Director of Nursing (DON)

Acadia Healthcare; Ball Ground (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance available

Job summary

Blue Ridge Mountain Recovery Center in Ball Ground, GA is seeking a Director of Nursing to lead the nursing team across detox and residential services, drive clinical excellence, and partner with facility leadership. This leadership role focuses on staff development, regulatory compliance, and delivering high-quality patient care.

Relocation assistance is available to attract the right talent. If you are a mission-driven RN with 3+ years of leadership and behavioral health experience, you could

Qualifications

• Current RN license in Georgia required.
• Bachelor's degree or higher strongly preferred.
• Minimum 3 years RN experience; 6+ years preferred.
• Experience in behavioral health, psychiatric, or addiction recovery settings preferred.
• Two years of progressive leadership/management experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight for all nursing services across the facility.
• Recruit, mentor, develop, and retain nursing staff.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and patient safety standards.
• Lead quality improvement and performance initiatives.
• Partner with physicians and multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes.
• Support staffing effectiveness, workforce planning, and employee engagement.
• Foster accountability, teamwork, and clinical excellence.
• Help shape strategic direction of nursing operations and patient care services.

Skills

Leadership

Staff development

Regulatory compliance

Quality improvement

Patient outcomes

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Overview

Director of Nursing (DON) | Blue Ridge Mountain Recovery Center

Ball Ground, GA (Greater Atlanta Area) | Relocation Assistance Available

Lead Recovery. Inspire Teams. Make a Lasting Impact.

This is more than a Director of Nursing role. It's an opportunity to lead a dedicated nursing team at one of Georgia's premier addiction treatment centers while helping patients build the foundation for lasting recovery. Blue Ridge Mountain Recovery Center provides detoxification and residential treatment services for adults in a peaceful, recovery-focused environment situated on 50 scenic acres in the foothills of North Georgia.

We're seeking a passionate nursing leader who thrives on developing people, driving clinical excellence, and creating positive patient outcomes. As Director of Nursing, you'll play a key leadership role within the organization, partnering with facility leadership to strengthen nursing practice, promote employee engagement, and support high-quality patient care.

Why This Role Stands Out

• Opportunity to lead nursing services at a respected addiction treatment facility.
• Visible leadership role with direct access to the CEO and facility leadership team.
• Chance to influence patient outcomes, nursing culture, and staff development.
• Collaborative, mission-driven environment focused on recovery and healing.
• Beautiful 50-acre campus in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
• Support, resources, and advancement opportunities through Acadia Healthcare, the nation's largest stand-alone behavioral healthcare provider.

About Blue Ridge Mountain Recovery Center

Located in Ball Ground, Georgia, just north of Atlanta, Blue Ridge Mountain Recovery Center specializes in treating substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. The facility offers a comprehensive continuum of care including medical detoxification, residential treatment, family programming, continuing care services, and specialized programming for veterans.

Our team is committed to meeting patients where they are in their recovery journey and providing compassionate, evidence-based care that supports long-term success.

What You'll Do

As Director of Nursing, you will:

• Provide leadership and oversight for all nursing services throughout the facility.
• Recruit, mentor, develop, and retain nursing talent.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and patient safety standards.
• Lead quality improvement and performance initiatives.
• Partner with physicians and multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes.
• Support staffing effectiveness, workforce planning, and employee engagement.
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and clinical excellence.
• Help shape the strategic direction of nursing operations and patient care services.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking a leader who:

• Inspires and develops high-performing teams.
• Leads with both accountability and compassion.
• Is passionate about behavioral health, addiction recovery, and patient care.
• Builds strong relationships across departments.
• Thrives in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Embraces continuous improvement and professional development.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Georgia.
• Bachelor's degree or higher strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of Registered Nurse experience required; 6+ years preferred.
• One year of experience in a behavioral health, psychiatric, addiction recovery, or related healthcare environment required.
• Two years of behavioral health nursing experience preferred.
• Two years of progressive leadership or management experience required.
• Prior Director of Nursing, Nurse Manager, or similar nursing leadership experience preferred.

Ready to Lead Change?

If you're ready to make a meaningful impact, elevate nursing practice, and help shape the future of addiction treatment and recovery services, we invite you to apply for this exciting leadership opportunity at Blue Ridge Mountain Recovery Center. Join a team committed to clinical excellence, compassionate care, innovation, and improving lives every day.

We're Committed to Inclusion and Equity

Blue Ridge Mountain Recovery Center is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Your Time Matters to Us

We appreciate your interest in Blue Ridge Mountain Recovery Center and the time you've invested in applying. Every application receives careful consideration. While only candidates whose qualifications most closely align with our current needs may be contacted, we sincerely thank all applicants for considering Blue Ridge Mountain Recovery Center as part of their professional journey.