Inpatient Behavioral Health RN Team Leader - FT Days

University Health; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 86,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

University Health in Kansas City, MO is seeking a Registered Nurse Team Manager for the inpatient Behavioral Health unit at Lakewood. This full-time, 4-day-per-week leadership role directs a dedicated nursing team to ensure top-tier patient care and efficient unit operations.

You will mentor staff, uphold nursing standards, coordinate front-line activities, and collaborate with leadership to improve patient outcomes and safety in a fast-paced inpatient setting.

Qualifications

• BSN or ADN with years of relevant nursing experience.
• At least two years of nursing leadership or clinical leadership experience.
• Missouri RN license in good standing.
• Current department-specific certifications as required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead and inspire nursing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate front-line operations for the inpatient unit 24/7.
• Support nursing director in maintaining standards and practice.
• Champion quality, safe patient care and efficient operations.
• Foster customer service, evidence-based practice and resource stewardship.
• Serve as a go-to person for personnel needs and team guidance.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Coaching

Communication

Team leadership

Education

BSN

ADN + relevant experience

Job description

University Health in Kansas City, MO is seeking a Registered Nurse Team Manager for the inpatient Behavioral Health unit at Lakewood. This full-time, 4-day-per-week leadership role directs a dedicated nursing team to ensure top-tier patient care and efficient unit operations.

You will mentor staff, uphold nursing standards, coordinate front-line activities, and collaborate with leadership to improve patient outcomes and safety in a fast-paced inpatient setting.