Nurse Manager, Behavioral Health — Lead & Develop Unit

Universal Health Services, Inc.; Oakland Park (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Generous PTO

Medical plans

401k with match

Residency program

Career development

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Fort Lauderdale Behavioral Health is a 182-bed facility offering inpatient, residential, partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient programs for youth, adults and seniors. The Nurse Manager leads unit operations, oversees hiring and staffing, and drives quality nursing care for psychiatric and chemical dependency patients on the designated shift.

The role emphasizes leadership, staff development, regulatory compliance, and effective communication with patients, families and

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited nursing program; BSN preferred.
• Licensed Registered Nurse in Florida (RN).
• Minimum 3 years RN experience; psychiatric nursing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee nursing care for designated unit and shift.
• Interview, hire, and terminate staff; manage staffing and evaluations.
• Direct supervision and professional growth of nursing staff; ensure quality patient care.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teaching

Management

HIPAA

Patient Care

Medication Procedures

Staff Supervision

Verbal De-Escalation

Education

BSN preferred

RN Florida License

3+ years RN experience

Job description

Fort Lauderdale Behavioral Health is a 182-bed facility offering inpatient, residential, partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient programs for youth, adults and seniors. The Nurse Manager leads unit operations, oversees hiring and staffing, and drives quality nursing care for psychiatric and chemical dependency patients on the designated shift.

The role emphasizes leadership, staff development, regulatory compliance, and effective communication with patients, families and