Behavioral Health Nursing Services Leader

CJW Medical Center; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

Chippenham Hospital in Richmond, VA, seeks a Director of Behavioral Health Nursing Services to lead nursing operations, shape patient care delivery, and advance strategic initiatives within the department.

This role requires RN licensure, BLS, 3–5 years in a similar leadership post, strong financial acumen, and a commitment to ICARE values; the director will partner with the COO and CNOs to drive excellence.

Qualifications

• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse and BLS certification.
• Minimum of three to five years in a comparable leadership position.
• Strong financial analysis, HR experience, and regulatory compliance familiarity.
• Ability to plan, deliver clinical services, and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and development of patient care services within behavioral health.
• Lead strategic planning, budgeting, recruitment, and retention initiatives.
• Manage financial and capital budgets to meet quality and cost targets.
• Uphold ICARE and Culture of Excellence in interactions with staff, patients, and physicians.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Strategic planning

Team management

Education

Registered Nurse license

BLS Certification

CPI certification

Tools

CPI certification

Job description

Chippenham Hospital in Richmond, VA, seeks a Director of Behavioral Health Nursing Services to lead nursing operations, shape patient care delivery, and advance strategic initiatives within the department.

This role requires RN licensure, BLS, 3–5 years in a similar leadership post, strong financial acumen, and a commitment to ICARE values; the director will partner with the COO and CNOs to drive excellence.