Director of Nursing - Addiction Medicine

All In Solutions Counseling Center; Kearny (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

All In Solutions in Kearny, NJ, seeks an experienced Director of Nursing to lead the nursing department for inpatient detoxification and short-term residential addiction medicine. You will oversee clinical operations, regulatory compliance, staffing, and budget management to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care.

The ideal candidate holds an NJ RN license, a BSN, and a master’s in nursing or healthcare administration is preferred.

Qualifications

• RN license in New Jersey (unrestricted).
• BSN required; Master’s degree preferred in Nursing or Healthcare Administration.
• 3+ years of progressive nursing leadership, supervising and developing staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for all nursing operations within detox and residential programs.
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate RNs, LPNs, Charge Nurses, and support staff.
• Develop staffing plans and ensure nurse-to-patient coverage across shifts.
• Foster culture of accountability, collaboration, and patient-centered care.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, accreditation, and organizational standards.
• Oversee medication management, infection prevention, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with medical providers and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care.
• Manage nursing budgets, equipment, and resources.
• Lead during regulatory surveys, audits, and accreditation reviews.
• Analyze outcomes and implement process improvements to enhance safety and quality.

Skills

Leadership

Staff development

Regulatory compliance

Quality improvement

Budget management

Education

BSN

Master's in Nursing / Healthcare Administration

Job description

About Us – Mission & ValuesAll In Solutions was founded by a team of compassionate professionals who believe long-term recovery from addiction is possible. Our mission is to provide high-quality substance use treatment and support services that help clients achieve lasting sobriety. We strive to be a trusted leader in behavioral healthcare, supporting personal growth in a safe, healthy environment.SummaryWe are seeking an experienced and compassionate Director of Nursing to lead the nursing department for our inpatient detoxification and short-term residential addiction medicine program in Kearny, NJ. The Director of Nursing is responsible for the clinical, operational, regulatory, and personnel management of all nursing services, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care for individuals receiving treatment for substance use disorders.The ideal candidate will have demonstrated success managing and developing nursing teams in a healthcare setting and possess a strong understanding of addiction treatment, behavioral health, detoxification services, and regulatory compliance.ResponsibilitiesProvide leadership, oversight, and direction for all nursing operations within the detox and residential programs.Supervise, mentor, and evaluate nursing staff, including RNs, LPNs, Charge Nurses, and other clinical support personnel.Develop staffing plans and ensure appropriate nurse-to-patient coverage across all shifts.Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, professionalism, and patient-centered care.Ensure compliance with all federal, state, accreditation, and organizational standards.Oversee medication management processes, infection prevention protocols, and quality improvement initiatives.Collaborate with medical providers, clinical leadership, and interdisciplinary treatment teams to coordinate patient care.Manage nursing budgets, equipment, and departmental resources.Provide leadership during regulatory surveys, audits, and accreditation reviews.Analyze clinical outcomes and implement process improvements to enhance patient safety and quality of care.Participate in program development and strategic planning initiatives.QualificationsCurrent, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of New Jersey.BSN required; Master's degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or a related field preferred.3+ years of progressive nursing leadership experience with responsibility for supervising and developing nursing staff.Experience leading nursing teams in a Charge Nurse, Nurse Manager, Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON), Director of Nursing (DON), or similar leadership role.Strong knowledge of nursing operations, staffing, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance.Experience in inpatient detoxification, residential substance use disorder treatment, addiction medicine, behavioral health, psychiatric care, or a comparable healthcare setting required.Knowledge of ASAM Criteria and addiction treatment best practices preferred.Experience with licensing, accreditation, and regulatory surveys preferred.Relevant certifications in addiction nursing, psychiatric-mental health nursing, or healthcare leadership are a plusYour skills. Our mission. A brighter future for recovery. Ready to use your expertise to clear the path for life-changing recovery? Join our growing team. Apply now and be ALL IN!