Mental Health Unit Nurse Leader

Butler; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Butler Hospital is seeking an Assistant Nurse Manager to provide leadership and clinical oversight for a designated patient care unit. This role supports the Nurse Director in daily operations, supervising nursing staff, and ensuring high‑quality patient care in alignment with hospital policies and regulatory requirements.

The position includes direct patient care responsibilities as needed, staff development, and participation in quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience in psychiatric/mental health nursing settings preferred.
• Leadership and supervisory skills for interprofessional teams.
• Familiarity with ANA Standards of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the designated unit.
• Provide direct patient care as needed and serve as a clinical resource.
• Supervise, teach, and evaluate nursing staff, mental health workers, intake coordinators, students and volunteers.
• Ensure accurate documentation of nursing care in medical records.
• Promote a cooperative team environment and address unit issues.
• Assist in hiring, orientation, and in-service education for staff.
• Monitor compliance with standards of care and develop corrective plans as needed.

Job description

Butler Hospital is seeking an Assistant Nurse Manager to provide leadership and clinical oversight for a designated patient care unit. This role supports the Nurse Director in daily operations, supervising nursing staff, and ensuring high‑quality patient care in alignment with hospital policies and regulatory requirements.

The position includes direct patient care responsibilities as needed, staff development, and participation in quality improvement initiatives.