Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate RN Manager with a strong background in psychiatric nursing to oversee and coordinate the delivery of high-quality care in our psychiatric unit. The ideal candidate will have experience in managing psychiatric services, a thorough understanding of mental health disorders, and the ability to lead a dedicated team of healthcare professionals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership and Management:
• Supervise and mentor nursing staff, including RNs, LPNs, and psychiatric technicians.
• Schedule staff shifts and manage staffing levels to ensure optimal patient care.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide feedback to staff.
• Promote a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Clinical Oversight:
• Oversee the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care in the psychiatric unit.
• Ensure that all care provided adheres to established protocols and best practices for psychiatric care.
• Monitor patient progress and make necessary adjustments to care plans in collaboration with the treatment team.
• Quality and Compliance:
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, accreditation standards, and organizational policies.
• Implement and monitor quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and safety.
• Handle incident reports, patient grievances, and other compliance issues.
• Training and Development:
• Develop and implement training programs for new staff and ongoing education for current staff.
• Stay updated on the latest advancements in psychiatric nursing and integrate evidence-based practices into the unit.
• Collaboration and Communication:
• Act as a liaison between the psychiatric unit and other departments to ensure coordinated care.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the multidisciplinary team.
• Participate in case conferences, treatment planning meetings, and other relevant forums.

Qualifications:

• Education:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) required; Master’s Degree in Nursing or Healthcare Administration preferred.
• Licensure:
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in [State].
• Certification in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing (PMH-BC) preferred.
• Experience:
• Minimum of 5 years of clinical nursing experience, with at least 3 years in psychiatric nursing.
• Previous management or supervisory experience in a psychiatric setting is highly desirable.
• Skills:
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Excellent clinical judgment and decision-making abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle complex and sensitive situations with empathy and professionalism.

Skill Required:
Nursing Supervisor, Clinical Nurse Manager, Nurse Administrator, Nurse Director, Healthcare Services Manager.

Job Types: Travel nursing, Contract, Temporary

Pay: $3,500.00 - $3,700.00 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Referral program
• Travel reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

• Addiction Medicine
• Hospital Medicine
• Psychiatry
• Trauma Medicine

Physical Setting:

• Acute care
• Hospital
• Inpatient
• Rehabilitation center

Supplemental Pay:

• Breakdown pay
• Overtime pay

Experience:

• Nursing: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Required)
• RN (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Brattleboro, VT 05301 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Brattleboro, VT 05301: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person