Nurse Manager, Behavioral Health – Brooklyn, NY ($145k-160k)
Our client, a hospital-based healthcare organization in Brooklyn, NY, is seeking a Nurse Manager, Behavioral Health to provide leadership and operational oversight for an inpatient psychiatric unit. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced behavioral health nursing leader who has managed a psych unit in a hospital setting and is looking to join a collaborative, patient-centered environment.
Responsibilities
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Oversee day-to-day operations of the behavioral health unit in partnership with department leadership
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Ensure delivery of high-quality patient care while maintaining compliance with hospital policies and regulatory standards
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Support admissions, discharges, patient flow, and discharge planning processes
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Lead performance improvement initiatives and support interdisciplinary collaboration across the unit
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Monitor compliance with applicable regulatory agencies including NYSDOH, JCAHO, and other governing bodies
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Prepare and review clinical, operational, and statistical reports as needed
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Support budgeting, supply oversight, and other administrative functions for the unit
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Provide leadership coverage and help ensure operational continuity on a 24-hour basis as needed
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Promote best practices in patient care, staff development, and service excellence
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Participate in continuing education and ongoing professional development activities
Required Qualifications
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Active New York State RN license
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BSN required; MSN preferred
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Minimum 5 years of experience as a Registered Nurse
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Minimum 5 years of clinical experience in psychiatry
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Minimum 2 years of leadership experience
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Prior experience managing a psych unit in a hospital
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Strong knowledge of regulatory standards, quality improvement processes, and root cause analysis
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Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
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Experience working with electronic medical record and healthcare systems
Required Certifications
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BLS
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ACLS
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Crisis Management certification such as PMCS or TRUST
Ideal Profile
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Experienced inpatient behavioral health nurse leader
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Comfortable balancing clinical, operational, and administrative responsibilities
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Strong team builder with a patient-first mindset
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Able to thrive in a fast-paced hospital setting and lead with professionalism and accountability
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Previous experience working with children under 6
Compensation: $145,000–$160,000
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