Psychiatric Inpatient Nursing Director

Freedom Behavioral; Ville Platte (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Freedom Behavioral of Ville Platte is seeking a dedicated DON/Nurse Manager to oversee nursing staff and ensure compliance with care standards in a senior adult inpatient unit. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years as a Registered Nurse, with significant experience in mental health nursing management.

This leadership role involves collaboration with HR, direct patient care, and participation in quality assurance processes, making it essential to have both clinical skills and administrative capability.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of clinical psychiatric/mental health nursing care experience.
• Active RN License through the Louisiana state board of nursing.
• 3 years in mental health nursing management.

Responsibilities

• Uphold care standards set by regulatory bodies.
• Ensure safe staffing and support nursing staff.
• Participate in the QAPI process.

Skills

Clinical judgement

Regulatory compliance

Team collaboration

Education

Registered Nurse for at least 5 years

MSN oversight

Job description

Freedom Behavioral of Ville Platte is seeking a dedicated DON/Nurse Manager to oversee nursing staff and ensure compliance with care standards in a senior adult inpatient unit. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years as a Registered Nurse, with significant experience in mental health nursing management.

This leadership role involves collaboration with HR, direct patient care, and participation in quality assurance processes, making it essential to have both clinical skills and administrative capability.