Pediatric Behavioral Health Nursing Director | Flexible Hours

Perimeter Healthcare; Forrest City (AR); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Perimeter Behavioral of Forrest City, Arkansas is seeking a Director of Nursing to lead our nursing and milieu services for youth in a residential behavioral health setting. You will guide clinical care, oversee staffing, and ensure Joint Commission standards while advancing quality and patient safety.

This full-time leadership role requires strong clinical expertise, crisis management, and a collaborative approach with interdisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Graduate nursing degree and active RN licensure in Arkansas.
• Current CPR certification required; Master's degree preferred.
• Experience leading nursing in behavioral health settings is expected.
• Familiarity with Joint Commission accreditation processes.

Responsibilities

• Direct nursing services aligning with psychiatric best practices.
• Develop and implement quality improvement initiatives.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and safety standards.
• Oversee infection control and patient safety measures.
• Provide clinical consultation across departments.
• Recruit, train, and mentor nursing staff; manage budgets.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Written communication

Crisis management

Budget management

Healthcare regulations

Cultural competency

Education

Graduate nursing degree

Arkansas RN or multi-state license

CPR certification

Master's in nursing/healthcare

Job description

Perimeter Behavioral of Forrest City, Arkansas is seeking a Director of Nursing to lead our nursing and milieu services for youth in a residential behavioral health setting. You will guide clinical care, oversee staffing, and ensure Joint Commission standards while advancing quality and patient safety.

This full-time leadership role requires strong clinical expertise, crisis management, and a collaborative approach with interdisciplinary teams.