Director of Nursing

SCADD, Inc; New London (CT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Competitive benefits

Multiple Medical Plans

403(b) with 10% match

Vacation & Sick leave

11 paid holidays

Education/Training annually

Licensure reimbursement

Meaningful work in recovery

Job summary

Southeastern Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence, Inc. (SCADD) seeks a Director of Nursing to set the standard of care across New London, Norwich, and Lebanon, CT.

You will lead a skilled nursing team and provide strategic oversight of detox and residential units, reporting to the Deputy Chief of Operations. This role offers a $5,000 sign-on bonus, competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, a 403(b) with 10% employer match after 1 year, and licensure reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in nursing required.
• Current State of Connecticut RN license required.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Minimum of five years’ experience with progressive management/leadership.
• Ability to manage nursing operations across multiple locations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with clinical staff, program directors, CMO, clients, and families.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational oversight of nursing operations across multiple sites in New London, Norwich, and Lebanon.
• Lead and develop nursing staff, detox personnel, interns, and other staff across sites.
• Ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and regulatory mandates.
• Oversee pre-certification, utilization reviews, and input of clinical data.
• Manage budgeting, resources, and procurement of medications and supplies.
• Collaborate with Chief Medical Officer to align clinical priorities and standards.
• Participate in meetings and onboarding of new staff.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic leadership

Nursing operations management

Staff development

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Bachelor’s degree in nursing

Master’s degree or advanced nursing degree (preferred)

Job description

Director of Nursing | Southeastern Connecticut - New London, CT

Southeastern Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence, Inc. (SCADD) is an award-winning, nationally and locally recognized leader in substance use disorder and behavioral health treatment in Southeastern Connecticut. We are proud recipients of the Top Workplace award,Non-Profit of the Year andExecutive Director of the Year honors from the Greater Norwich Area Chamber of Commerce, and recognition as a Top Tier organization and a Recovery Friendly Workplace.

We are seeking an exceptional nursing leader to step into one of the most impactful clinical roles in our organization. As Director of Nursing, you will shape the standard of care across multiple SCADD sites spanning New London, Norwich, and Lebanon, CT — leading a skilled, compassionate nursing team in delivering life-changing treatment to individuals at critical moments in their recovery.

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus

What We Offer:

• $5,000 sign-on bonus
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits
• Multiple Medical Plans to fit your needs and budget
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with 10% employer match at 1 year
• Vacation and Sick accruals
• 11 paid Holidays
• 40 hours of paid Education/Training annually
• Paid Licensure Reimbursement
• Meaningful work leading a clinical team that makes a lasting difference in the lives of individuals in recovery

What You'll Do:

As Director of Nursing, you will serve as the clinical backbone of SCADD's nursing operations — providing strategic leadership and hands-on oversight across our Detox, Lebanon Pines, and residential units in New London, Norwich, and Lebanon. Reporting to the Deputy Chief of Operations, you will set the tone for nursing practice across the organization, building a culture of excellence, accountability, and compassionate care at every site.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide strategic and operational oversight of nursing operations across multiple SCADD sites in New London, Norwich, and Lebanon, ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality care in accordance with all applicable policies, procedures, and regulatory mandates
• Support the effective fiscal management of nursing operations and ensure the proper utilization of organizational resources across all locations
• Maintain responsibility for patient records, Department of Mental Health and Addictions Services reports, facility logs, and other required reporting
• Oversee the pre-certification process and conduct utilization reviews with third-party payers
• Ensure accurate and timely input of clinical data by nursing staff
• Oversee the orientation, supervision, and professional development of nursing staff, detoxification technicians, interns, and other staff across all sites
• Provide explanation of patient care, test procedures, and care philosophy to clients and families as needed
• Interact with the Chief Medical Officer as necessary to align clinical priorities and standards
• Evaluate nursing activities across all units to ensure quality patient care, positive staff relations, and efficiency of service
• Oversee the ordering of medications, solutions, equipment, and medical supplies for all units
• Carry out full supervisory responsibilities including interviewing, hiring, orientation, training, performance appraisal, and employee relations
• Participate in committee and team meetings across sites as applicable
• Participate in the orientation of new employees and the transfer of knowledge necessary for the performance of duties

What You'll Need:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in nursing required; Master's degree or advanced nursing degree preferred
• Current State of Connecticut Department of Public Health Registered Nurse (RN) License required
• Current CPR Certification required
• Minimum of five years' experience, including progressive management/leadership equivalent combination of education and experience considered
• Demonstrated ability to manage nursing operations, staffing, and regulatory compliance across multiple locations in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with clinical staff, program directors, the Chief Medical Officer, clients, and families
• Proven ability to lead, develop, and inspire a multidisciplinary nursing team across geographically distributed sites
• Commitment to SCADD's values of diversity, equity, inclusion, and trauma-informed practice

Why SCADD?

Since 1966, SCADD has remained at the forefront of substance use disorder treatment, continuously evolving to meet the needs of individuals, families, and communities across Southeast Connecticut. This is a rare opportunity to lead nursing operations at an organizational level — shaping care delivery, building teams, and driving clinical excellence across multiple sites in a mission that truly matters. We believe in second chances and the power of recovery, and the Director of Nursing is central to making that recovery safe, supported, and possible. When you join SCADD, you join a team that shows up every day with hope, connection, and purpose.

If you're a nursing leader ready to make your mark, we want to hear from you.

SCADD is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. A pre-employment drug screen, conducted by a qualified lab, is required in accordance with Connecticut law.