Nursing Manager- Inpatient Services

Team Recovery Ohio LLC; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Team Recovery LLC seeks an Inpatient Nursing Manager to supervise nursing supervisors and BHTs in an inpatient detox and residential facility in Ohio. The role ensures high-quality client care and regulatory compliance.

The candidate will oversee day-to-day operations, staff development, and care coordination with medical staff and therapists, while maintaining safety and quality standards within a compassionate treatment environment.

Qualifications

• Requires RN license in Ohio and BLS/CPR certification (training provided).
• Experience: 2+ years in Behavioral Health/SUD field as supervisor/manager.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of emergency procedures for alcohol/drug overdoses and withdrawal stages.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage a team of nurses and BHTs, including hiring, training, scheduling, and evaluations.
• Oversee day-to-day operations of nursing and BHT departments for efficient workflows.
• Monitor adherence to quality improvement initiatives and regulatory standards.
• Assess and manage risks to client safety and develop mitigation strategies.
• Lead education and training initiatives for nursing leadership and staff.
• Coordinate care with medical staff and therapists to develop individualized treatment plans.
• Ensure timely and accurate documentation; provide leadership during crises.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Critical thinking

Crisis intervention

Risk assessment

Safety planning

Emergency procedures

Regulatory knowledge

Staff development

Education

Associate degree in nursing

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Job description

Position Purpose:

The Inpatient Nursing Manager will oversee the nursing supervisors and medical operations within the inpatient detox and residential facility. The Nursing Manager will be responsible for overseeing the delivery of high-quality client care and maintaining regulatory compliance.

Education Requirements:

• Associate degree in nursing required.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing preferred.

Experience Requirements:

• 2 or more years of experience working in the Behavioral Health and/or SUD treatment field as a supervisor or Manager required.

Licensure Requirements:

• Registered Nurse License, valid in Ohio.
• BLS/CPR Certification required, will train upon hire.
• Must have a valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, be 21 years or older, and be deemed insurable through Team Recovery's insurance carrier.

Knowledge required at time of hire:

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
• Demonstrated ability to inspire, engage, and develop nursing talent.
• Exceptional problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
• Knowledge of Alcohol and addictive drugs and their physical, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual impact on the individual and family.
• Ability to determine if a medical emergency exists and to take appropriate action, when necessary.
• Knowledge of emergency procedures used in case of alcohol and/or drug overdose.
• Knowledge of the stages of alcohol and other drug withdrawals and ability to take appropriate action at each stage.
• Knowledge and competency in crisis intervention, de-escalation, and calming techniques.
• Knowledge and competency in risk factors for suicide/homicide.
• Knowledge and competency in risk assessment and safety planning.
• Knowledge of Federal, State and Municipal laws and/or regulations that regulate the treatment of alcoholism and drug addiction, including:
  • Confidentiality
  • Patient Rights
  • Professional Code of Ethics
  • Discrimination
• Knowledge of airborne and blood borne pathogens (TB, HIV, AIDS, HB) and risk reduction methodologies and the use of universal precautions.

Core Responsibilities:

• Staff Management
  • Supervise and manage a team of nurses and BHT's, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance evaluations.
• Operations and Quality:
  • Oversee the day-to-day operations of the nursing and BHT department, ensuring efficient workflows, optimal resource allocation, and effective utilization of staff.
  • Ensure that nursing and BHT staff provide appropriate care and treatment to clients.
  • Monitor and maintain high standards of care by monitoring adherence to quality improvement initiatives, conducting audits, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Assess and manage potential risks to client safety and develop strategies to mitigate these risks.
  • Advocate for the needs and rights of clients with behavioral health complications, ensuring that they receive compassionate and effective care.
  • Implement and oversee nursing and BHT policies and procedures.
  • Ensures that documentation is completed timely and accurately.
  • Provides leadership and support during crises or emergencies involving clients.
• Staff Development and Engagement:
  • Lead education and training initiatives of nursing supervisors based on best practices in behavioral health care, new treatment modalities, and regulatory requirements.
  • Oversee education and training to nursing and BHT staff on best practices in behavioral health care, new treatment modalities, and regulatory requirements.
  • Flexibility to adapt to schedule changes and assumption of responsibilities not delineated in the job description which is related to work as a part of leadership at an inpatient behavioral health facility.
• Care Coordination:
  • Build and maintain productive relationships with key stakeholders, including medical staff, administrators, and other interdisciplinary team members.
  • Serve as a liaison between the nursing and BHT's department and other departments, fostering effective communication and collaboration.
  • Work closely with other healthcare professionals, such as medical providers and therapists, to develop and implement comprehensive and individualized treatment plans for clients.