Nursing Director – Behavioral Health Leadership

Universal Health Services; Oakland Park (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Support

Tuition savings to continue nursing

In-house Psychiatric Nurse Residency (

Career development across 300+ sites

Health insurance

401(K) with company match

Job summary

Fort Lauderdale Behavioral Health in Oakland Park, FL, part of Universal Health Services, seeks a Director of Nursing to oversee all patient care with 24-hour accountability. You will lead a senior nursing team, foster staff development, and ensure safe, evidence-based practices in a large behavioral health network.

BSN required; MSN preferred with licensure in Florida. The role emphasizes leadership, collaboration with corporate support, and opportunities for career advancement within UHS’s

Qualifications

• Current license or permit to practice professional nursing in the state of FL.
• BSN from a CCNE accredited program; MSN preferred.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of behavioral health nursing practices and management.
• Strong leadership and supervisory abilities with effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all patient care across the facility and departments with 24-hour accountability.
• Create an environment that supports employee development and teamwork.
• Develop systems and standards to ensure safe, cost-effective, high-quality care.
• Lead growth, community partnerships and financial stability aligned with UHS goals.

Skills

Leadership

Staff development

Clinical supervision

Behavioral health

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Master of Science in Nursing preferred

Job description

Fort Lauderdale Behavioral Health in Oakland Park, FL, part of Universal Health Services, seeks a Director of Nursing to oversee all patient care with 24-hour accountability. You will lead a senior nursing team, foster staff development, and ensure safe, evidence-based practices in a large behavioral health network.

BSN required; MSN preferred with licensure in Florida. The role emphasizes leadership, collaboration with corporate support, and opportunities for career advancement within UHS’s