Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Manager

Valley Springs Behavioral Health Hospital; Holyoke (MA); On-site; USD 106,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

401(k) matching

Job summary

Valley Springs Behavioral Health Hospital in Holyoke, MA is seeking a Nurse Manager for the Medical/Surgical/TCU to lead daily operations and drive excellence in patient care. You will provide clinical leadership, safety, and quality initiatives while guiding staffing and collaboration with physicians and interdisciplinary teams.

The role requires a BSN, an active RN license, BLS certification, and a minimum of 3 years in medical/surgical nursing with 2 years in supervisory or leadership roles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) required.
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in medical/surgical nursing.
• Minimum of 2 years of supervisory or leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Medical/Surgical/TCU department.
• Provide clinical leadership and direction for patient care.
• Assess quality of care and coordinate with patients, staff, physicians and other departments.
• Lead staff relations, performance management and engagement.
• Oversee scheduling, payroll, development and recruitment.
• Monitor budgets, regulatory compliance and vendor relationships.
• Promote evidence-based practices and safety standards.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Critical thinking

Communication

Team leadership

Prioritization

Education

BSN

Job description

Nurse Manager - Medical/Surgical/TCU

Your experience matters

Valley Springs Behavioral Health Hospital is operated jointly with Lifepoint Health and Baystate Health. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others.

As a Nurse Manager - Medical/Surgical/TCU, you'll play a vital leadership role in ensuring high-quality patient care while supporting the daily operations, professional development, and success of our nursing team. Your clinical expertise, leadership, and commitment to excellence will help create an environment where patients receive safe, compassionate, and exceptional care.

More about our team

Our nursing team works collaboratively across departments to provide safe, patient-centered care in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Medical/Surgical and Transitional Care Unit (TCU) team is committed to clinical excellence, patient safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

As a member of our leadership team, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on both patient outcomes and the employee experience.

How you'll contribute

As the Nurse Manager, you will oversee the daily operations of your assigned department and ensure alignment with departmental and organizational objectives. You will provide clinical leadership and direction while fostering a culture of safety, accountability, collaboration, and professional growth.

A successful Nurse Manager will:

• Assist in developing departmental goals, standards, and objectives that support the organization's strategic plan and vision
• Provide leadership and direction for patient care within the assigned department
• Assess the quality of patient care and coordinate services with patients, staff, physicians, and other departments
• Lead staff relations activities, including performance management, employee engagement, staff satisfaction, and conflict resolution
• Oversee department scheduling, staff development, recruitment, payroll, and student engagement activities
• Create and foster an environment that promotes professional growth, teamwork, and employee development
• Monitor departmental budgets, regulatory compliance, contracts, and vendor relationships
• Identify and justify department needs for equipment, supplies, and other resources
• Monitor supply usage and ensure equipment and systems are maintained in proper working order
• Integrate evidence-based practices into department operations and clinical protocols
• Promote compliance with hospital policies, regulatory requirements, and patient safety standards
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to promote positive patient outcomes
• Provide direct patient care when necessary to support department operations
• Demonstrate decisive judgment and critical thinking when responding to clinical and operational challenges
• Support continuous quality improvement initiatives and promote a culture of clinical excellence

ScheduleJob Type: Full-TimeShift: Evening ShiftSchedule: 3P-11PSign On Bonus: $15,000Salary Range:$106K - $143K

What we're looking forApplicants should have a strong clinical background and demonstrated leadership experience in medical/surgical nursing.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) required, or current enrollment in a bachelor's degree nursing program

Licenses

Current Registered Nurse (RN) license

Certifications

Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Experience

Minimum of 3 years of experience in medical/surgical nursing

Minimum of 2 years of supervisory or leadership experience

Additional qualifications include

• Strong clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills
• Decisive judgment and the ability to work independently
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to effectively manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop nursing staff
• Strong interpersonal and conflict-resolution skills
• Commitment to patient safety, quality care, and regulatory compliance
• Ability to work effectively with patients, families, physicians, staff, and interdisciplinary teams

Schedule

ScheduleJob Type: Full-TimeShift: Evening ShiftSchedule: 3P-11PSign On Bonus: $15,000Salary Range:$106K - $143K

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• 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: Tuition assistance, certification support, loan assistance, and 401(k) with company match
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs, including gym memberships, virtual care, and mental health services
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and advancement opportunities

More about Valley Springs Behavioral Health Hospital

Valley Springs Behavioral Health Hospital is a 150-bed inpatient behavioral health hospital serving the Western Massachusetts community. We provide comprehensive mental health and addiction treatment services in a modern, patient-centered environment.

As a joint venture between Lifepoint Health and Baystate Health, we are committed to making communities healthier® through teamwork, compassion, and clinical excellence.

EEOC Statement

Valley Springs Behavioral Health Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Valley Springs Behavioral Health Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

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.