Director of Nursing

Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 94,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Vacation days

Retirement match

Student loan repayment

CEU training

Job summary

Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services is hiring a Director of Nursing for the Tulsa Center for Behavioral Health Nursing Department. The role involves planning, organizing and directing staff to meet goals and improve patient care within the facility.

This full‑time, exempt position offers a salary of $110,000 per year and a standard 8:00am–5:00pm schedule. Applicants must hold an RN license (OK permanent or eNLC) and have supervisory and managerial experience in

Qualifications

• RN license (OK permanent or eNLC) plus 4 years nursing; 2 in supervision and 1 in management/consultation.
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing with 3 years nursing; 2 in supervision and 1 in management/consultation.
• Master’s degree with 2 years supervisory and 1 in management/consultation plus 2 admin years.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and direct staff to meet facility goals.
• Coordinate nursing services and improve patient care.
• Ensure compliance with licensing and accreditation.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Management experience

Consultation/education

Nursing leadership

Education

RN license

Bachelor’s in Nursing

Master’s degree

Job description

Join a team that CARES!

Here at ODMHSAS, we believe in I.C.A.R.E. – Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. Our mission is to promote healthy communities and provide the highest quality care to enhance the well-being of all Oklahomans. We take that very seriously – because we care!

About the Position:

The TCBH Nursing Department is hiring for a Director of Nursing that would be responsible for management duties including planning, organizing, and integrating various functions such as directing staff in meeting goals and objectives of the facility.

Job Type/Salary:

• Open/Close dates: 9/18/2026 - until filled

• Full-time

• Annual salary: $110,000

• Primary Working Hours are 8:00am – 5:00 pm

• FLSA Status: Exempt

• Primary Work Location/Department: TCBH–Nursing Dept

• Vacancies: 1

Minimum Qualifications and Experience:

Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of possession of a valid permanent Oklahoma license as a registered nurse as approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing, or Registered Nurse License recognized by the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC) and four years of professional nursing experience, two years of which must have been in a supervisory capacity and one additional year of professional nursing experience in a managerial or consultative capacity or providing consultation and educational services in a specialized field or program plus two additional years of professional nursing experience in an administrative capacity.

OR

A bachelor’s degree in nursing and three years of professional nursing experience, two years of which must have been in a supervisory capacity and one additional year of professional nursing experience in a managerial or consultative capacity or providing consultation and educational services in a specialized field or program plus two additional years of professional nursing experience in an administrative capacity.

OR

A master’s degree and two years of professional nursing experience in a supervisory capacity and one additional year of professional nursing experience in a managerial or consultative capacity or providing consultation and educational services in a specialized field or program plus two additional years of professional nursing experience in an administrative capacity.

Special Requirements:

• Applicants must be able to pass an OSBI background check.

• Applicants must be willing and able to fulfill any job-related travel normally associated with this position and as such have a valid driver’s license.

• Upon a conditional offer of employment, Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services applicants must submit to a physical examination and shall meet the physical examination requirements of occasionally lifting/carrying 50 pounds and able to push and pull a maximum force of 25 pounds.

• Upon appointment, incumbents designated by the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services shall complete certification in one of the following required Departmental sponsored training in case management: Certified Behavioral Health Case Manager – Adult; Certified Behavioral Health Case Manager – Child, Adolescent and Family; or Certified Behavioral Health Case Manager – Dual Certification.

Great Reasons to Work with Us:

ODMHSAS is proud to provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees and their dependents. Our benefits include:

• Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums

• A wide choice of health insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations

• Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses or dependent care

• Employee assistance programs and health and fitness programs

• 11 paid holidays

• 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year

• Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match

• Longevity Bonus for years of service

• Student Loan repayment options

• Training opportunities for CEU requirements

About us:

The Tulsa Center for Behavioral Health (TCBH) is a psychiatric hospital accredited by The Joint Commission, dedicated to delivering evidence-based, patient-centered care. TCBH provides a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment that supports recovery and enhances quality of life for individuals and the community. The facility serves adults aged 18 and older who are experiencing a mental health crisis, with or without co-occurring substance use disorders, and who are medically stable.

In response to the increasing need for mental health services in our community, TCBH is being replaced by a new facility, the Oklahoma Psychiatric Care Center (OPCC). Situated in the OSU Academic Medical District in downtown Tulsa, this modern psychiatric hospital will feature 106 inpatient beds, an expanded residency program, and an enhanced range of behavioral health services. Construction of the OPCC is currently in progress.

Drug and Alcohol Pre-employment and Pre-placement Testing:

Upon a conditional offer of employment, applicants for safety sensitive positions shall be required to submit to urinalysis to test for drugs.Appointment to a safety sensitive position shall be contingent upon a negative drug test result.

THIS AGENCY REQUIRES COVERAGE 24 HOURS, 7 DAYS PER WEEK. WORK HOURS AND LOCATION MAY VARY DEPENDING ON BUSINESS NECESSITY. EMPLOYEES MAY BE REQUIRED TO WORK WEEKENDS AND OVERTIME.

Reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities may be provided upon request.

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.