Director of Nursing – Child & Adolescent Behavioral Health

Palm Shores Behavioral Health Center

Bradenton (FL)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 160,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Loan Forgiveness

Nurse Residency Transition-to-Practice

Career development opportunities

Regional and national roles across UHS

Health insurance

401(K) with company match

Pet Insurance

SoFi student loan refinancing

Job summary

Palm Shores Behavioral Health Center, a 65-bed residential facility in Bradenton, FL, seeks a Director of Nursing to lead nursing strategy, align care with trauma-informed principles, and drive quality and patient-centric outcomes within a large network.

The DON will participate in strategic planning, mentor staff, and ensure regulatory compliance while supporting education and growth opportunities for the nursing team.

Qualifications

Current FL nursing license.
BSN required; MSN preferred.
3+ years progressive nursing management in behavioral health.
Strong leadership and communication skills.
Knowledge of regulatory requirements and accreditation standards.

Responsibilities

Lead nursing strategy aligned with Palm Shores' mission and values.
Coordinate patient-centred nursing care delivery and staff performance.
Ensure high-quality, cost-effective care and regulatory compliance across the facility.
Participate in strategic planning and leadership development within the organization.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Behavioral health nursing

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Staff development

Education

BSN

MSN preferred

Job description

The DON will participate in strategic planning, mentor staff, and ensure regulatory compliance while supporting education and growth opportunities for the nursing team.

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