Director of Nursing (DON) - Behavioral Health - DONKP

Job Title: Director of Nursing (DON) – Behavioral Health

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.

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 [email protected] 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. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.