Director of Nursing- Franklin, Kentucky

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Director of Nursing – Franklin, Kentucky

Quadrant Health Group provides effective, evidence-based addiction treatment that leads to long-term recovery.

Director of Nursing

Location: Franklin, Kentucky

Compensation: $95,000–$130,000 annually (Based on experience)

Position Type: Full-Time

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off, sick leave, and company holidays.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• Supportive, collaborative work environment.
• Opportunity to make a lasting impact in the lives of individuals recovering from substance use disorders.

Are you a passionate and experienced nursing leader looking to make a meaningful impact?

Wellness Ranch, a proud member of Quadrant Health Group, is seeking an experienced and compassionate Director of Nursing (DON) to lead nursing operations at our residential addiction treatment facility in Franklin, Kentucky.

This leadership role oversees the nursing department and medical services, ensuring the safe, effective, and compliant delivery of healthcare in a residential substance use disorder treatment setting. The Director of Nursing partners closely with the Executive Director, Medical Director, and clinical leadership to ensure exceptional patient care, operational excellence, and regulatory compliance.

The Director of Nursing is responsible for the overall leadership and management of nursing services, including medication management, staff supervision, infection prevention, quality improvement, medical documentation, and regulatory compliance.

This position ensures compliance with:

• Kentucky Board of Nursing standards
• Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS) and Department for Behavioral Health, Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities (DBHDID) licensing requirements
• Kentucky Administrative Regulations (908 KAR) governing residential alcohol and other drug treatment entities
• Federal regulations, including HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2
• Joint Commission and/or CARF accreditation standards, as applicable

• Direct, supervise, and mentor all nursing staff, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs).
• Oversee safe medication management, including storage, administration, reconciliation, inventory, and disposal.
• Ensure timely, accurate, and compliant nursing documentation.
• Conduct and oversee comprehensive nursing assessments in collaboration with providers and the interdisciplinary treatment team.
• Monitor detoxification protocols, withdrawal management, and psychiatric medication administration as appropriate.
• Ensure nursing care is evidence-based, patient-centered, and aligned with organizational policies.

• Maintain compliance with Kentucky CHFS/DBHDID licensing requirements and applicable Kentucky Administrative Regulations.
• Lead preparation for state inspections, regulatory surveys, and accreditation reviews.
• Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives.
• Develop, implement, and monitor infection prevention and control programs.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, OSHA, and other applicable healthcare regulations.

• Recruit, onboard, supervise, coach, and evaluate nursing personnel.
• Develop ongoing clinical education and competency programs.
• Provide training related to:
  • Medication administration and safety
  • Vital signs and patient monitoring
  • Recognition of medical and psychiatric emergencies
  • Infection prevention
  • Emergency response procedures
• Foster a collaborative, respectful, and team-oriented culture.
• Educate patients regarding medications, wellness, health maintenance, and recovery support.

• Coordinate care with physicians, nurse practitioners, pharmacies, laboratories, hospitals, and outside healthcare providers.
• Participate in crisis intervention and emergency response planning.
• Collaborate with clinical and operational leadership to ensure continuity of care throughout the treatment…