Nurse Manager

About the job Nurse Manager Nurse Manager (LVN/RN) - Substance Use DisorderMedical Detox & Residential Treatment Center - California (On-Site)Overview Our primary substance use disorder treatment center is seeking a licensed California Registered Nurse (RN) or LVN to lead nursing operations as Nurse Manager across medical detox and residential levels of care. This role ensures patient safety, clinical excellence, staff competency, and regulatory compliance in a high-acuity inpatient treatment environment. Key ResponsibilitiesNursing Leadership & Staff Development Supervise, train, and develop RNs, LVNs/LPNs, and Client Care Techs/CNAs Create and manage staffing schedules to maintain safe clinical ratios Conduct competency evaluations, clinical coaching, and performance oversight Lead ongoing training on withdrawal care, medications, and emergency response Promote a trauma-informed, recovery-focused, and patient-centered culture Clinical Oversight Oversee nursing care delivery across Detox + Residential Ensure accurate and timely medication administration, monitoring, and withdrawal management Maintain emergency and escalation protocols for high-acuity clients Ensure medical clearance, intake screenings, and nursing documentation meet standards Review, validate, and approve nursing clinical documentation Compliance & Quality Assurance Maintain survey-readiness for Joint Commission (JCAHO) or CARF, if applicable Ensure compliance with California DHCS, Title 9, and withdrawal management regulations Oversee medication storage, controlled-substance counts, disposal, and documentation audits Lead internal chart audits for nursing accuracy and risk mitigation Update and maintain nursing policies, procedures, and regulatory alignment Provide clinical collaboration with Utilization Review and Admissions for acuity and medical-clearance decisions Interdisciplinary Collaboration Partner with the Medical Director, Clinical Director, and Executive Leadership Support admissions by ensuring timely nursing screenings and intake approvals Maintain medical supply inventory and ordering oversight Communicate clinical needs effectively across departments QualificationsRequired Active California LVN/RN License (in good standing) Minimum 2+ years nursing leadership experience (Charge Nurse, Supervisor, or higher) Experience in medical detox, residential SUD, or inpatient behavioral health Strong knowledge of: Withdrawal management and detox protocols Psychotropic, SUD, and detox medications ASAM levels of care for inpatient treatment Ability to work on-site at a treatment facility in California Valid drivers license Preferred Familiarity with KIPU EMR or similar clinical systems Experience in accredited treatment centers (Joint Commission/CARF audit or survey support) IV and phlebotomy skills a plus Skills & Competencies Strong clinical judgment in high-acuity withdrawal care Documentation oversight and audit-readiness mindset Staff training, coaching, and process improvement Calm, decisive leadership in medical and crisis situations Excellent interdisciplinary communication Recovery-aligned, patient-focused leadership approach Schedule Full-time, on-site

Created: 2026-03-04