DON-Director of Nursing (RN) - Behavioral Health | Residential Treatment | Leadership Opportunity

Director of Nursing (RN) | Lead, Inspire, and Transform Lives

Perimeter Behavioral of Missouri – Primrose | Saint Robert, MO

Make a Difference. Lead with Purpose.

Perimeter Behavioral Health is growing, and we are looking for an exceptional Director of Nursing to help lead our newest residential treatment facility in Saint Robert, Missouri.

If you're a passionate nurse leader who thrives on developing teams, driving quality outcomes, and making a meaningful difference in the lives of adolescents, this is an opportunity to build something special.

At Perimeter, we believe every child deserves hope, healing, and a chance to succeed. As our Director of Nursing, you'll play a vital leadership role in creating a safe, therapeutic environment while mentoring an incredible team dedicated to changing lives every day.

Why You'll Love Working Here

Make an Impact

Lead a talented multidisciplinary team caring for adolescents in a specialized residential behavioral health setting where your leadership truly changes lives.

Build Something New

Help shape the culture, clinical excellence, and nursing operations of our growing Missouri facility.

Grow Your Career

Join one of the nation's leading behavioral healthcare organizations with opportunities for continued professional development and advancement.

Work Alongside Exceptional Leaders

Collaborate daily with executive leadership, physicians, therapists, case managers, and direct care staff in a supportive environment focused on excellence.

About Perimeter Behavioral of Missouri – Primrose

Perimeter Behavioral Health is one of the nation's leading behavioral healthcare providers, delivering compassionate, evidence-based care across multiple states.

Our Saint Robert campus provides residential treatment services for adolescents facing behavioral health challenges. We are committed to providing individualized care that promotes healing, resilience, and long-term success.

Our mission is simple:

Deliver hope through compassionate care, clinical excellence, and a commitment to improving the lives of every child we serve.

What You'll Do

As the Director of Nursing, you'll provide strategic and clinical leadership for all nursing services while helping oversee the therapeutic milieu of the facility.

You'll be responsible for creating a culture of safety, accountability, collaboration, and high-quality patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop nursing staff and Mental Health Technicians
• Oversee daily nursing operations and staffing
• Ensure compliance with Joint Commission, Missouri regulations, and nursing standards
• Develop and implement nursing policies and clinical best practices
• Drive quality improvement initiatives and performance outcomes
• Manage staffing plans, budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation
• Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation
• Partner with physicians, therapists, case managers, and executive leadership to coordinate exceptional patient care
• Support employee engagement, education, competency validation, and professional development
• Foster a safe, trauma-informed, therapeutic environment for residents and staff
• Participate in leadership planning, strategic initiatives, and organizational growth

What We're Looking For

We're seeking a compassionate, confident leader who enjoys coaching others, solving complex challenges, and creating positive outcomes for both patients and staff.

Required Qualifications

• Active Missouri Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Current CPR certification
• Previous nursing leadership experience
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Passion for patient-centered care

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or related field
• Behavioral health experience
• Pediatric or adolescent nursing experience
• Residential treatment or inpatient psychiatric experience

What We Offer

We believe great leaders deserve great support.

Benefits Include

• Competitive salary
• Relocation assistance for qualified applicants 
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Supplemental Insurance Options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Supportive Leadership Team
• Collaborative Multidisciplinary Environment

Why Nurses Choose Perimeter

At Perimeter, you're more than a leader—you become part of a mission.

Every decision you make impacts the lives of youth who need stability, compassion, and hope. You'll have the opportunity to build strong teams, influence clinical excellence, and help shape the future of behavioral healthcare in Missouri.

If you're looking for a leadership role where your experience matters and your work has lasting purpose, we'd love to meet you.

Apply today and help us transform lives—one child, one family, and one future at a time.

Location

Perimeter Behavioral of Missouri – Primrose

121 Primrose Lane

Saint Robert, MO 65584

Perimeter Behavioral Health is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees are respected, valued, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

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