Onsite Lead Nurse Administrator - Behavioral Health

Center For Discovery; California (MO); On-site; USD 107,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Center For Discovery in Del Mar, CA is seeking a Nurse Administrator to supervise nursing staff, coordinate patient care, and align clinical operations with organizational goals.

The role partners with the Medical Director to ensure safe, compliant, and high-quality care across all units, overseeing admissions, medication management, documentation, and performance improvement initiatives. Full-time on-site position with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an approved nursing program with current state licensure.
• Current state RN licensure required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• CPI certification within 90 days of hire.
• ServSafe certification within 30 days of hire.
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Oversees nursing operations to align with the organization’s mission, vision, core values, and priorities.
• Performs face-to-face evaluations for admissions, collaborating with medical/psychiatric providers.
• Supports admission process with safety-focused interventions.
• Completes comprehensive nursing assessments and oversees medical admissions.
• Develops Nursing Care Plans to guide patient-centered care.
• Responds to medical concerns, performs first aid, and manages physician notification.
• Performs vital signs, tests, blood draws, and 24/7 on-call coverage.
• Maintains a safe, organized environment in compliance with state and regulatory standards.
• Maintains knowledge of policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.
• Position involves overseeing documentation, compliance, and HR-related processes.
• Leads supervision, coaching, and performance improvements for nursing staff.
• Ensures staffing coverage and productivity; participates in leadership meetings and risk-reduction strategies.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Staff supervision

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Clinical documentation

Admissions coordination

Education

Nursing degree (RN/BSN/MSN)

RN licensure

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

CPI certification within 90 days

ServSafe certification within 30 days

Driver's license

Job description

Center For Discovery in Del Mar, CA is seeking a Nurse Administrator to supervise nursing staff, coordinate patient care, and align clinical operations with organizational goals.

The role partners with the Medical Director to ensure safe, compliant, and high-quality care across all units, overseeing admissions, medication management, documentation, and performance improvement initiatives. Full-time on-site position with competitive compensation.