Nursing Department Coordinator

Stars Behavioral Health Group; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous paid time off

Employer-paid medical, dental, and vis

Paid CEU opportunities

Career development programs

Supervision for AMFT/ACSW/APCC

Employee recognition & rewards

Job summary

Stars Behavioral Health Group in Fresno, CA is seeking a Nursing Department Coordinator for the Fresno CRT program. The role oversees nursing staff, hiring, onboarding, training, and ensures high-quality nursing care in a 24/7 inpatient setting.

You will lead schedule coordination, medication administration, and patient records, while supporting program objectives and staff development. A California LVN/LPT license and CPR are required; a 1-year leadership experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Education Graduation from an accredited school of licensed vocational nursing or psychiatric technology required.
• Associate degree, preferred.
• Four (4) years experience working as a nurse in a behavioral health field, including One (1) year of medication administration experience required.
• One (1) year experience in a nursing leadership role preferred.
• License or Certification Valid California LVN or LPT license. Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• The Nursing Department Coordinator is responsible for hiring, onboarding, training, and supervising nursing staff while ensuring the delivery of high-quality nursing care.
• Supports the development and implementation of nursing objectives, standards, policies, and procedures, and provides direct nursing services as needed.
• Assists with recruitment and staffing recommendations, oversees nursing schedules and on-call coverage, and ensures accurate and timely medical record documentation.
• Contributes to medication management controls and infection prevention efforts, including identifying risks and recommending corrective actions.
• Provides crisis intervention support, facilitates departmental meetings, participates in leadership and program meetings, and serves in the leadership on-call rotation.

Job description

Partner with us in making a positive change! Join a team where your work truly matters. We're proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work for 8 years by our own employees. We invite you to partner with us in our mission to improve mental healthcare.

Job Title

Nursing Department Coordinator

Division/Program

Fresno CRT

Starting Compensation

78100 - 92000 USD Per Year

Working Location

Fresno, CA

Working Hours/Shift

4-5 day work week. Must include a Wednesday 12-hour shift (6:00 AM – 6:30 PM) and a weekend commitment; remaining days are flexible based on operational needs and candidate availability

Why Join Our Team?

• Competitive Compensation: Offering a salary that matches your skills and experience.
• Generous Time Off: Enjoy ample vacation and holiday pay.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle.
• Professional Growth Opportunities: On-the-job training with access to paid CEU opportunities.
• Career development programs designed to help you grow.
• Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable).
• Employee Recognition & Rewards: A culture that celebrates and rewards your hard work and dedication

Work Schedule

Core Requirement: 4 to 5-day work week. Must include a 12-hour Wednesday shift (6:00 AM – 6:30 PM) and at least one weekend day per week (or alternating full weekend shifts). Remaining Days: Flexible / determined by applicant availability and program operational needs.

What you bring to SBHG

• Education Graduation from an accredited school of licensed vocational nursing or psychiatric technology required. Associate degree, preferred.
• Experience Four (4) years experience working as a nurse in a behavioral health field, including One (1) year of medication administration experience required.
• One (1) year experience in a nursing leadership role preferred.
• License or Certification Valid California LVN or LPT license. Current CPR certification.

How you will make a difference

• The Nursing Department Coordinator is responsible for hiring, onboarding, training, and supervising nursing staff while ensuring the delivery of high-quality nursing care.
• Supports the development and implementation of nursing objectives, standards, policies, and procedures, and provides direct nursing services as needed.
• Assists with recruitment and staffing recommendations, oversees nursing schedules and on-call coverage, and ensures accurate and timely medical record documentation.
• Contributes to medication management controls and infection prevention efforts, including identifying risks and recommending corrective actions.
• Provides crisis intervention support, facilitates departmental meetings, participates in leadership and program meetings, and serves in the leadership on-call rotation.

Division/Program Overview

• Population Served: Serving adults, ages 18-59
• Facility & Setting: 24/7 inpatient voluntary program, 16-bed facility
• Clinical Services: Rehabilitation/recovery services, including substance use rehabilitation services
• Length of Stay: 30 day stay
• Skills & Services: Pre-vocational or vocational counseling and medication evaluation and support services.

Learn more about SBHG at: https://www.starsinc.com/stars-inc/

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Join an organization dedicated to improving lives and supporting those facing mental health and behavioral challenges. At Stars Behavioral Health Group, we are seeking passionate professionals ready to make a lasting, positive impact on children, youth, families, and adults across California. As a leading statewide provider, SBHG brings together over 2,000 professionals across 70+ specialized programs and 60+ locations, delivering compassionate care to more than 40,000 individuals each year.We are committed to diversity as we believe exceptional care begins with a diverse team. SBHG is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive work environment that celebrates LGBTQ+, cultural racial and ethnic diversity across every level of our organization.