Director of Nursing (DON)

Director Of Nursing (Don) Yellow Rock Behavioral Health

We are currently seeking a Director Of Nursing (Don) to lead our nursing team and ensure clinical excellence during a period of leadership transition. Yellow Rock Behavioral Health located in Springdale, AR, is a 133-bed residential treatment center for children and adolescents (ages 1217) who are working through complex behavioral health challenges. Our team provides structured, evidence-based care designed to help young people heal, grow, and return to their communities with stronger coping skills and support systems.

What would you do in this role?

The Don will be a key member of the team at Yellow Rock Recovery. The Don directs, plans, coordinates, monitors, and supervises nursing and the delivery of behavioral health / nursing services. We are looking for someone that provides a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude.

How will we support you in this role?

Although our hospitals operate independently, you'll never be alone. From the very start, you'll receive support from our Corporate team. You'll work closely with corporate recruiting to help attract the best talent for your facility, and you'll be paired with a Corporate Nurse Leader who will mentor and guide you in your role. For those interested in advancing their careers, we also offer a CEO In-Training program for those who aspire to lead a hospital in the future.

Responsibilities include :

• Leads and oversees the nursing department to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care. Responsible for clinical standards, staff leadership, compliance, and operational efficiency
• Set vision and standards for nursing practice
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to meet patient needs
• Supervise and evaluate nursing staff performance
• Provide clinical leadership and set departmental goals
• Adjust staffing based on census and acuity
• Model excellence in patient safety and customer service
• Develop and maintain nursing policies and procedures
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and quality standards
• Manage departmental budget and operational efficiency
• Lead recruitment, training, and staff development
• Evaluate care quality and team effectiveness
• Support direct care delivery when needed

Required qualifications include :

Please note that this job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities and requirements of the role. Management reserves the right to modify duties as necessary based on business needs, including emergencies, shifts in workload, or technological changes.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable laws.

We truly appreciate your interest in joining our team. While we carefully review every application, we may only reach out to candidates whose experience most closely aligns with the requirements of the role. Thank you for considering us in your job search.