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Coldwater, OH · On-site

$17.75 - $22.25/hr

Every third rotation This position reports to the Director of Inpatient Services. Experience/Qualifications: * STNA, nursing student, or previous CNA preferred. * CPR within 90 days of hire.

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How much do director of inpatient services jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for director of inpatient services in the United States is $127,543.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $88,000.00 and $150,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a director of inpatient services do?

A Director of Inpatient Services oversees the management and operations of inpatient care units within a healthcare facility, such as a hospital. They are responsible for ensuring high-quality patient care, managing staff, developing and implementing policies, and maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations. This role often involves budgeting, staff training, and collaborating with other healthcare professionals to improve patient outcomes. Directors of Inpatient Services play a crucial leadership role in maintaining efficient, safe, and effective inpatient services.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a director of inpatient services?

To thrive as a Director Of Inpatient Services, you need a strong background in healthcare administration, clinical operations, and regulatory compliance, typically supported by a degree in nursing or healthcare management and relevant leadership experience. Familiarity with hospital information systems, quality improvement tools, and accreditation standards such as The Joint Commission is essential. Leadership, strategic planning, and excellent communication are vital soft skills for managing teams and collaborating across departments. These skills and qualifications are crucial for ensuring high-quality patient care, operational efficiency, and adherence to healthcare standards in inpatient settings.

How does the director of inpatient services typically collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality patient care?

The Director of Inpatient Services works closely with physicians, nurses, case managers, and allied health professionals to coordinate patient care plans and address complex clinical needs. Regular interdisciplinary meetings and daily patient rounds are common practices to facilitate communication, resolve issues, and implement best practices. This collaborative approach helps streamline workflows, optimize resource utilization, and maintain compliance with healthcare regulations, ultimately supporting positive patient outcomes and operational efficiency.

What is the difference between Director Of Inpatient Services vs Nurse Manager?

AspectDirector Of Inpatient ServicesNurse Manager
CredentialsBSN, MSN, or higher; RN license often requiredBSN or RN license typically required
Work EnvironmentHospital inpatient units, overseeing multiple departmentsSpecific inpatient units, managing nursing staff
ResponsibilitiesStrategic planning, policy development, overall inpatient care qualitySupervising nursing staff, patient care, daily operations

The Director Of Inpatient Services focuses on strategic leadership and overall inpatient care management across departments, often with broader organizational responsibilities. In contrast, a Nurse Manager handles daily nursing operations within specific inpatient units, emphasizing staff supervision and patient care. Both roles require RN licensure and relevant healthcare experience but differ in scope and level of responsibility.

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Director of Inpatient Clinical Services

Bradenton, FL • On-site

Centerstone
Offices of Mental Health Practitioners • 1 - 5K employees

$90K - $135K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

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Job description

Centerstone is among the nation's leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people's lives. A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Job Description
SUMMARY OF POSITION
A dynamic and creative leader to helm this transformational and highly visible initiative. The position requires excellent oral and written communication skills. Must be well-organized, task-oriented, and able to demonstrate exceptional ability in managing clinical, administrative, and community-partnership development requirements. Will deliver integrated behavioral health services to people in our region.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Direct communication with SAMHSA Project Officer as authorized agency representative.
  • Directly plan, implement, and oversee operation of the project.
  • Demonstrate a team-approach with ability to coordinate with community partners and Centerstone colleagues.
  • Represent the project at high-level federal/state/county meetings.
  • Hire, orient, and train project staff.
  • Provide care consultation and intervention supervision for team members.
  • Ensure team maintains up-to-date knowledge of community resources/services for individuals in recovery from SUD, SED, SMI, OUD, and/or COD.
  • Assist in coordinating training and professional development for team members.
  • Ensure compliance with all grant requirements.
  • Coordinate with all national, state, and local level oversight entities as required.
  • Collaborate with Evaluation to ensure continuous quality improvement and collection/ reporting of all required data.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
  • Effectively communicate via written, verbal, in person and virtual methods.
  • Must value cultural diversity and embrace recovery-oriented trauma informed approaches to help people achieve their full potential.
  • Excellent verbal/written communication skills and familiarity with federal grant requirements/procedures and evidence-based/informed treatment models.
  • Proven skills in networking among diverse agencies, and strong planning, administrative, management, and ability to present with confidence to high levels of government and the private health and human services sector.
  • Creative thinker who enjoys working as part of a team in a growing, high-energy, transformation-oriented local and national enterprise, and who enjoys motivating others to do the same.

QUALIFICATIONS
Education Level
Master's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Public Health or a related field required.
Years of Experience
A minimum of 5 years' experience working with individuals with SUD, SED, SMI, OUD, or COD in positions demonstrating increasing responsibility. Must have clinical supervision and management experience in behavioral health, health, or other human services systems at mid-level management or higher.
Certification/Licensure
  • A valid Florida's Driver's License with current automobile insurance is needed.
  • Current, unrestricted Florida clinical license as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Standing - 20%
Sitting - 80%
Squatting - Occasional
Kneeling - Occasional
Bending - Occasional
Driving - Occasional
Lifting - Occasional
DISCLAIMER
The duties and responsibilities described in this document are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time, or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.
Time Type:
Full time
Pay Range:
$90,000.00--$135,030.00
Delivering care that changes people's lives starts with our employees. Below are just some of the great benefits Centerstone employees enjoy:
  • Medical, dental, and vision health coverage
  • Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
  • 403b retirement plan with company match
  • Paid time off and ten paid holidays
  • AD&D Insurance, Life Insurance, and Long Term Disability (company paid)
  • Employee Resource Groups
  • Continuing education opportunities
  • Employee Assistance Program

Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. We treat all clients and colleagues with dignity and respect.
At Centerstone, we use our values as a guide for what we do. Respect, Expertise, Integrity and Empowerment are at the heart of every interaction at Centerstone, and particularly rooted in our Culture.
Our approach to culture is to create an environment that encourages, supports and celebrates the voices and experiences of our employees. We are committed to a culture of empowerment, respect, integrity and expertise that powers our innovation and connects us to each other, our clients and the communities we serve.
Centerstone is also committed to a strong culture of quality and safety, celebrating role-models who champion best practices for quality, clinical risk, and patient safety.

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