RN Nurse Manager — Psychiatric Care Leader

Cedar Ridge Hospital; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision

Job summary

Cedar Ridge Behavioral Hospital, a UHS facility, seeks a Nurse Manager to supervise nursing/patient care teams across all shifts in a 24/7 inpatient setting. You will conduct patient assessments, implement treatment plans, and ensure documentation and regulatory compliance while supporting staff education and development.

Ideal candidates hold RN licensure with CPR, 1–2 years psychiatric nursing experience and 1–2 years supervisory experience; BSN or MS preferred.

Qualifications

• RN licensed with CPR certification required.
• 1–2 years psychiatric nursing experience required.
• BSN or Master’s degree preferred.
• 1–2 years supervisory/charge nurse experience required.
• CPR Instructor preferred.
• Infection control experience a plus.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Drug test and background check required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision to nursing/patient care teams across all shifts.
• Perform patient assessments and implement/tune treatment plans.
• Ensure complete documentation and regulatory compliance.
• Administer medications as prescribed.
• Support ADON in staff education and performance development.
• Uphold ANA Standards of Practice and facility policies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Computer skills

Regulatory compliance

Education

RN licensure (Oklahoma)

BSN or MS

CPR certification

Tools

Electronic health records (EHR)

Job description

Responsibilities

The Nurse Manager provides direct supervision to nursing/patient care team on all shifts facility-wide for all patient service levels in an around-the-clock in-patient environment. Provides physical assessments of patients, implements patients’ treatment plans, evaluates response to treatment, provides complete documentation, performs physical restraint assessments, administers medications as prescribed, and provides health care education for patients and families. Assists ADON in employee recruitment, education, and performance development, as well as policy review and implementation, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Performs duties in accordance with the ANA Standards of Practice for Psychiatric Mental Health Care, and facility mission, values, policies, and behavioral standards. Reports to Assistant Director of Nursing.

Key Requirements include:

• Licensure and registration by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing as a registered nurse (RN) and CPR certification required
• One (1) to two (2) years prior clinical experience and recent psychiatric nursing experience required
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program required
• One (1) to two (2) years of supervisory/charge nurse experience required

Cedar Ridge Behavioral Hospital (a UHS facility)Cedar Ridge Behavioral Hospital provides inpatient and residential treatment services for youth ages 5-17, as well as inpatient, partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient services for adults ages 18+. Our treatment programs provide a structured and supportive treatment environment that promotes self-acceptance and helps stabilize patients suffering from acute psychiatric illness. Our multidisciplinary treatment teams consist of psychiatrists, licensed therapists and highly specialized nurses who collaborate to develop and implement effective and compassionate treatment plans for our patients. Cedar Ridge is a behavioral health facility that encompasses a 206-bed acute psychiatric hospital and residential treatment center on a beautifully wooded campus with a stocked pond, school, gym, outdoor courtyard and playground.Website: www.cedarridgebhs.com

BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• Shift Differential for applicable shifts
• Competitive Compensation andGenerous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
• Employee Assistance Program available for employees and family
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Basic Life Insurance and Optional supplemental life insurance
• Referral Bonus Options
• Career development opportunities across UHS and out 300+ locations!
• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• More Information is available on our benefits Guest Website: uhsguest.com

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500® corporation, annual revenues during 2025 were $17.4 billion. In 2026, UHS was again recognized as one of Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies™ and in 2025, was listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies.

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 101,500 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 40 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. For additional information visit www.uhs.com.

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Qualifications

• Licensure and registration by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing as a registered nurse (RN) and CPR certification required
• One (1) to two (2) years prior clinical experience and recent psychiatric nursing experience required
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program required
• One (1) to two (2) years of supervisory/charge nurse experience required
• BSN or Master’s degree preferred
• CPR Instructor preferred
• Infection control experience a plus
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Successfully complete a drug test
• Successfully pass a national background check
• Ability to push, pull and lift up to 40 pounds
• Intermittent sitting, standing, walking, bending and stooping
• Strong Computer skills
• Excellent Communication skills
• Strong Leadership skills

The ideal candidate is dependable, compassionate, punctual, and enjoys helping others

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