability to make a difference in the lives of others


• Opportunities to supervise, train and model nursing best practices to a committed workforce


• Direct involvement in Leadership decisions that direct operations and program development and allows you an opportunity to showcase your business and operational expertise


• Stable national non-profit employer offering a strong support system and is forward thinking in their clinical practice and research.


• Comprehensive Health Benefits effective 30 days after employment. Learn more: https://www.mydevereuxbenefits.org/


• Tuition & Student Loan Assistance through our ASCEND Program. Learn more: https://jobs.devereux.org/ascend/


• A Servant Leadership culture where you can be your authentic self at work


• Salary up to 131K

Job Summary

• Directs Center nursing activities to assure the delivery of quality nursing services, in accordance with established nursing procedures, regulatory requirements, Devereux Standards of Care and best practices.


• Serves as a nursing expert and guides staff to implement a program focusing on high quality health care services. Provides leadership, training, and ongoing support to nursing staff.


• Maintains department budget and fiscal health


• Coordinates and collaborates with other departments to include medical, admissions, operations, and quality management.


• Serves as liaison with on-call physicians, community medical providers, and independent contractors

Devereux is proud to offer ASCEND – the first career accelerator program exclusively designed to give employees – the career guidance, one-on-one coaching, skills and financial assistance you need to reach your full potential. This program includes tuition and student loan repayment, among other benefits!

Education

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing, and have a license to practice nursing as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.


• BSN required


• MSN preferred

Experience

• Requires a minimum of five (5) years nursing experience in a health care facility, preferably working with adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities, mental health diagnoses, and/or TBI.


• At least three (3) years supervisory experience


• Excellent oral and written communication skills


• Proficient computer skills and mastery of Microsoft applications


• Must possess and maintain valid driver's license, and be at least 21 years of age

Company Overview

Devereux is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit organizations, providing services, insight and leadership in the evolving field of behavioral healthcare. Founded in 1912, Devereux operates a comprehensive national network of clinical, therapeutic, educational and employment programs that positively impact the lives of 10,000+ children, adults – and their families – every year.

Our Mission:

Devereux changes lives – by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences.

With nearly 6,500 employees working in programs across the country, Devereux is a trusted partner for families, schools and communities, serving individuals in the areas of autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, specialty mental health, education and foster care.

Our Culture, Our Expectations

At Devereux, Servant Leadership is embedded throughout our culture and every aspect of our organizational framework. Our mission-driven, people-first mindset is at the heart of the compassionate and high-quality programming we provide – every day – for the individuals and families we serve, and other key stakeholders. Devereux offers challenging and exciting work, and our team environment creates an empowering, positive and rewarding atmosphere. To be successful at Devereux, you will: put the needs of others first, feel called to serve and called to lead. As a member of our team, you will be a significant part of our commitment to providing a welcoming and supportive work environment across all programs and services, and within all policies and employee practices.

We believe a workplace rooted in inclusivity – offering a sense of belonging to all those who walk through our doors – is fundamental to delivering the highest quality healthcare services. Through open dialogue and the creation of brave spaces, we will engage in work that gives each of us a chance to change the world – one person, one family, one community at a time.

What Devereux Offers You

In addition to a competitive salary, Devereux provides a comprehensive health and welfare program to eligible full-time employees, family members and domestic partners. Eligible employees are eligible to start benefits after 30 days of employment. In addition, we offer;

• Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services.


• Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance.


• Generous time-off (start accruing 1st day), 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit, and voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage.


• Employee assistance / work-life balance program.

Visit www.mydevereuxbenefits.org to see why Devereux is a great place to work!

Devereux is a drug-free workplace, drug screening required. EOE