Director of Nursing

Job overview

The Director of Nursing role is onsite in Layton, UT. Compensation is not specified. The director leads the nursing department at White Dove Detox and works with the Executive Director, Medical Director, nurse managers, and interdisciplinary team. The role is accountable for safe, evidence-based nursing care, regulatory readiness, quality outcomes, and effective department operations. It develops nursing leaders and systems while coordinating clinical oversight, staffing, compliance, education, and continuous improvement.

What you'll do

• Lead and develop the nursing department
• supervise day and night nurse managers
• oversee nursing care, assessments, care plans, withdrawal management, medication administration, and patient safety
• maintain regulatory and accreditation readiness
• oversee audits and quality improvement
• coordinate staffing, education, and competencies
• collaborate with clinical and administrative teams
• manage nursing resources and emergency preparedness.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

director of nursing

layton ut

white dove detox

nursing leadership

detox

behavioral health

withdrawal management

patient safety

regulatory compliance

quality improvement

staff development

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

The director maintains ultimate accountability for nursing department performance, compliance, and effectiveness, including oversight of emergency preparedness and risk management.

About the employer

White Dove Detox is hiring for this role. Industry: Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers. Sector: 62.