Director of Nursing — Multi-Site Clinical Leader (CT)

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

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.