Director of Nursing (DON) Behavioral Health
| Facility | Lourdes Health |
| Location | Pasco, WA |
| Career Area | Nursing - Registered Nurse |
| Schedule | Full Time |
| Workplace | On-site |
| Job Shift | Day |
| Date Posted | 02/02/2026 |
| Job ID | #321542 |
Director of Nursing (DON) Behavioral Health
Full-Time | 40 hours a week | Day Shift
Wage Scale: $53.51-$72.23 per hour
$25,000 Commitment-Incentive Bonus
Your experience matters
At Lourdes Health, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a Director of Nursing joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
More about our team
At Lourdes Behavioral Health, we know good health includes good mental health. Depending on circumstances and the severity of symptoms, individuals may benefit from professional behavioral health treatment. Our team of experienced and compassionate psychiatrists, physicians, therapists, nurses and support staff works with adults ages 18+ through a multi-disciplinary approach to care. The path to better mental wellness begins here.
How you'll contribute
Responsible for administrative, clinical and fiscal oversight of psychiatric nursing services on a 24-hour basis. Responsible for the development of policies, procedures and nursing standards of care and practice that are consistent with current nursing research nationally recognized professional standards and regulatory requirements. Plan, organize, direct and monitor Inpatient Services and Outpatient Medication Management Services including day-to-day operations. This individual provides support to the Vice President of Behavioral Health services by assisting with program development and assigned projects pursuant to the organizational goals. A critical attribute required of this position is exceptional interpersonal customer services consisting of an outgoing positive attitude, warm friendly joyful demeanor, and the utmost care and reverence for our guests, patients, families, customers and colleagues.
- Live and Promote the Mission and Values of Lourdes Health Network.
- Facilitate Excellence in Customer Service (both internal and external.
- Demonstrate responsible stewardship of Network resources
- Assure compliance with regulatory agency requirements
- Provide Leadership that Promotes Excellent Employee Performance.
- Demonstrate Effective Communication
- Improve Organizational Performances.
- Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide leadership in area(s) of responsibility at the Director level.
What we're looking for
- Master's Degree in Nursing in Psychiatric Mental Health or related field required.
- 3-5 years' experience in psychiatric healthcare setting required.
- Current Washington State Registered Nurse license required.
Bilingual and/or English/Spanish-Speaking preferred.
Schedule
Full-Time | 40 hours a week | Day Shift | Occasional Weekends
Why join us
Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health- savings accounts
- Competitive paid time off for full-time employees
- Income-protection programs, such as life, accident, critical-injury insurance, short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverage
- Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matching
- Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellness
- Professional development and growth opportunities
About our Health System
Lourdes Medical Center is a 35-bed hospital located in Pasco, WA, and Lourdes Behavioral Health is a 48-bed hospital located in Richland, WA, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.
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EEOC Statement
Lourdes Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lourdes Health is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.
Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.