Clinical Resource Leader Behavioral Health

Valleywise Health; Mesa (AZ); In loco; USD 57.000 - 84.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Valleywise Behavioral Health Center is seeking a Clinical Resource Leader for Behavioral Health to oversee patient care and supervise staff within the inpatient unit in Mesa, AZ. This role provides leadership, coordinates care, and supports a robust therapeutic program.

The incumbent will supervise Mental Health Workers, Behavioral Health Technicians, and Health Unit Coordinators under the Nurse Manager, ensuring safe, cost-effective care across the life span.

Competenze

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing is required.
• Minimum of two years of clinical experience in related patient populations.
• AZ RN license, or valid compact license, or temporary AZ license in state of practice.
• CPI certification; BLS training provided upon hire.

Mansioni

• Supervise, assess plans, coordinate, facilitate, and evaluate patient care and staff development.
• Provide comprehensive care across the life span in a unit-based setting.
• Lead daily operations and liaison with department leadership to align goals.

Conoscenze

Nursing leadership

Clinical supervision

Team leadership

Communication skills

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Descrizione del lavoro

Clinical Resource Leader Behavioral Health Internal Job

Join us in shaping the future of health care.

The work is rewarding as we see measurable improvement in our patients. From the time of admission, when they are experiencing a mental health crisis, through stabilization, and ultimately as they enter the outpatient continuum of care, we continue to support their journey toward health, wellness, and recovery. Psychiatric nurses are strong patient advocates ensuring patients are treated with dignity and respect and that they receive care in a safe, secure, and therapeutic environment.

We provide holistic care in a stigma-free environment to patients who have a full array of psychiatric disorders. Working collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team fosters a healthy, cooperative environment for patients and coworkers, which is rewarding and fulfilling. Nurses love the collaborative interdisciplinary approach, teamwork, and structure a robust therapeutic program provides. The Psychiatric RN provides direct supervision to Mental Health Workers, Behavioral Health Technicians, and Health Unit Coordinators and plays a significant role in training future nurses.

As an academic medical center and part of the Creighton University Arizona Health Education Alliance, teaching is one of our passions, and we support many staff on their educational journey. This includes psychiatrists, nurses, social workers, and nurse practitioners. We are very pleased to offer many opportunities for career advancement. Working alongside students and resident physicians provides a unique and mutually fulfilling learning environment.

Valleywise Behavioral Health Center has inpatient facilities in Mesa, Phoenix, and Maryvale, and is one of the largest providers of inpatient behavioral health services in Arizona. We serve adolescent and adult populations. The adolescent unit is located in Mesa with a 14-bed unit specializing in caring for patients between the ages of 13 to 17. We have a large medical staff of psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners, with dedicated physician leadership at each of our inpatient facilities.

Under the direction of the Nurse Manager, this position supervises, assesses plans, coordinates, facilitates, and evaluates patient care and staff development. Provides comprehensive care based on the principles of growth and development across the life span of patients served in his/her independent unit. The position demonstrates the professional skills and behaviors to promote comprehensive, cost-effective, and meaningful healthcare for consumers in a diverse healthcare environment. This position is a leader and resource within the department for daily operations and demonstrates and promotes alliance with organizational goals and department leadership.

Hourly Pay Range: $41.56 - $61.30

Qualifications Education:

Prefer a Bachelor’s degree or higher in Nursing.

Experience:

Must have a minimum of two (2) years of clinical experience relevant to the patient populations and/or scope of practice.

Demonstrated leadership ability is a plus.

Certification/Licensure:

Must possess a current, valid AZ RN license, temporary AZ RN license, or valid compact RN licensure for current state of practice.

Must be in good standing with the issuing Board of Nursing.

• Must have a CPI certification and BLS training will be provided upon hire or transfer to Behavioral Health Departments.

In addition, certification or continuing education may be required based on area of practice:

BH Unit 2 Adolescent: Must have a valid fingerprint clearance card issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety or submit a completed Affidavit at the time of hire. Must complete a fingerprint clearance card application within seven (7) days of hire date. Must present the actual card within ninety (90) days of applying for a fingerprint clearance card.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Requires the ability to read, write, and speak effectively in English.

Knowledge of basic computer skills is preferred.

The ability to work with culturally diverse people is a must.