Director of Nursing
erc8585757pathlight53t353
Director of Nursing
erc8585757pathlight53t353· Nursing Ldrshp
About this role
Who We Are
At ERC Pathlight, we’re on a mission to change lives—and we’re looking for people who feel called to do the same.
As one of the nation’s leading treatment providers for eating disorders and mood, anxiety, and trauma-related conditions, we bring innovative, evidence-based, and deeply compassionate care to patients across the country. With multiple locations nationwide and extensive virtual programming, we meet patients exactly where they are and help them move toward lasting recovery.
Founded in 2008 by renowned psychiatrists and psychologists, ERC Pathlight now supports more than 6,000 patients each year. And as the need for world-class mental health care continues to rise, our commitment is stronger than ever: to expand access, elevate the standard of care, and empower every patient to rebuild their life with dignity and hope.
Why Join Us
When you join ERC Pathlight, you become part of a team that shows up every day to make a real difference. You’ll work alongside passionate clinicians, dedicated support staff, and mission-driven leaders who believe in collaboration, growth, and doing the right thing—always.
Here, your work matters. Your ideas matter. You matter.
If you’re energized by purpose, motivated by impact, and ready to help transform the future of mental health treatment, you belong here.
Come build hope. Come save lives. Come grow with us.
What you’ll be doing:Â
Working onsite at Pathlight Mood and Anxiety's adult residential facility in Chicago, IL.
Monday - Friday 8:30 - 5:00 pm, On-call Rotation, Shift Coverage as Needed (weekends and nights)
The Nurse Director (DON) plans, coordinates and supervises the delivery of nursing care within their assigned treatment facilities. The DON is a member of their assigned facility leadership team and participates in and contributes to the overall management of the facility, patient treatment plan reviews, nursing meetings and operational leadership. The DON is the primary communicator between nursing matters at the facility and the Regional DON.Â
Essential duties and responsibilities: Â
- Oversees and directs all nursing and BHC staffing processes as well as performance management of staff to ensure safe staffing models as well as optimal performance at all assigned facilitiesÂ
- Under instruction of the Chief Nursing Officer or Regional Director of Nursing, implements and ensures adoption and understanding of procedures in accordance with Joint Commission and State requirements including infection prevention and control programsÂ
- This is inclusive of adequate tracking of all required training, skill competencies and compliance itemsÂ
- Collaborates with other service line directors (i.e. Pharmacy, Nutrition Services) to ensure compliance with state regulationsÂ
- Assumes responsibility for service recovery, patient experience and monthly nursing metrics as reported to executive leadershipÂ
- Reviews incident reports, provides education and follows through established processesÂ
- Assists/oversees successful onboarding, orientation and training for nursing and support staffÂ
- Trouble-shoots problems/situations that arise on the unitÂ
Must haves:Â
- Active state RN licensure (required)Â
- Maintain BLS and CPR certification (required)Â
- 5+ previous years’ experience in nursing leadership (required)Â
Bonus qualities:Â
- Graduate degree in nursing (preferred)Â
#MATR
The compensation range for this position is based upon candidate experience and market expectations.Â
Illinois Pay Range
$117,000—$135,000 USD
What We OfferÂ
At ERC Pathlight, caring for people is our mission and that begins with caring for our own team. Your well-being matters, and our benefit program is designed to support every part of your life.Â
We offer competitive compensation; comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; generous Paid Time Off; Parental Leave benefits; Retirement benefits; and tuition reimbursement to help you continue growing in your career.Â
We also recognize that mental health is part of every person’s experience. That’s why we strive to create a workplace where you feel supported, seen, and encouraged—personally, professionally, and at home.Â
When you thrive, you can do your best work. And your best work changes lives.Â
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