Acute Behavioral Health Nurse Manager – Lead & Optimize Care

Lancesoft; Virginia; On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

LanceSoft is seeking a Nurse Manager Behavioral Health to oversee daily operations in the Behavioral Health Nursing Department within an acute care setting. You will supervise staff, coordinate schedules, ensure regulatory compliance, and lead quality initiatives to deliver high-quality patient care.

The role requires expertise in crisis intervention, strong leadership, and proficiency with EHR systems to support care for mood, psychotic, and substance use disorders.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 2 years as a Nursing Manager, supervisor, or Clinical Team Lead in Behavioral Health within acute care.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.
• BLS certification within 30 days of employment.
• Nonviolent Crisis Intervention certification within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the Behavioral Health Nursing Department.
• Supervise nursing staff including shift House Supervisors and Charge Nurses.
• Coordinate staff scheduling for 8-hour shifts ensuring adequate coverage.
• Monitor compliance with hospital policies and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee patient care with a focus on crisis intervention and behavioral health needs.
• Coordinate training programs and staff development initiatives.
• Allocate resources to support departmental objectives and patient care.
• Implement quality assurance processes to enhance service delivery.
• Lead and motivate the nursing team fostering effective communication and collaboration.

Skills

Nursing management experience

Staff supervision

Scheduling and staffing

Regulatory compliance

Education

BSN

Job description

LanceSoft is seeking a Nurse Manager Behavioral Health to oversee daily operations in the Behavioral Health Nursing Department within an acute care setting. You will supervise staff, coordinate schedules, ensure regulatory compliance, and lead quality initiatives to deliver high-quality patient care.

The role requires expertise in crisis intervention, strong leadership, and proficiency with EHR systems to support care for mood, psychotic, and substance use disorders.