Assistant Director of Nursing

BriteLife Recovery Hilton Head Island, SC, US

Assistant Director of Nursing

Do you work for a company that no longer aligns with your core values?

Have you dreamt of working in a “true” team environment, where collaborating and working together for the greater good of the company are the expectation?

Are you tired of giving 100% everyday, only to feel undervalued and unappreciated?

If so, YOU DESERVE BETTER… and our families and our patients deserve better!

We’re on a mission to bring together the best, most talented and caring, authentic individuals to create a world-class mission-centered behavioral health organization, focused on doing it the right way...

If you really want to make a difference in addiction treatment and be a happier, healthier version of yourself, we’d love to align with you!

BriteLife Recovery strives to be the preeminent provider for those living with substance use and co-occurring disorders. Our mission is to create the strongest foundation possible, built on empathy, safety and trust, in a picturesque environment, for our clients and their families to begin the healing process. BriteLife is currently open in Hanover, PA, Hilton Head Island, SC, and West Kill, NY.

What we provide you!!

Comprehensive Benefits Package: Enjoy a fully sponsored Health plan through APA with Cigna Network, ensuring your health needs are met with ease and quality.
Additional Insurance Coverage: Access dental/vision insurance, accident insurance, short-term disability insurance, critical illness insurance, cancer insurance, and life insurance for comprehensive protection.
Generous Leave Policy: Benefit from 40 hours of sick time and 80 hours of vacation annually, supporting your work-life balance and well-being.
Holiday Benefits: Salaried employees receive 9 paid holidays, while hourly workers earn time and a half for holidays worked.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Gain access to emotional and work-life counseling, financial guidance, legal resources, and health and benefit services through our comprehensive EAP.
Shift Differential: Receive additional compensation for your dedication with our shift differential program.
Staff Development: Engage in our solid staff development program, fostering continuous growth and skill enhancement.
Supportive Environment: Thrive in a great working environment that encourages collaboration, creativity, and mutual support.
Career Growth: Explore endless growth opportunities and the chance to make a positive impact not only in our clients' lives but also in the recovery community.
Continual Education: Tuition reimbursement opportunities.
And More: Discover even more benefits and perks that make BriteLife Recovery a rewarding place to work.

What you will be doing?

The Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) at Britelife Recovery plays a pivotal role in supporting the Director of Nursing and overseeing the nursing department's operations. The ADON ensures that clients receive high-quality, compassionate care tailored to their needs, working closely with the multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive treatment. The ADON will aid in supervising nursing staff, contribute to clinical/nursing practices and ensure compliance with regulations. The ADON will be involved with the development of the day-to-day schedule, coordinating availability, and overseeing competency assessments. This position may also provide collateral information to assist the Director of Nursing when completing performance evaluations.

What tasks are required?

Full Time - 40 hours; Must have touch points with overnight shifts and weekends 2x weekly in both Bluffton, SC and Hilton Head Island, SC.
Supervise and coordinate the nursing staff in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.
Assist in the development, implementation, and review of client records.
Monitor and assess the effectiveness of care provided to clients, and addressing client concerns.
Ensure necessary information is captured as it relates to client care and medications.
Respond to client crises and coordinate interventions with a multidisciplinary team.
Assist in interviewing, training, and mentoring nursing staff, ensuring they are equipped with knowledge about substance use and addiction treatment.
Assist in performance evaluations with collateral information and provide constructive feedback to nursing staff.
Facilitate continuing education and professional development opportunities for nursing staff.
Ensure the nursing department adheres to state and federal regulations, including those specific to substance use treatment and mental health care.
Assist in maintaining accreditation standards and implementing quality improvement initiatives.
Document patient care accurately and maintain proper health records in compliance with HIPAA and other regulatory requirements.
Collaborate with the multidisciplinary treatment team (including medical, therapists, and other departments).
Participate in case reviews, treatment planning meetings, and other clinical discussions.
Act as a liaison between nursing staff and administration, ensuring smooth communication and coordination of care.
Special projects and on-call procedures as assigned.
Advocate for the needs of patients, providing a safe and supportive environment for recovery.
Address patient concerns regarding care, working toward resolution in a timely and professional manner.
Help promote client engagement in treatment when appropriate, offering guidance and education about medications, addiction and recovery.

What we need from you?

Registered Nurse (RN) with a current and valid license in the state of practice.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with adequate experience.
Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience in nursing, preferably in addiction treatment or behavioral health.
Experience working in a substance use treatment setting is strongly preferred.
Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and decision-making abilities.
In-depth understanding of substance use disorders, evidence-based treatment approaches, and recovery principles.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to lead, motivate, and develop a diverse nursing team.
Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements in healthcare and addiction treatment settings.
Certification in addiction nursing or related field is a plus (e.g., CARN – Certified Addiction Registered Nurse) preferred.
Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications required.
Ability to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods.
Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs. occasionally.
Ability to manage stressful situations with calm and professionalism.
The ADON will work in a fast-paced treatment facility with patients who may have a history of substance abuse, mental health issues, and medical conditions.
The role may require evening, weekend, or on-call hours to ensure continuous care.

EEO Statement

All BLR subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. BLR subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

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