Director of Nursing

Stars Behavioral Health Group; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Stars Behavioral Health Group in Irvine, CA is seeking a Nurse Supervisor for the Crisis Stabilization Unit. You will oversee nursing staff, ensure high-quality care, and supervise medication administration under the attending physician or psychiatric nurse practitioner.

The role requires CA RN license, at least associate degree, BLS/CPR, driving eligible, and leadership experience in behavioral health. You will hire and develop nursing staff, ensure policy adherence, participate in budgeting,

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted California RN license (Required).
• Associate degree in nursing required; BSN/MSN highly preferred.
• Current BLS/CPR certification (American Heart Association or Red Cross).
• Valid California Driver's License with eligible driving record.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage a diverse nursing team within a behavioral health setting.
• Ensure highest quality of nursing care, treatment, and medication administration as ordered by the physician or NP.
• Participate in budget development and collaborate with internal/external departments to optimize facility operations.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Verbal & written communication

Regulatory compliance

Background check clearance

Education

Associate degree in Nursing

BSN preferred

MSN preferred

Job description

What You Bring to SBHG (Qualifications):

Education & Licensure:

• Licensure: Active, unrestricted California Registered Nurse (RN) license (Required).
• Education: Associate’s degree from an accredited school of nursing required; a Bachelor’s (BSN) or Master’s (MSN) degree in nursing is highly preferred.
• Credentials: Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification.
• Transportation: Valid California Driver's License with an eligible driving record.
• Meet agency driver eligibility criteria if applicable

Experience:

• A nursing head of service who is a registered nurse with at least one year of experience in psychiatric nursing supervision within the last six years. Psychiatric nursing supervision means the management and supervision of registered nurses delivering patient care services in a behavioral health setting within the scope of nursing practice.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and manage a diverse nursing team.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills for collaborating with clients, staff, physicians, and community partners.
• Must successfully pass a mandatory background check, criminal record clearance, and drug screening.

How you will make a difference:

This position will ensures every client receives the highest quality of nursing care, treatment, and medication as ordered by the attending physician or psychiatric nurse practitioner. This position is responsible for selecting, hiring, and supervising all Nursing Department staff, while also aiding in the development of service objectives, nursing policies, and job descriptions. The Supervisor maintains leadership that aligns with agency goals and ensures departmental adherence to all governmental and stakeholder regulations. The role also involves participating in budget development and collaborating with both internal and external departments to facilitate smooth facility operations and optimize patient care.

Division/Program Overview:

Program:

The Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU) is a place where people experiencing a mental health crisis can go to be stabilized. These facilities operate 24/7 to provide crisis stabilization.

Population Served:

Up to 16 adults (ages 18 and up) and 8 adolescents (ages 13 to 17).

Facility & Setting:

Can be compared to an Urgent Care Center where people often go for a medical emergency instead of going to the hospital ER. Patients may stay up to 23 hours.

Clinical Services:

Provides important services to those in need of immediate crisis intervention and stabilization. Designed to prevent psychiatric hospitalizations.

Length of Stay:

stay of up to 23 hours

Skills & Transition:

The CSU will help clients to stabilize and will also provide referrals to other needed services. Transportation is provided as needed.