Position Summary
The Nurse Manager oversees the nursing and medical services at Wildwood Recovery Center, ensuring evidence-based clinical care, regulatory compliance, efficient operations, and coordination across multidisciplinary teams. As a leadership role, the Nurse Manager will supervise nursing staff, develop policies and procedures, oversee medication management, support medical/clinical collaboration, drive quality improvement, and maintain the highest standards of client safety and wellness.
Key Responsibilities
1. Nursing Leadership & Staff Supervision
- Supervise and mentor the nursing team, including Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), through scheduling, training, performance evaluations, and ongoing professional development.
- Ensure nursing staff maintain appropriate licensure, certifications, and competency requirements.
- Oversee staffing models and scheduling to ensure adequate 24/7 nursing coverage and safe nurse-to-client ratios.
- Provide leadership and clinical guidance to nursing staff during complex client care situations.
- Promote trauma-informed, recovery-oriented, and culturally responsive care across the nursing team.
- Ensure effective shift handoffs and clear communication between nursing staff and other departments.
2. Clinical Care & Medication Management
- Oversee nursing assessments, health screenings, and care planning for clients receiving residential substance use disorder treatment.
- Ensure nursing documentation, assessments, and care plans comply with Virginia Board of Nursing, DBHDS, Medicaid, and facility standards.
- Oversee medication administration practices, including medication-assisted treatment (MAT) protocols, medication administration records (MAR), and medication reconciliation.
- Ensure safe storage, handling, and disposal of medications, including controlled substances, in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Monitor client physical health conditions, withdrawal symptoms, and co-occurring medical concerns.
- Coordinate with the Medical Director and external medical providers regarding medication changes, treatment plans, and health concerns.
- Respond to nursing emergencies, medical incidents, and transfers of care to higher levels of medical treatment when necessary.
3. Quality Assurance, Safety & Regulatory Compliance
- Ensure nursing operations meet all applicable licensure and regulatory standards including Virginia Board of Nursing, DBHDS, Medicaid, and Joint Commission requirements.
- Develop, implement, and maintain nursing policies, procedures, protocols, and clinical standards of practice.
- Oversee infection control practices, medication safety protocols, and emergency medical response procedures.
- Lead nursing-related quality improvement initiatives and track key metrics including medication errors, adverse events, and health outcomes.
- Review incident reports and adverse events and implement corrective action plans when needed.
- Assist with audits, inspections, accreditation surveys, and regulatory reviews.
4. Coordination, Communication & Program Operations
- Collaborate with the Clinical Director, Medical Director, and executive leadership to integrate nursing operations with overall program goals.
- Work closely with clinical, behavioral health, residential, and case management teams to ensure coordinated client care.
- Communicate effectively with referral sources, external medical providers, pharmacies, and families regarding client health needs when appropriate.
- Monitor nursing supplies, medication inventory, and collaborate with pharmacy partners to ensure cost-effective medication management.
- Support admissions and intake processes by ensuring timely nursing assessments and medical screenings.
- Provide input to leadership regarding operational improvements, program development, and client care needs.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
- Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the Commonwealth of Virginia required.
- CPR/First Aid certification required (or obtained within 30 days of hire).
- Experience in substance use, behavioral health, detox, or psychiatric care strongly preferred.
- Previous supervisory or nursing leadership experience preferred.
- Knowledge of medication-assisted treatment protocols and behavioral health nursing practices preferred.
Skills and Abilities Needed for Success
- Ability to supervise and mentor clinical staff while maintaining professional and ethical standards.
- Strong knowledge of substance use disorder treatment, withdrawal management, and medication-assisted treatment (MAT).
- Ability to lead and supervise nursing staff in a residential behavioral health environment.
- Knowledge of Virginia nursing regulations, DBHDS standards, and healthcare documentation practices.
- Strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills in medical and behavioral health situations.
- Ability to coordinate care across multidisciplinary treatment teams.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Commitment to trauma-informed, person-centered, and recovery-oriented care.
Our Mission
Helping people overcome addiction so each person thrives and builds a healthier, more meaningful life.
Our Values
THRIVES reflects the core values that guide how we serve our clients, support our staff, and shape our culture and standards of care.
- Trust: We do what we say. Consistency builds trust.
- Hospitality: We treat everyone with dignity and respect.
- Responsibility: We own our work and follow through - and we don’t make excuses.
- Integrity: We do the right thing, always.
- Value-Driven Care: We deliver care that truly makes a difference.
- Excellence: We strive to improve every day and we don’t cut corners.
- Safety: We maintain a structured, high quality environment that prioritizes the safety and support of both clients and staff.
Why Work at Wildwood Recovery Center?
- Be part of a supportive team that helps individuals on their journey to recovery and wellness.
- We offer flexible scheduling from some positions and a supportive environment that values the well-being of our employees.
- We are committed to fostering personal and professional growth within our team. Wildwood Recovery Center creates opportunities for employees to take on new responsibilities and grow within the recovery community.
- Wildwood Recovery Center recognizes that relevant experience may substitute for formal education requirements when not required by regulation and/or credentialing.
What You Can Expect from Us
At Wildwood Recovery Center, our THRIVES values guide how we support our team and operate every day. We are committed to:
- Providing the tools, training, and leadership support you need to succeed and grow in your role.
- Operating a reliable, well-structured program that promotes quality care, stability, and long-term success.
- Recognizing and rewarding meaningful contributions while prioritizing internal advancement based on merit and performance.
- Maintaining open communication and a respectful, psychologically safe workplace grounded in trust, excellence, accountability, compassion, hospitality, and safety.
What We Expect from You
As an employee at Wildwood Recovery Center, you are expected to:
- Execute your responsibilities accurately, efficiently, and with a strong sense of ownership.
- Collaborate professionally with colleagues and leadership to strengthen team performance and culture.
- Treat clients, families, and team members with dignity, respect, and professionalism at all times.
- Actively support a safe, structured, recovery-focused environment where both clients and staff can thrive.
About Wildwood Recovery Center
Wildwood Recovery Center is a compassionate, client-centered treatment facility located in Clintwood, Virginia that is dedicated to helping individuals reclaim their lives from substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. We believe that recovery is possible for everyone and are committed to providing evidence-based care, education, and peer-driven support in a safe and nurturing environment. Our multidisciplinary team works collaboratively to foster healing, growth, and long-term wellness through personalized treatment and community connection.
Pay: $75,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
License/Certification:
Work Location: In person
