Hospital Administrator / Director of Nursing

Hospital Administrator / Director of Nursing - Behavioral Health
Full-Time | Center for Behavioral Health - Maryland Heights

Join our mission to transform geriatric behavioral health care in the greater St.

Louis area.

Our new, state-of-the-art inpatient facility specializes in treating older adults with cognitive and psychiatric disorders including dementia, stroke-related conditions, and mood disorders.

We're seeking a skilled and compassionate leader to serve as Hospital Administrator and Director of Nursing (DON).

This dual-role position combines operational oversight with clinical leadership, making it ideal for a healthcare professional with strong management experience and a passion for behavioral health.
Key Responsibilities Administrative Leadership:


* Oversee daily hospital operations, staffing, and regulatory compliance.


* Manage budget, facility operations, and partner agreements.


* Lead community outreach, program development, and strategic planning.

Clinical Leadership:


* Direct nursing services, ensuring high-quality, evidence-based care.


* Oversee nurse staffing, education, and performance.


* Foster a culture of safety, teamwork, and patient-centered care.

Qualifications


* Master's Degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, Behavioral Health, or related field.


* Active RN license in Missouri (or ability to obtain).


* 3-5 years of leadership experience in behavioral health or geriatric care.


* Strong skills in clinical operations, staff management, and regulatory compliance.

What We Offer


* Small hospital with big impact


* Generous benefits, PTO, and 401(k) match


* Supportive, mission-driven environment


* A beautiful, modern facility

Our Vision
We deliver personalized behavioral healthcare that improves lives-one patient at a time-by connecting families, communities, and providers in a safe, supportive setting.

Apply today and help lead a new chapter in behavioral health care.

marylandheightsbehavioralhealth.com/

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.