Psych Nurse Manager

Description

Psych Nurse Manager

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Psychiatric Nurse Manager to lead our mental health nursing team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to influence patient care quality and foster a supportive, collaborative work environment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership skills, clinical expertise, and a passion for mental health services.

Key Responsibilities:

- Oversee daily operations of the psychiatric nursing department, ensuring high standards of patient care and safety

- Supervise, mentor, and evaluate nursing staff, fostering professional development and team cohesion

- Develop and implement policies, procedures, and protocols aligned with best practices and regulatory requirements

- Coordinate patient care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams

- Monitor clinical outcomes and implement quality improvement initiatives

- Manage staffing schedules, budgets, and resource allocation

- Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, accreditation standards, and organizational policies

- Serve as a liaison between staff, patients, families, and external agencies

Skills and Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) required; Master’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or related field preferred

- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license and relevant state licensure

- Minimum of 5 years of experience in psychiatric or mental health nursing

- Proven leadership and management experience in a healthcare setting

- Strong knowledge of mental health disorders, treatment modalities, and psychiatric medications

- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills

- Ability to handle complex clinical situations with professionalism and compassion

- Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems and quality assurance processes

Join our organization committed to providing compassionate mental health care and supporting professional growth. We offer a collaborative work environment, ongoing training opportunities, and a chance to make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives.