About this opportunity
Embark Behavioral Health lists this Director of Nursing opportunity in ozark, Missouri. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Overview
Location: 130 Calo Lane, Lake Ozark, MOSalary: $95,000 - $105,000 per yearSchedule: Full-Time | On-Site | M-F 8-5, Flexible Based on Program Needs
Lead Healthcare Services That Transform Lives
Calo Programs is seeking a Director of Nursing to lead and elevate healthcare services across our nationally recognized trauma-informed residential treatment programs in Lake Ozark, Missouri.
This role serves as the clinical nursing leader responsible for guiding nursing operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, supporting a high-performing team, and delivering exceptional healthcare services to adolescents healing from developmental trauma. You'll work alongside executive leadership, psychiatry, clinical teams, and residential staff to create an environment where students can thrive physically, emotionally, and relationally.
This opportunity is ideal for a collaborative healthcare leader who combines strong clinical expertise, emotional intelligence, operational excellence, and a passion for improving outcomes for young people and families.
Why Calo Programs?
Calo Programs is a leader in developmental trauma treatment and relational healing. Our proprietary treatment model combines neuroscience, attachment research, and trauma-informed care to help adolescents and families create meaningful, lasting change. As Director of Nursing, you will play a critical role in ensuring students receive safe, compassionate, and integrated healthcare services throughout their treatment journey.
Make a Meaningful Difference
At Calo Programs, your leadership impacts lives every day. If you're a nursing leader seeking meaningful work, a strong team culture, and the opportunity to shape healthcare services within an innovative trauma-informed treatment environment, we'd love to connect with you.
Responsibilities
Lead Nursing Operations
Direct daily nursing and health services operations across the program
Coach, develop, and support nursing team members
Create staffing schedules and ensure appropriate nursing coverage
Partner with leadership to recruit, onboard, and retain nursing talent
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and clinical excellence
Ensure Safe, High-Quality Care
Oversee medication management systems and nursing protocols
Ensure students' healthcare needs are addressed safely and promptly
Monitor infection prevention practices and health services procedures
Review audits, documentation, medical records, and compliance standards
Support health education initiatives and wellness programming
Collaborate Across the Organization
Partner with psychiatry, therapy, residential, and executive teams
Communicate effectively with parents, guardians, and healthcare providers
Participate in leadership meetings and organizational planning
Help create integrated treatment approaches that support whole-person healing
Ensure effective communication regarding student health needs and medical services
Drive Compliance & Continuous Improvement
Maintain compliance with Joint Commission standards and state regulations
Develop, evaluate, and improve nursing policies and procedures
Monitor healthcare budgets, supplies, equipment, and vendor relationships
Lead quality improvement initiatives and healthcare audits
Support data-informed decision-making and operational excellence
Qualifications
Leadership Competencies
Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop healthcare teams
Strong relationship-building and communication skills
High emotional intelligence and servant leadership mindset
Sound judgment and effective decision-making abilities
Ability to navigate change, complexity, and competing priorities
Commitment to continuous improvement and organizational excellence
Clinical Qualifications
Current Registered Nurse (RN) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) license eligible to practice in Missouri
Bachelor's degree or higher in Nursing or related healthcare field
Minimum 5 years of nursing experience
Minimum 3 years of leadership or management experience
Knowledge of healthcare regulations, accreditation standards, infection prevention, and medication management
Experience working in behavioral health, adolescent health, residential treatment, or similar healthcare settings preferred
Additional Requirements
Ability to successfully pass background screenings
Valid driver's license
Ability to meet physical requirements associated with supporting a residential treatment environment
Who Thrives Here?
Our most successful leaders are:
Purpose-driven and passionate about helping young people heal
Collaborative partners who build trust across teams
Adaptable leaders who remain calm under pressure
Strategic thinkers who can also execute day-to-day operations
Curious learners committed to personal and professional growth
Advocates for quality care, staff development, and positive outcomes
Benefits
Comprehensive Benefit Program that includes medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, voluntary life and AD&D insurance, long-term disability, 401K with company matching, PTO, and paid parental leave.
Robust (EAP) Employee Assistance Program.
Proven Positive Outcomes : You’ll have the satisfaction of knowing that your work is making a tangible difference in young adults and adolescents lives.
Holistic Family Approach: Embark recognizes the importance of treating families which is crucial for sustained recovery and well-being for teens.
CALO is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to enriching the therapeutic and healing experience we offer through the diversity of our employees and community. We actively seek to recruit and support a broadly diverse staff who contribute to our excellence, diversity of viewpoints and experiences, and relevance in a global society.
CALO does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable laws.
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Worksite address
ozark, MO, 65721, US
Who can apply
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