Nursing Director, Adolescent Residential Care

Justice Resource Institute Inc; Tewksbury (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bilingual bonus

License reimbursement

Blue Cross/Delta Dental

401K match

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Justice Resource Institute Inc. seeks a Director of Nursing to lead the Merrimack Center's nursing department and to oversee clinical and administrative operations for adolescents in an intensive residential program.

The RN in this role will supervise staff, manage schedules, ensure DMH licensing standards, and coordinate care with guardians and external providers. Weekend/evening/on-call responsibilities apply; bilingual skills are valued.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts RN license
• DMH licensed and Joint Commission accredited
• Residential/mental health program experience preferred; adolescent population experience preferred
• Background and driving record checks required
• Weekend and evening hours and on-call responsibilities as needed
• Organized and detail-oriented; able to work independently

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight and development of systems and functioning of the nursing department
• Lead a team to perform administrative nursing functions including supervision, audits, appointments, paperwork, and communication with guardians and outpatient providers
• Assist students and families in navigating medical needs and developing skills for aftercare

Skills

Nursing leadership

Nursing management

Team leadership

Organized

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Registered Nurse

Driver's License

Job description

Justice Resource Institute Inc. seeks a Director of Nursing to lead the Merrimack Center's nursing department and to oversee clinical and administrative operations for adolescents in an intensive residential program.

The RN in this role will supervise staff, manage schedules, ensure DMH licensing standards, and coordinate care with guardians and external providers. Weekend/evening/on-call responsibilities apply; bilingual skills are valued.