Behavioral Health Program Director - RN Leader

Lifepoint Health; Muscle Shoals (AL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Tuition assistance

401(k) retirement plan with company...

Paid time off

Employee wellness programs

Job summary

North Alabama Shoals Hospital, part of Lifepoint Health, seeks a Program Director of Behavioral Health. This role oversees strategic planning, operations, budgeting, and policy enforcement to ensure high-quality, cost-effective behavioral health services.

You will manage budgeting, supervise staff, and guide program development to maintain financial and clinical excellence. The RN program director leads staffing, compliance with accreditation, and collaboration with hospital leadership to drive

Qualifications

• BSN required; Master's degree in nursing preferred.
• Licensed Master’s level clinician required.
• 3 years of leadership experience preferred.
• Licensure in State of Practice if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee behavioral health unit operations, including staffing, care delivery, and facility maintenance.
• Participate in strategic planning, budgeting, and marketing efforts to support program growth.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, regulatory standards, and accreditation requirements.
• Serve as liaison between hospital leadership, divisional teams, and unit staff to maintain collaboration.
• Lead change initiatives and promote a positive work environment.

Skills

Leadership experience

Behavioral health clinical skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Master's degree in nursing (preferred)

Job description

North Alabama Shoals Hospital, part of Lifepoint Health, seeks a Program Director of Behavioral Health. This role oversees strategic planning, operations, budgeting, and policy enforcement to ensure high-quality, cost-effective behavioral health services.

You will manage budgeting, supervise staff, and guide program development to maintain financial and clinical excellence. The RN program director leads staffing, compliance with accreditation, and collaboration with hospital leadership to drive