Program Director, Registered Nurse (RN) Behavioral Health

Lifepoint Health®; Muscle Shoals (AL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement package with company match

Loan assistance and tuition assistance

Free gym memberships and wellness programs

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Lifepoint Health® is seeking a Program Director for Behavioral Health at North Alabama Shoals Hospital. This role involves managing the operations, budgeting, and strategic development of high-quality behavioral health services.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s in Nursing and have leadership experience in the field. Employees can expect comprehensive benefits, including health coverage and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 3 years of leadership experience preferred.
• Qualified in the care of behavioral health patients.
• Licensure in State of Practice if applicable.
• Licensed Master’s level clinician required.

Responsibilities

• Manage behavioral health unit operations, staffing, and care delivery.
• Participate in strategic planning and budgeting efforts.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies and regulatory standards.
• Act as liaison between leadership and unit staff.
• Lead change initiatives and promote positive work environment.

Skills

Leadership in behavioral health

Policy enforcement

Strategic planning

Budgeting and financial management

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Master’s degree in nursing

Job description

Overview

North Alabama Shoals Hospital is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well‑being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Program Director joining our team, you are embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

North Alabama Shoals Hospital is a 198‑bed general acute care facility boasting spacious, private rooms for all patients, a 24‑hour emergency department, medical and oncology services; medical/surgical inpatient units; and short‑stay surgery units. Shoals also operates the region's only inpatient acute rehabilitation facility, the J. W. Sommer Rehabilitation Unit, and the Shoals Senior Care Center, the Shoals' only psychiatric unit dedicated to our senior adults.

Position Summary

The Program Director of Behavioral Health oversees strategic planning, operations, and policy enforcement to ensure high‑quality, cost‑effective behavioral health services. They manage budgeting, supervise staff, and guide both short‑ and long‑term program development to maintain financial and clinical excellence.

Responsibilities

• Manages all aspects of behavioral health unit operations, including staffing, care delivery, and facility maintenance.
• Participates in strategic planning, budgeting, and marketing efforts to support program growth.
• Ensures compliance with hospital policies, regulatory standards, and accreditation requirements.
• Acts as a liaison between hospital leadership, divisional teams, and unit staff to maintain collaboration.
• Leads change initiatives, evaluates leadership performance, and promotes a positive work environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing required. Master’s degree in nursing; preferred.
• Qualified by education and experience in the care of behavioral health patients.
• Licensure in State of Practice if applicable.
• Licensed Master’s level clinician required.
• Marriage and Family Therapy, Professional Counseling preferred.
• 3 years of leadership experience preferred.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full‑time and part‑time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well‑being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
• Sign‑On Bonus negotiable based on experience.

EEOC Statement

North Alabama Shoals Hospital is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community‑based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post‑acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.