Nurse Manager, Psychiatric Care & Team Leadership

Hackensack Meridian Health; Montgomery Township (NJ); On-site; USD 114,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking an Assistant Nurse Manager to lead nursing staff and ensure quality patient care within regulatory guidelines. The role requires clinical leadership, staff mentoring, and strong collaboration with administration and medical teams.

Minimum qualifications include a BSN and an RN license with psychiatric experience, plus leadership exposure. The organization emphasizes safety, compliance, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and graduate of an accredited RN program.
• Minimum of 3 years psychiatric experience and 1 year in a leadership capacity.
• NJ State Professional Registered Nurse License is required.
• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers within 90 days of starting.

Responsibilities

• Ensures quality patient care by supervising nursing staff on assigned shifts.
• Acts as liaison with admissions and ensures EMTALA compliance.
• Directs clinical and administrative supervision of nursing staff during shifts.
• Mentors and motivates staff; promotes a safe, healing environment.
• Ensures staff training and competency; manages scheduling based on census and acuity.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree and RN program

MSN Degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office/Google Suite

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking an Assistant Nurse Manager to lead nursing staff and ensure quality patient care within regulatory guidelines. The role requires clinical leadership, staff mentoring, and strong collaboration with administration and medical teams.

Minimum qualifications include a BSN and an RN license with psychiatric experience, plus leadership exposure. The organization emphasizes safety, compliance, and a comprehensive benefits package.