Director of Nursing
Company: Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance
Location: Norman
Posted on: February 13, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Griffin Memorial Hospital is
seeking a dedicated and compassionate Director of Nursing (DON) to
lead our nursing program and help advance our mission of recovery.
At Griffin, we believe in supporting individuals living with mental
illness and addiction, reuniting families, and strengthening
communities. If you are passionate about nursing leadership and
committed to patient-centered care, we want you on our team. The
DON is responsible for the overall administration of nursing
services at Griffin Memorial Hospital, ensuring compliance with
accreditation standards and the highest quality of patient care.
This role oversees nursing operations across all areas of the
hospital, including determining appropriate staffing levels and
clinical needs. As a senior leader, the DON plays an active role in
hospital decision-making and strategic planning. Job Type/Salary
Annual Salary: $125,000 ($60.10/hour) Full-time Primary Working
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. FLSA Status: Exempt
Minimum Qualifications Applicants must hold a valid permanent
Oklahoma RN license (as approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing)
or a multistate RN license recognized by the Enhanced Nurse
Licensure Compact (eNLC). In addition, candidates must meet one of
the following experience/education pathways: RN license plus seven
years of professional nursing experience, including: Two years in a
supervisory role One year in a managerial, consultative, or
educational role in a specialized program Two years in an
administrative capacity Bachelor’s degree in nursing plus six years
of professional nursing experience, including: Two years in a
supervisory role One year in a managerial, consultative, or
educational role in a specialized program Two years in an
administrative capacity Master’s degree in nursing (or related
field) plus five years of professional nursing experience,
including: Two years in a supervisory role One year in a
managerial, consultative, or educational role in a specialized
program Two years in an administrative capacity Preferred
Qualifications Postgraduate degree in nursing, healthcare
administration, or business administration Special Requirements
Willingness and ability to travel as needed May require moderately
heavy lifting or other physical tasks Demonstrated commitment to
patient safety, well-being, and belief in recovery Why Join Us?
Competitive Salary: $125,000 annual base salary Comprehensive
Benefits Package, including: Health insurance (multiple plan
options, no pre-existing condition exclusions) Flexible spending
accounts (healthcare & dependent care) Generous paid leave: 11
holidays, 15 vacation days, and 15 sick days in your first year
Retirement savings plan with company match Employee Assistance
Program for personal and professional support Longevity bonuses for
years of service Training and development opportunities (including
CEU support) About Us Griffin Memorial Hospital (GMH), located in
Norman, Oklahoma, is a 120-bed acute psychiatric hospital serving
adults (18) across all 77 counties of Oklahoma. As part of the
Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services
(ODMHSAS), GMH provides essential inpatient psychiatric, and
substance use treatment for those in need of specialized care.
Additional Information THIS AGENCY REQUIRES COVERAGE 24 HOURS, 7
DAYS PER WEEK. WORK HOURS AND LOCATION MAY VARY DEPENDING ON
BUSINESS NECESSITY. EMPLOYEES MAY BE REQUIRED TO WORK WEEKENDS AND
OVERTIME. Griffin Memorial Hospital is an Equal Opportunity
Employer. Reasonable accommodation for individuals with
disabilities will be provided upon request. Powered by JazzHR
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