Nurse Manager (RN) Behavioral Health

Manages the daily operations of the assigned department functioning to ensure alignment with departmental and organizational objectives. Responsible for the direction of patient care with the assigned scope.
Reports to: Director Medical/ Surgical Unit/ TCU
FLSA: Exempt
Education: Bachelor's degree in nursing or current enrollment in a bachelor's program for nursing required.
Licenses: Current Registered Nurse Licensure 
Certifications: Current American Heart Association BLS certification 
Minimum Work Experience
Three or more years of experience in all aspects of medical surgical nursing and a minimum of 2 years supervisory experience.
Required Skills
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action; Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
Essential Functions?
Assists with developing specific departmental goals, standards, and objectives which directly support the strategic plan and vision of the organization.
Manages staff relations including performance management, staff satisfaction, and conflict management. Performs and oversees scheduling, staff development, recruitment, payroll, and student engagements.
Monitors departmental budgets, regulatory compliance, departmental contracts, and vendor relations. Determines and justifies needs for systems/equipment/supplies purchases, monitors usage, and oversees proper working order and/or stock supplies.
Assesses the quality of patient care delivered and coordinates patient care services with patients, staff, physicians, and other departments. May provide patient care when necessary.
Creates and fosters an environment that encourages professional growth.
Integrates evidence-based practices into operations and clinical protocols.
Non-Essential Functions

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.