Electro Convulsive Therapy (ECT) Nurse Supervisor

Houston Behavioral Healthcare Hospital is passionate about quality behavioral healthcare and compassionate about those we serve. We recognize that emotional, behavioral, and chemical dependency problems can affect all areas of a person's life. Our individual mental health treatment programs are tailored to address each person's unique problems and needs.

About the role

The Registered Nurse Supervisor specializing in Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) maintains a high standard of nursing care and contributes to the provision of high-quality ECT services. This role involves both pre- and post-operative care for individuals receiving ECT treatments and close collaboration with psychiatrists and anesthesiologists to ensure patient safety and comfort throughout the procedure.

Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:00 PM. Treatment days are Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient and family education by explaining the ECT procedure and addressing concerns.
• Pre-procedure: Assess the patient, start IVs, and review consent and medical history.
• Post-procedure: Manage the patient's recovery from anesthesia, monitor for side effects, and prepare them for discharge back to their inpatient unit or home.
• Supervise Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVN) and Mental Health Technicians.
• Coordinate processes with phlebotomists, medical staff, and psychiatrists.
• Obtain pre-authorizations for ECT procedures through insurance.
• Provide quarterly reports and ensure supplies are ordered for the ECT department.
• Facilitate the delivery of care for patients receiving inpatient and outpatient ECT in collaboration with medical and nursing leadership.
• Demonstrate self-control in potentially volatile, hostile, or combative situations; meet deadlines; and work independently.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration between staff and other departments regarding patient care issues.

Requirements

• Current RN license to practice nursing in the State of Texas.
• BSN preferred.
• ACLS Certification required (must be attained within 30 days of hire date).
• Two years of clinical experience in Psychiatric/Behavioral Health preferred.
• SAMA certification (must be attained within 30 days of hire date).

Skills

• Flexibility
• Organizational and time management skills
• Crisis management skills

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and PTO cash-out
• Short-Term Disability (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD)
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Tickets At Work
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)