Adolescent Behavioral Health Nursing Director (Day Shift)

bannerhealth; United States; On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Banner Health is seeking a Director of Behavioral Health RNs and Behavioral Health Specialists for the Adolescents Unit in Scottsdale, AZ. The role provides 24‑hour accountability, oversees a 70–80 person team, and focuses on growth, quality care and cost‑effective patient outcomes.

The position requires leadership experience in healthcare, AZ RN license with 5+ years, adolescent behavioral health experience, and a master’s degree preferred. Normal hours are Monday–Friday 8:00–4:30.

Qualifications

• Minimum BSN or MSN required.
• RN license in state of practice.
• BLS certification.
• 3–5 years of progressive care management or leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, implementation and evaluation of planning structures to optimize outcomes.
• Provide infrastructure and systems to empower staff and enable decision‑making across care settings.
• Motivate staff and ensure clinical operations meet safety, quality and financial targets.
• Integrate innovation and evidence‑based findings into practice with physician and facility leaders.
• Direct staff development, retention and staffing; manage departmental budgets and patient experience.
• Collaborate with leaders across the institution to achieve goals and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Communication

Nursing administration

Education

BSN or MSN

Job description

Banner Health is seeking a Director of Behavioral Health RNs and Behavioral Health Specialists for the Adolescents Unit in Scottsdale, AZ. The role provides 24‑hour accountability, oversees a 70–80 person team, and focuses on growth, quality care and cost‑effective patient outcomes.

The position requires leadership experience in healthcare, AZ RN license with 5+ years, adolescent behavioral health experience, and a master’s degree preferred. Normal hours are Monday–Friday 8:00–4:30.