Director of Nursing Services

Mountainside; Connecticut; Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) with employer matching

Free meals on campus

Wellness reimbursement

Job summary

Mountainside Treatment Center in Canaan, CT is seeking an experienced Director of Nursing Services to lead our 19-bed detox unit and 75-bed residential program, partnering with the Medical Director to ensure high-quality, compliant patient care. Schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.

This leadership role oversees nursing staffing, policy development, and quality improvement initiatives while fostering professional growth among staff and ensuring alignment with regulatory

Qualifications

• Leadership of nursing across detox and residential programs.
• Ensure safety, quality, and patient-centered care.
• Oversee staffing, scheduling, and staff development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise all nursing services across detox and residential programs to ensure safe, high-quality, patient-centered care
• Oversee nursing staffing, scheduling, recruitment, and staff development
• Maintain compliance with state, federal, and accrediting agency requirements
• Lead quality improvement and patient safety initiatives
• Develop and implement nursing policies, procedures, and clinical protocols
• Collaborate with medical, clinical, and operational leadership to optimize patient outcomes
• Provide coaching, mentorship, and professional development for nursing staff

Skills

Nursing leadership

Staff development

Regulatory compliance

Quality improvement

Communication skills

Education

BSN/MSN preferred

Job description

Description

Director of Nursing Services

Canaan, CT

Join a mission-driven team transforming the lives of individuals recovering from substance use disorders.

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Director of Nursing Services to lead nursing services for our 19-bed medically monitored detoxification unit and 75-bed residential treatment program. This leadership role provides oversight of all nursing services while partnering closely with the Medical Director and Director of Detox Operations to ensure exceptional patient care and regulatory compliance.

Schedule

Monday - Friday: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Your Role

• Lead and supervise all nursing services across detox and residential programs to ensure safe, high-quality, patient-centered care
• Oversee nursing staffing, scheduling, recruitment, and staff development
• Maintain compliance with state, federal, and accrediting agency requirements
• Lead quality improvement and patient safety initiatives
• Develop and implement nursing policies, procedures, and clinical protocols
• Collaborate with medical, clinical, and operational leadership to optimize patient outcomes
• Provide coaching, mentorship, and professional development for nursing staff

Qualifications

• Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Connecticut or licensed in a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state with eligibility to practice in Connecticut, required
• BSN and/or MSN preferred
• Minimum 3 years of progressive nursing leadership experience required
• Minimum 1 year experience in substance use disorder treatment, behavioral health, and/or detoxification services, required
• Demonstrated success in staff leadership, regulatory compliance, and quality improvementrequired
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills required

Compensation

The salary for this position is $130,000 - $140,000 annually based on qualifications. Actual compensation is determined by job-related factors including skills, education, training, certifications, experience, scope of responsibilities, performance, and geographic location.

Benefits

• Professional Development Opportunities
• Comprehensive benefit package
• Paid Time Off (which increases after 1 year with Mountainside)
• Paid holidays including a Multicultural Holiday
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Free meals while working on the Canaan campus
• Monthly $75.00 wellness reimbursement. Our Wellness Reimbursement benefit is meant to encourage employees to engage in productive self-care to avoid burnout and compassion fatigue.

About Mountainside

Mountainside Treatment Center is a dynamic, fast-paced, and growing recovery facility that values innovation and an obsession with providing Best-in-Class service to our Clients. Founded in 1998, we are a leading behavioral healthcare provider dedicated to treating alcohol dependency and drug addiction. Accredited by The Joint Commission and CARF for its high standards of care, Mountainside seeks out passionate and talented individuals to join its staff. We believe that every employee, regardless of position, plays a vital role in our success.

Health & Vaccination Policy

Here at Mountainside Treatment Center, we strongly prefer all employees to be fully vaccinated for Covid-19 (including regularly scheduled boosters) and the Flu as recommended by the CDC.

Equal Opportunity

Mountainside is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.