Behavioral Health Nursing Director — Lead Patient Care

HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital; Fort Walton Beach (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental & vision benefits

401(k) match

Stock purchase plan

Fertility benefits

Employee discounts

Time off

Job summary

HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital is seeking a Director of Behavioral Health Nursing to oversee the unit(s) and lead a team of clinicians. You will guide staffing, forecasting, and budget monitoring while aligning nursing operations with facility objectives and patient-centered care.

The role emphasizes accountability, collaboration, and policy implementation in support of hospital priorities. Candidates typically hold a Bachelor's in Nursing (with a preferred Master's), and bring several

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or other approved education plan Required.
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing Preferred.
• Master's Degree Preferred.
• 1+ years applicable experience Required.
• 3+ years applicable experience Preferred.
• HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital is a 267-bed hospital.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the overall function and staffing of the unit(s)/department(s).
• Forecast, plan, and monitor the budget.
• Foster accountability and collaboration and implement strategies, policies, and procedures to support facility objectives.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Master's Degree

Bachelor's Degree or other approved education plan

Job description

HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital is seeking a Director of Behavioral Health Nursing to oversee the unit(s) and lead a team of clinicians. You will guide staffing, forecasting, and budget monitoring while aligning nursing operations with facility objectives and patient-centered care.

The role emphasizes accountability, collaboration, and policy implementation in support of hospital priorities. Candidates typically hold a Bachelor's in Nursing (with a preferred Master's), and bring several