Director of Nursing

Director of Nursing | Southeastern Connecticut - New London, CT

Southeastern Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence, Inc. (SCADD) is an award-winning, nationally and locally recognized leader in substance use disorder and behavioral health treatment in Southeastern Connecticut. We are proud recipients of the Top Workplace award, 2023 Non-Profit of the Year and 2023 Executive Director of the Year honors from the Greater Norwich Area Chamber of Commerce, and recognition as a Top Tier organization and a Recovery Friendly Workplace.

We are seeking an exceptional nursing leader to step into one of the most impactful clinical roles in our organization. As Director of Nursing, you will shape the standard of care across multiple SCADD sites spanning New London, Norwich, and Lebanon, CT — leading a skilled, compassionate nursing team in delivering life-changing treatment to individuals at critical moments in their recovery.

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus

What We Offer:

• $5,000 sign-on bonus
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits
• Multiple Medical Plans to fit your needs and budget
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with 10% employer match at 1 year
• Vacation and Sick accruals
• 11 paid Holidays
• 40 hours of paid Education/Training annually
• Paid Licensure Reimbursement
• Meaningful work leading a clinical team that makes a lasting difference in the lives of individuals in recovery

What You'll Do:

As Director of Nursing, you will serve as the clinical backbone of SCADD's nursing operations — providing strategic leadership and hands-on oversight across our Detox, Lebanon Pines, and residential units in New London, Norwich, and Lebanon. Reporting to the Deputy Chief of Operations, you will set the tone for nursing practice across the organization, building a culture of excellence, accountability, and compassionate care at every site.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide strategic and operational oversight of nursing operations across multiple SCADD sites in New London, Norwich, and Lebanon, ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality care in accordance with all applicable policies, procedures, and regulatory mandates
• Support the effective fiscal management of nursing operations and ensure the proper utilization of organizational resources across all locations
• Maintain responsibility for patient records, Department of Mental Health and Addictions Services reports, facility logs, and other required reporting
• Oversee the pre-certification process and conduct utilization reviews with third-party payers
• Ensure accurate and timely input of clinical data by nursing staff
• Oversee the orientation, supervision, and professional development of nursing staff, detoxification technicians, interns, and other staff across all sites
• Provide explanation of patient care, test procedures, and care philosophy to clients and families as needed
• Interact with the Chief Medical Officer as necessary to align clinical priorities and standards
• Evaluate nursing activities across all units to ensure quality patient care, positive staff relations, and efficiency of service
• Oversee the ordering of medications, solutions, equipment, and medical supplies for all units
• Carry out full supervisory responsibilities including interviewing, hiring, orientation, training, performance appraisal, and employee relations
• Participate in committee and team meetings across sites as applicable
• Participate in the orientation of new employees and the transfer of knowledge necessary for the performance of duties

What You'll Need:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in nursing required; Master's degree or advanced nursing degree preferred
• Current State of Connecticut Department of Public Health Registered Nurse (RN) License required
• Current CPR Certification required
• Minimum of five years' experience, including progressive management/leadership equivalent combination of education and experience considered
• Demonstrated ability to manage nursing operations, staffing, and regulatory compliance across multiple locations in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with clinical staff, program directors, the Chief Medical Officer, clients, and families
• Proven ability to lead, develop, and inspire a multidisciplinary nursing team across geographically distributed sites
• Commitment to SCADD's values of diversity, equity, inclusion, and trauma-informed practice

Why SCADD?

Since 1966, SCADD has remained at the forefront of substance use disorder treatment, continuously evolving to meet the needs of individuals, families, and communities across Southeastern Connecticut. This is a rare opportunity to lead nursing operations at an organizational level — shaping care delivery, building teams, and driving clinical excellence across multiple sites in a mission that truly matters. We believe in second chances and the power of recovery, and the Director of Nursing is central to making that recovery safe, supported, and possible. When you join SCADD, you join a team that shows up every day with hope, connection, and purpose.

If you're a nursing leader ready to make your mark, we want to hear from you.