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NavitasPartners

Director of Nursing (DON) - Behavioral Health - DONKP#02

NavitasPartners, Valley Stream, New York, United States, 11580

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Job Title:

Director of Nursing (DON) – Behavioral Health

Qualifications, skills, and all relevant experience needed for this role can be found in the full description below. Location:

Brooklyn, NY 11206 Job Type:

Contract Compensation

Local Rate:

$90–$97/hour (approximately $3,637.50/week)

Travel Rate:

$3,959.50/week

Schedule

40 hours per week

8-hour shifts, Monday through Friday

Approved agency public holidays not included

Position Overview

"Navitas Healthcare, LLC" is seeking an experienced and results-driven

Director of Nursing (DON)

to lead and support the Behavioral Health department at a healthcare facility in

Brooklyn, NY.

This leadership role is responsible for driving quality improvement initiatives, ensuring regulatory compliance, and overseeing the delivery of safe, high-quality, patient-centered care within a behavioral health environment. The ideal candidate will bring strong clinical expertise, proven leadership capabilities, and a commitment to excellence in behavioral health nursing services. Key Responsibilities

Plan, develop, and implement initiatives to improve patient care outcomes and nursing staff performance.

Monitor, analyze, and evaluate patient care performance metrics in collaboration with nursing leadership.

Conduct unit assessments and implement corrective action plans to address identified gaps.

Develop, maintain, and oversee documentation and tracking systems related to medication errors and staff counseling.

Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory, accreditation, and organizational standards.

Provide leadership, mentorship, and ongoing guidance to nursing staff within the Behavioral Health department.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program.

Minimum of 7 years of nursing experience, including at least 5 years in a supervisory or leadership role.

Active Registered Nurse (RN) license with Primary Source Verification through the New York State Department of Education (NYSED).

Current BLS certification.

Demonstrated experience working in a Behavioral Health setting.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in Nursing or a related field.

For more details contact at or Call / Text at

516-862-1169. About

Navitas Healthcare, LLC

certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. xmvmafu You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.