Nurse Manager, Behavioral Health

Rock Springs; Georgetown (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Assistance

Student/Loan Support

401(k) with Match

Wellness Programs

Career Development

Job summary

Rock Springs Behavioral Health Hospital in Georgetown, Texas, seeks an experienced Nurse Manager (RN) in Behavioral Health to join a mission-driven team. You will lead clinical operations, guide patient-care initiatives, and ensure high-quality outcomes within a supportive, evidence-based framework.

Responsibilities include directing staff, managing schedules, budgets, and compliance, and collaborating with physicians and departments to optimize patient journeys.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing.
• Active Texas RN license.
• Current American Heart Association BLS.
• 3+ years in behavioral health nursing with 2+ years supervisory.

Responsibilities

• Manages daily operations of the assigned department to align with objectives.
• Directs patient care within the assigned scope.
• Develops departmental goals and standards.
• Manages staff relations,performance, and conflicts.
• Oversees scheduling, staff development, recruitment, payroll, and student engagements.
• Monitors budgets, regulatory compliance, contracts and vendor relations.
• Oversees system/equipment purchases and stock management.
• Assesses quality of patient care and coordinates with involved teams.
• May provide direct patient care when needed.
• Fosters professional growth and evidences-based practices.

Skills

Critical thinking

Leadership

RN License

BLS Certification

Behavioral Health Nursing

Supervisory Experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Job description

Rock Springs Behavioral Health Hospital, Georgetown, Texas

Nurse Manager Registered Nurse (RN), Behavioral Health

Job Type: Full-time

Rock Springs is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well‑being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a RN Nurse Manager joining our team, you\'re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

What you\'ll contribute

You\'ll make an impact by utilizing your specialized plan‑of‑care intervention and serving as a patient‑care innovator. You will shape exceptional patient journeys every day and leverage your skills and our cutting‑edge technology to directly impact patient wellbeing.

• Manages the daily operations of the assigned department functioning to ensure alignment with departmental and organizational objectives.


• Responsible for the direction of patient care with the assigned scope.


• Assists with developing specific departmental goals, standards, and objectives which directly support the strategic plan and vision of the organization.


• Manages staff relations including performance management, staff satisfaction, and conflict management.


• Performs and oversees scheduling, staff development, recruitment, payroll, and student engagements.


• Monitors departmental budgets, regulatory compliance, departmental contracts, and vendor relations.


• Determines and justifies needs for systems/equipment/supplies purchases, monitors usage, and oversees proper working order and/or stock supplies.


• Assesses the quality of patient care delivered and coordinates patient care services with patients, staff, physicians, and other departments.


• May provide patient care when necessary.


• Creates and fosters an environment that encourages professional growth.


• Integrates evidence‑based practices into operations and clinical protocols.

What we are looking for

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.


• Bachelor\'s degree(BA) in nursing.


• Active Texas RN license (single‑state) or compact required. If relocating, licensure must be updated to the new Primary State of Residence (PSOR) before employment begins.


• Current American Heart Association BLS certification.


• Three or more years of experience in all aspects of Behavioral Health nursing and a minimum of 2 years supervisory experience.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage - tailored benefit options for part‑time and PRN employees, and more.


• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short‑and long‑term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.


• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.


• Employee Well‑being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).


• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

More About Rock Springs

Rock Springs is a 72 bed hospital located in Georgetown, Texas and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters. Lifepoint Health is a leader in community‑based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post‑acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.

EEOC Statement

Rock Springs is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Rock Springs committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.