Nurse Manager of Behavioral Health

Inteletech Global Inc; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 53,037 - 76,594; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility is seeking an experienced Nurse Manager for Behavioral Health to oversee operations in a psychiatric and mental health unit. Key responsibilities include managing staffing, ensuring high-quality patient care, and leading initiatives to improve patient outcomes and staff engagement. Candidates should have significant behavioral health experience, a Registered Nurse license, and strong leadership skills. The position offers competitive hourly compensation ranging from $38.50 to $55.60.

Qualifications

• Basic Cardiac Life Support certification within 30 days of start.
• Nonviolent Crisis Intervention certification within 30 days of start.
• Fingerprint identification required.
• Minimum 5 years of behavioral health experience.
• At least 2 years of leadership experience in acute care.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support behavioral health nursing staff.
• Develop and implement policies for psychiatric nursing.
• Manage staffing schedules and resource allocation.
• Oversee compliance with hospital policies and regulations.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals for care plans.
• Monitor patient safety and address concerns.
• Lead initiatives to improve patient outcomes.
• Conduct performance evaluations and training for staff.
• Manage departmental budgets and supplies.
• Implement trauma-informed care and treatment models.
• Respond to psychiatric emergencies.

Skills

Behavioral Health Leadership

Crisis Intervention

Patient-Centered Care

Clinical Expertise

Education

Registered Nurse license

Associate Degree

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Nurse Manager for Behavioral Health to oversee the operations of our psychiatric and mental health unit. The Nurse Manager will be responsible for ensuring high-quality patient care, managing nursing staff, and maintaining compliance with hospital policies and regulatory guidelines. This leadership role requires strong clinical expertise in behavioral health, exceptional leadership skills, and a commitment to patient-centered care.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision, guidance, and support to behavioral health nursing staff.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures that align with best practices in psychiatric nursing.
• Manage staffing schedules, assignments, and resource allocation to ensure safe and effective patient care.
• Oversee patient care quality, ensuring compliance with hospital policies, state regulations, and accreditation standards (e.g., Joint Commission, CMS).
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, social workers, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive care plans.
• Monitor and address patient safety concerns, including crisis intervention and de-escalation strategies.
• Lead initiatives to improve patient outcomes, satisfaction, and staff engagement.
• Conduct performance evaluations, provide coaching, and facilitate professional development opportunities for staff.
• Manage departmental budgets, supply inventory, and ensure cost-effective resource utilization.
• Support and implement trauma-informed care approaches and evidence-based treatment models.
• Respond to psychiatric emergencies, ensuring appropriate interventions and crisis management.

Job Qualifications

• Basic Cardiac Life Support obtained within 30 days of employment start date.
• Nonviolent Crisis Intervention obtained within 30 days of employment start date.
• Fingerprint identification required.
• Registered Nurse license.
• Associate Degree.
• Minimum 5 years of behavioral health experience with at least 2 years of leadership experience in behavioral health within an acute care setting.
• Experience with backer act patients and psych.

Compensation: $38.50 - $55.60 per hour.