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Job description
Regional Nurse Director - Jefferson County
Department: FQHC Psychiatry
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Festus - Truman Boulevard
Description
Lead nursing teams that expand access to compassionate behavioral healthcare across rural communities.
The Regional Nurse Director of Jefferson County provides clinical leadership and operational oversight for outpatient medication clinics across an assigned region. This role supports nursing teams, strengthens collaboration across behavioral health programs, and helps ensure high-quality, person-centered care for the individuals and communities we serve. Working closely with program and residential leaders, the Regional Nurse Director plays an important role in advancing clinical excellence, supporting staff development, and promoting wellness throughout the organization.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys leading multidisciplinary teams, building strong clinical operations, and making a meaningful impact in community-based behavioral healthcare.
Key Responsibilities
Provide leadership, guidance, and support to outpatient nursing teams across multiple locations
Collaborate with program leadership to coordinate integrated, person-centered care services
Support staffing, workflow coordination, and day-to-day medication clinic operations
Ensure safe medication management and compliance with organizational, CLIA, OSHA, and nursing standards
Serve as a clinical resource and consultant to staff and interdisciplinary teams
Support quality improvement initiatives, regulatory readiness, and accurate clinical documentation
Supervise nursing staff performance, scheduling, and professional development
Maintain a safe, organized, and supportive clinical environment
Requirements, Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Associate degree in nursing required
Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred
Work Experience/Training/Additional Requirements:
At least one (1) year of management experience preferred
Experience in mental health preferred
Licensure/Certification:
Registered Nurse, licensed in Missouri required
You’ll be a great fit for this role if you:
Are passionate about supporting accessible behavioral healthcare in rural communities
Enjoy mentoring and developing nursing staff in a collaborative environment
Thrive in leadership roles that balance clinical care, operations, and relationship-building
Value teamwork, communication, and compassionate, person-centered care
Are organized, adaptable, and motivated by opportunities to improve clinical processes and outcomes
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Worksite address
festus, MO, 63028, US
Who can apply
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