Director of Nursing

YOSO Recruiting; Happy Valley (OR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

YOSO Recruiting is seeking a Director of Nursing to lead operations at a brand-new inpatient substance abuse treatment facility in Happy Valley, Oregon. The ideal candidate will have a BSN and 3–5 years of experience in substance use disorder settings. Responsible for overseeing nursing operations, leading staff recruitment and training, ensuring compliance with healthcare standards. Strong leadership, medication management skills, and an active RN license are required. This is a high-impact role focused on patient safety and quality improvement.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of nursing experience in substance abuse treatment, behavioral health, or detox/residential settings.
• Prior nursing leadership or supervisory experience required.
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day nursing operations including staffing and scheduling.
• Lead recruitment and training of nursing staff.
• Ensure compliance with state regulations and federal healthcare standards.
• Manage medication administration and secure medication systems.
• Conduct audits and implement diversion prevention protocols.

Skills

Leadership

Team-building

Medication management

Knowledge of behavioral health

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Tools

EMR documentation systems

Job description

We are seeking a Director of Nursing (DON) to lead nursing operations at a brand-new inpatient substance abuse treatment facility. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for building, developing, and overseeing a nursing department that delivers safe, compliant, and patient-centered care.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on nursing leader with experience in substance use disorder (SUD), detox, or behavioral health settings, and a strong background in team leadership, medication management, and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day nursing operations including staffing, scheduling, supervision, and performance management
• Lead recruitment, onboarding, and training of nursing staff to build a high-performing team
• Ensure compliance with state regulations, Nurse Practice Act, DEA requirements, and all federal healthcare standards
• Manage all aspects of medication administration, including ordering, storage, reconciliation, and controlled substance monitoring
• Maintain secure medication systems, conduct audits, and implement diversion prevention protocols
• Oversee documentation standards including MARs, prescriber orders, and EMR accuracy
• Partner with medical providers to ensure proper implementation of treatment plans while respecting clinical autonomy
• Monitor and respond to medication errors, incidents, and quality concerns
• Lead quality improvement initiatives and maintain survey readiness
• Participate in incident reporting and regulatory inspections
• Promote a culture of patient safety, ethical nursing practice, and compliance

Qualifications & Education

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required

Experience

• 3–5+ years of nursing experience in:
• Substance abuse treatment
• Behavioral health
• Detox or residential settings
• Prior nursing leadership or supervisory experience required
• Experience with:
• Medication reconciliation & controlled substances
• Regulatory surveys & audits
• EMR documentation systems

Licensure

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (state-specific, in good standing)
• CPR certification required; ACLS preferred
• Ability to oversee controlled substance compliance / DEA standards

What You’ll Bring

• Strong leadership and team-building skills
• Deep understanding of behavioral health and SUD populations
• Knowledge of:
• Medication management systems
• Infection control protocols
• Healthcare compliance and documentation standards
• Ability to thrive in a start-up / new facility environment