Director of Nursing

Lead. Inspire. Make a Difference.

Are you an experienced nursing leader with a passion for behavioral health, addiction services, and integrated care? This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing healthcare organization and provide clinical leadership across a diverse network of outpatient programs throughout Arizona.

The Director of Nursing – Outpatient will oversee nursing practice across outpatient behavioral health clinics, SMI clinics, Patient-Centered Medical Homes (PCMH), Opioid Treatment Programs (OTPs), and FACT/ACT teams. This leader will play a key role in maintaining exceptional clinical standards, supporting frontline teams, improving patient outcomes, and ensuring regulatory compliance across multiple locations.

What You’ll Do

• Provide clinical leadership and oversight for nursing practice across multiple outpatient programs and geographically dispersed locations throughout Arizona.
• Provide clinical supervision and support to frontline nursing and medical assistant staff.
• Partner with operational, quality, and compliance leaders to establish and maintain strong clinical standards.
• Drive quality improvement initiatives, clinical outcomes, and performance improvement efforts.
• Ensure appropriate medication management practices and effective med-room operations.
• Serve as the Program Sponsor for Opioid Treatment Programs (OTPs).
• Ensure OTP operations remain compliant with applicable SAMHSA, DEA, Arizona Department of Health Services, and accrediting-body requirements.
• Support ACT/FACT, SMI Clinic, PCMH, and other integrated-care programs.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and clinical guidance to nursing teams.
• Travel frequently throughout Arizona to provide onsite leadership and support.
• Participate in occasional after-hours or weekend visits when needed for urgent staffing or on-call responsibilities.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required from an accredited nursing program.
• MSN, MHA, MPH, or related master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of nursing leadership experience in behavioral health, addiction services, community-based care, or integrated healthcare.
• Experience with Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) regulatory requirements required.
• Strong knowledge of medication management standards and med-room operations.
• Experience with ACT/FACT, SMI Clinics, or PCMH models preferred.
• Experience with Next Gen preferred.
• Current Arizona or Compact RN license in good standing.
• Valid driver's license in good standing.
• Clear 39-month Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
• Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment background check.
• Willingness and ability to travel frequently throughout Arizona.
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – 25% employer-paid
• Disability & Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match – 100% vested upon enrollment
• PTO
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Hospital Indemnity & Critical Illness Coverage
• Pet Insurance
• Dependent Care Savings
• Health Care Savings
• Wellness Programs & Incentives
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligibility through qualifying nonprofit employment
• Additional employee incentives and benefits
• Competitive compensation

Why Join This Team?

This organization is experiencing significant growth and offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact within an integrated behavioral healthcare environment.

You’ll be joining a mission-driven team committed to providing compassionate, patient-centered care to individuals experiencing behavioral health challenges, substance use disorders, homelessness, and other complex needs.

The organization operates 26 locations throughout Arizona
, providing a comprehensive continuum of care that includes outpatient, residential, inpatient, crisis services, medication-assisted treatment, and integrated medical care.

Make an Impact. Grow Your Career.

This is more than a nursing leadership position — it's an opportunity to help shape clinical excellence across a growing behavioral healthcare organization while making a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and communities throughout Arizona.

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