Director of Behavioral Health

HCA Florida Largo Hospital; Largo (FL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

Dental and vision benefits

401(k) with match

Education assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

HCA Florida Largo West Hospital seeks a Director of Behavioral Health to lead nursing operations, drive growth and ensure high-quality patient care within the Behavioral Health Services. The role emphasizes strategy, budgeting, recruitment and regulatory compliance under senior leadership.

The position requires Florida RN licensure, BSN and an advanced degree preferred; strong leadership and financial acumen are essential.

Qualifications

• Current Florida RN licensure is required.
• BLS certification through AHA or Red Cross; CPI certification.
• BSN required; a Master in Nursing Administration or related business degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and management of nursing operations within Behavioral Health.
• Participate in strategic planning, financial forecasting and recruitment/retention initiatives.
• Oversee budgets and ensure quality standards and regulatory compliance.
• Demonstrate ICARE standards in interactions with patients, staff and stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Regulatory compliance

Strategic planning

Education

BSN

Master in Nursing or business-related degree

Job description

This position is incentive eligible.

Introduction

We are seeking a Director of Behavioral Health with HCA Florida Largo West Hospital to promote growth and unlock possibilities. At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to the care and improvement of human life. Share your leadership skills and come make a difference with us!

Benefits

HCA Florida Largo West Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
• Colleague recognition program
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Job Summary And Qualifications

The Director of Nursing is responsible for the management of nursing operations including unit and patient care:

• Your role provides leadership and focuses on the development, implementation, and administration of patient care services within these departments.
• You participate in strategic planning, financial forecasting, recruitment and retention initiatives, and other aspects of patient care delivery at the direction of the Chief Operating Officer/Chief Nursing Officer.
• Your role manages the financial and capital budgets to ensure services meet established quality standards, and develops solutions and action plans to address efficiency, quality, culture and cost issues.
• Your role embraces and consistently demonstrates Culture of Excellence and ICARE standards of behavior, encompassing both patients, employees, physicians and other stakeholders.

Position Requirements

• Current licensure in the state of Florida as a Registered Nurse.
• Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross. CPI certification
• BSN required. Master in Nursing, Nursing Administration or business-related degree preferred.
• Minimum of three to five years in comparable position preferred. Recent clinical experience in specialty. Strong financial analysis, human resource experience and regulatory compliance experience preferred.
• Special Qualifications: Demonstrates the ability to plan and provide for the delivery of clinical services. Demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of hospital regulatory compliance, i.e. TJC standards, CMS Conditions of Participation, and other regulatory agencies applicable to service area. Demonstrates the ability to recognize the needs and concerns of people and to maintain constructive relationships in dealing with them. Outstanding ability to communicate verbally and electronically to a wide array of people/disciplines. Formulates long term strategy and coordinates plan. Aware of industry standard developments and plans for modification as needed.
• Degree of supervision required: Involves general guidance and direction by the Chief Nursing Officer and the Chief Operating Officer, Behavioral Health Services. Employee will be expected to perform most job duties independently and in accordance with established departmental and hospital policies and procedures.

HCA Florida Largo Hospital is the premier healthcare provider in Pinellas County and beyond with 455 beds and is part of HCA Florida Healthcare, the largest healthcare network in Florida. Our hospital offers a wide range of specialty services, including advanced cardiac care, complex GI services, kidney and liver transplantation, weight loss surgery, advanced stroke care, and robotic surgeries. Our Graduate Medical Education program is affiliated with USF Morsani College of Medicine, ensuring that our patients receive the highest quality care from the most skilled and knowledgeable medical professionals. Pick HCA Florida Largo Hospital for all your healthcare needs.

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