Lead Nurse
Job in
Merrillville, Lake County, Indiana, 46410, USA
Listed on 2026-08-29
Listing for:
Pinnacle Treatment Centers
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-08-29
Job specializations:
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Nursing
Nursing Home, Mental Health Nurse, Director of Nursing, Healthcare Nursing
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Lead Nurse
We offer competitive salaries, full benefits package, Paid Time Off, and opportunities for professional growth.
As a Lead Nurse, you are responsible for assisting the Director of Nursing in planning, implementing, and managing certain aspects of the nursing department under the direction of the Director of Nursing.
Benefits:
- 18 days PTO (Paid Time Off)
- 401k with company match
- Company sponsored ongoing training and certification opportunities.
- Full comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short term disability, long term disability and accident insurance.
- Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery Loan Repayment Program (STAR LRP)
- Discounted tuition and scholarships through Capella University.
Requirements:
- Licensed Practical Nurse in the state of employment in good standing
- Minimum of 2 years related nursing practice
- Valid driver's license in good standing
- Ability to travel locally as needed.
Preferred:
- Registered Nurse in good standing
- Two (2) years of leadership experience
Responsibilities:
- Assist the DON with orientation, annual training curriculum and other team education.
- Attend the weekly treatment team.
- Under DON's direction, help develop the schedule for the nursing team to ensure all shifts are covered. Provide coverage when necessary.
- Provide oversight of inventory, ordering, and receiving medical supplies.
- Maintain compliance with regulations governing alcohol and other drug entities of accrediting bodies by monitoring operations under the direction of the DON.
- Participate in nursing training and policy compliance.
- Complete all training in a timely manner
- Work with leadership team on state and CARF readiness/surveys and preparation under the direction of the DON.
- Ensure the treatment plan of the provider or medical director is being followed.
- Other duties as assigned.
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