Assistant Director of Nursing; ADON

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

Charlotte, NC (Hybrid) | Full-Time | Nursing Leadership | Behavioral Health & Substance Use Treatment

Lead Nursing Operations. Drive Growth. Change Lives.

Are you a nursing leader who thrives on building teams, improving processes, and creating exceptional patient care environments?

McLeod Centers for Wellbeing is seeking an Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) to help lead nursing operations across a growing network of outpatient and residential treatment programs. This is a unique opportunity to partner directly with executive nursing leadership while helping shape the future of addiction medicine and behavioral healthcare in North Carolina.

As a key member of the clinical leadership team, you will help oversee nursing operations, mentor nurse leaders, support regulatory compliance, drive quality initiatives, and contribute to strategic growth efforts across multiple locations. This role offers the opportunity to make a direct impact on patient outcomes while building and developing high-performing clinical teams.

• Hybrid work flexibility
• Leadership role with multi-site impact
• Opportunity to mentor Nurse Managers and clinical teams
• Growing organization with expansion initiatives underway
• Mission-driven culture focused on recovery and community impact
• Strong emphasis on professional development and leadership growth
• Collaborative executive leadership team
• Purpose-driven work that changes lives every day

Partner with the Director of Nursing to oversee nursing operations across the organization.

Provide leadership and support to Nurse Managers, Registered Nurses, and Licensed Practical Nurses.

Assist with recruitment, onboarding, retention, and development of nursing staff.

Drive quality improvement initiatives and monitor patient outcomes.

Support regulatory compliance, accreditation readiness, and audit preparedness.

Develop and maintain nursing policies, procedures, and clinical best practices.

Provide clinical coaching and education related to addiction medicine, behavioral health, and patient safety.

Partner with operational and clinical leaders to support organizational growth and program expansion.

• Active North Carolina RN license or Compact RN license.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.
• Nursing management experience required.
• Proven leadership, coaching, and team development skills.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.

• Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN).
• Experience with in addiction medicine, substance use treatment, behavioral health, or medication-assisted treatment programs.
• Experience supporting multi-site healthcare operations.
• Experience with regulatory readiness, accreditation, and quality improvement initiatives.

This role supports nursing operations across multiple locations and service lines, including outpatient medication-assisted treatment programs and residential treatment services. The organization continues to expand services in North Carolina, creating opportunities for leaders who enjoy building programs, supporting growth, and developing future nursing leaders.

This position is expected to provide leadership visibility across locations and occasionally travel between sites as needed.

This is a full-time leadership position offering hybrid work flexibility
. While most responsibilities are performed during standard business hours, nursing leadership may occasionally provide support during early morning operations, special projects, or critical organizational initiatives. Flexibility is offered to support work-life balance while ensuring operational excellence.

McLeod Centers for Wellbeing is committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care for individuals impacted by substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. Our team is driven by a shared commitment to recovery, community impact, innovation, and professional growth.

If you're looking for an opportunity to influence strategy, develop nursing leaders, support organizational growth, and make a meaningful impact on patient lives, we'd love to connect.