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Director of Nursing

Job in Newark, Essex County, New Jersey, 07175, USA
Listing for: TAG MedStaffing
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-10-17
Job specializations:
  • Nursing
    Director of Nursing, Mental Health Nurse
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 120000 - 170000 USD Yearly USD 120000.00 170000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

On-Call: Phone support as needed; no on-site response required

What You’ll Do:

  • Oversee nursing operations and clinical services across three facilities
  • Supervise approximately 10 nursing staff, including hiring, scheduling, training, and performance management
  • Ensure regulatory compliance, quality improvement, and adherence to clinical policies and procedures
  • Oversee medication procedures, medical records, and patient care concerns
  • Collaborate with Medical Directors, Site Administrators, and corporate leadership
  • Provide clinical nursing support when staffing coverage is needed
  • Travel between facilities and corporate office locations as required

Qualifications:

  • Active New Jersey RN license required
  • BSN required from an accredited nursing program
  • 5–10 years of nursing leadership/supervisory and healthcare administration experience
  • Correctional healthcare or strong behavioral health experience required
  • Residential substance use treatment experience highly preferred
  • Experience with nursing operations, staff management, regulatory compliance, and quality improvement
  • CPR certification required
  • Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
  • Ability to travel between multiple facilities

Benefits Include: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid vacation, sick time, 12+ paid holidays, life/disability insurance, and more!

This is a great opportunity for a nursing leader with a background in correctional healthcare, behavioral health, or residential substance use treatment who enjoys leading teams, improving clinical operations, and ensuring quality care and regulatory compliance.

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