Clinical Nurse Manager, Adolescent Psychiatry

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 101,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center is seeking a Clinical Manager for Adolescent Psychiatry to lead and develop a nursing team providing inpatient psychiatric care for adolescents. The role focuses on coaching staff, maintaining safety and quality, and partnering with leadership to drive department goals.

Strong clinical leadership and regulatory compliance are essential. The position emphasizes staff development, operational management, and strategic initiatives to enhance patient and

Qualifications

• BSN from ACEN/CCNE/NLN CNEA accredited nursing program.
• Active Ohio RN license (or multistate compact).
• Therapeutic Crisis Intervention Certification required during orientation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop nursing teams to ensure high-quality adolescent psychiatric care.
• Coach, mentor, and support nursing staff and other team members.
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and accountable team culture.
• Partner with Clinical Director to achieve department goals and improve patient care.
• Support staff training, development, and professional growth.
• Ensure care is delivered safely and in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Monitor quality outcomes and address areas for improvement.
• Oversee daily operations, staffing, and workflow.
• Identify process improvements to enhance patient and staff experience.
• Lead projects and strategic initiatives aligned with departmental goals.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Team management

Mentoring

Clinical supervision

Education

BSN from ACEN/CCNE/NLN CNEA accredited

RN license (Ohio or compact)

Therapeutic Crisis Intervention Certification

Job description

Clinical Manager, Adolescent Psychiatry

Primary LocationCollege Hill CampusDepartmentPA4.200 Adolescent InpatientShiftEvening (United States of America)ScheduleFull timeWeekly Hours40FTE1Employee StatusRegular*Expected Starting Pay Range$100,526.40 - $130,686.40*Starting pay is based on experience, skills, and equity; exceptions may apply for highly qualified candidates. Additional pay (e.g., shift, on-call, or weekend differentials) and benefits may apply. Annual pay may vary based on FTE status.

Afternoon/Mid-Shift: 12:00 PM - 10:30 PM (Some schedule flexibility required)

Make a Difference in Adolescent Mental Health

Join Cincinnati Children's as a Clinical Manager and help lead a team dedicated to providing exceptional psychiatric care to adolescents. In this role, you'll support staff, oversee daily operations, and ensure safe, high-quality patient care in a collaborative and supportive environment.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and Develop Teams
• Coach, mentor, and support nursing staff and other team members.
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and accountable team culture.
• Partner with the Clinical Director to achieve department goals and improve patient care.
• Support staff training, development, and professional growth.
• Support Quality and Compliance
• Ensure care is delivered safely and meets regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Monitor quality outcomes and address areas for improvement.
• Help implement corrective action plans and performance improvement initiatives.
• Manage Daily Operations
• Oversee staffing, workflow, and daily clinical operations.
• Resolve operational issues and support efficient patient care delivery.
• Assist with onboarding and orientation of new team members.
• Identify process improvements that enhance patient and staff experience.
• Lead Projects and Strategic Initiatives
• Manage projects that support departmental and organizational goals.
• Coordinate resources, timelines, and communication plans.
• Monitor progress and provide updates to key stakeholders.
• Financial Stewardship
• Support department productivity and resource management.
• Assist with budget planning and monitoring.
• Review financial trends and help identify solutions to operational challenges.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from ACEN, CCNE or NLN CNEA accredited institution
• Active Ohio RN license (or multistate compact)
• At least three years of nursing experience
• Foreign graduates must have license validated through TruMerit per Ohio Board of Nursing code for Foreign Graduates
• Pass Therapeutic Crisis Intervention Certification Course during orientation
• Clinical experience in a psychiatric or behavioral health setting
• Previous leadership experience such as charge nurse, supervisor, team lead, or manager

Preferred

• Experience leading teams in an inpatient psychiatric setting
• Experience with staffing, scheduling, and operational management
• Master's degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or a related field

About Us

At Cincinnati Children's, we come to work with one goal: to make children's health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children's. Cincinnati Children's is:

Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as atop 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years

Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH)

Recognized as one of America's Best Large Employers (2025), America's Best Employers for New Grads (2025)

One of the nation's America's Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune

Consistently certified as great place to work

A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability

Magnet designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)

We Embrace Innovation-Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That's why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we're creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future-for all of us. Comprehensive job description provided upon request.

Cincinnati Children's is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability