Director of Nursing (DON)

Company: Cutting Edge Staffing LLC
Location: Wilkes Barre
Posted on: February 19, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Banyan Treatment Centers is seeking an experienced Director of Nursing (RN) to provide clinical and operational leadership for nursing services within our inpatient behavioral health and substance use treatment program. This onsite leadership role focuses on nursing oversight, regulatory compliance, interdisciplinary collaboration, and staff development to ensure safe, effective, and patient-centered care. The Director of Nursing serves as a key clinical leader supporting quality improvement, infection control oversight, and accreditation readiness while fostering a professional, accountable, and compassionate nursing culture. Position Details Reporting To: Executive Director Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM; weekend and after-hours availability required Location: Laurel Run, PA (On-site) Key Responsibilities Nursing Leadership & Operations Provide clinical and administrative leadership for all nursing services in accordance with organizational policies, state licensure requirements, and Joint Commission standards. Supervise, mentor, and evaluate nursing staff to ensure competency, accountability, and adherence to scope-of-practice standards. Manage day-to-day nursing operations, including staffing, scheduling, timekeeping, payroll coordination, and coverage planning. Serve as a clinical resource to nursing, clinical, and ancillary teams to support safe, patient-centered care. Clinical Oversight & Patient Care Collaborate with medical providers and interdisciplinary team members to deliver medically directed, integrated care for patients with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. Ensure timely completion of nursing assessments, ongoing monitoring, and documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR). Oversee medication administration processes, medication error tracking, and remediation activities as needed. Support nursing staff in delivering health education, patient monitoring, and medication self-administration supervision as ordered. Compliance, Quality & Accreditation Maintain compliance with state and federal regulations, DEA requirements, and Joint Commission accreditation standards. Participate in audits, chart reviews, and quality assurance activities to ensure documentation accuracy and regulatory readiness. Lead Infection Control activities, including monthly reporting and performance improvement initiatives. Represent the nursing department during regulatory surveys, state inspections, and Joint Commission audits. Training, Development & Collaboration Lead nursing orientations, competencies, ongoing education, and annual performance evaluations. Develop and implement nursing policies and procedures in collaboration with Executive Leadership and Quality & Compliance. Promote effective communication and collaboration between nursing, clinical, medical, and ancillary departments. Support a professional, respectful, and trauma-informed workplace culture. Qualifications: An active unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Pennsylvania. Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing with ASN required; BSN or MSN preferred. Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible nursing leadership and management experience , demonstrating increasing responsibility for staff supervision, operational oversight, performance management, and departmental outcomes. Minimum of two (2) years of experience in behavioral health and/or mental healthcare settings , with substance use treatment experience strongly preferred. Working knowledge of nursing standards of care for clients with substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. Demonstrated knowledge of accreditation standards, state and federal regulations, healthcare compliance requirements, and patient confidentiality laws. Proven ability to lead, coach, and hold teams accountable in a regulated healthcare environment. Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and documentation skills with a high attention to detail. Ability to balance administrative responsibilities with clinical oversight in a fast-paced inpatient setting. Experience with Kipu EMR systems, preferred. Why Join Banyan Treatment Centers? This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a nationally recognized leader in addiction and mental health care. As our Director of Nursing , you will: Join a mission-driven, Joint Commission–accredited organization with nationwide reach and a strong commitment to ethical, compliant care. Serve as a key clinical leader responsible for nursing excellence, patient safety, and regulatory readiness. Collaborate closely with Executive Leadership, Medical Providers, Quality & Compliance, and interdisciplinary teams to support integrated, high-quality care. Make a direct impact on patient outcomes by leading nursing practice, supporting staff development, and maintaining accreditation standards. Enjoy comprehensive benefits including medical, vision, and dental insurance; whole and term life insurance; short- and long-term disability coverage; a 401(k) with employer match; paid time off and holidays; wellness incentives; and employee assistance and referral programs. Apply Now! Ready to make a lasting difference? Bring your nursing expertise to a mission-driven team and help transform lives at Banyan Treatment Centers. Apply today to join our dedicated, purpose-driven organization. EOE

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