Director, Nursing

Description

Director of Nursing (Psychiatric Hospital) – Cottonwood Creek Behavioral 
Meridian, Idaho | Full-time | Leadership Opportunity

We’re hiring a Director of Nursing to lead the psychiatric nursing team at our 92-bed inpatient behavioral health hospital in Meridian, ID. This high-impact leadership role is ideal for a compassionate, experienced RN who thrives in mission-driven environments and wants to grow with a national behavioral health organization.

About Cottonwood Creek Behavioral Hospital
Cottonwood Creek Behavioral Hospital is part of Haven Behavioral Healthcare and provides high-quality, compassionate care for individuals struggling with mental health and substance use issues. Our expert treatment teams deliver innovative inpatient services in a supportive environment where ethical standards, collaboration, and clinical excellence are the foundation.

At Cottonwood Creek, we offer:

• A family-like, team-centered environment
• Leader accessibility and strong executive partnership
• Above-market compensation
• Growth potential within a national behavioral health system
• A chance to make an impact on patients, families, and your team every day

About the Role: Director of Nursing
As the Director of Nursing, you will oversee all aspects of the nursing department—leading clinical operations, managing performance, and ensuring exceptional patient outcomes. You’ll also serve as the hospital’s Infection Prevention Officer and play a key role in maintaining regulatory compliance and patient safety.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage all nursing operations and staff development
• Ensure delivery of high-quality care in accordance with all regulatory and accreditation standards
• Serve as the Infection Prevention/Control Officer and oversee related hospital programs
• Participate actively in Performance Improvement and Risk Management programs
• Develop and implement clinical goals, policies, and procedures
• Collaborate closely with hospital leadership to drive excellence in patient care

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited program
• 5+ years of psychiatric nursing experience
• 3+ years in a nursing management, administrative, or DON role
• Active RN license (Idaho or compact license)

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in Nursing (MSN) or related healthcare administration field

Benefits

• Competitive market compensation (above industry average)
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (multiple plan options)
• DailyPay option – access your pay when you need it
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Life insurance, short- and long-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Relocation assistance may be available

Why Join Haven?

When you join Haven Behavioral Healthcare, you join a team dedicated to healing, progress, and hope. This is more than a job—it’s a purpose-driven career with room to grow.

Come grow with us—apply today!