Inpatient Psych Nurse Manager

About the role

This position involves coordinating patient care, managing personnel, maintaining and purchasing equipment, and tracking departmental statistics in a psychiatric inpatient setting. The role requires supervising staff, including hiring, training, assigning work, evaluating performance, and supporting professional development. The individual will contribute to staffing, budgeting, and ensuring safety and quality standards are met. Responsibilities also include overseeing patient care plans, managing staff productivity, and conducting performance reviews.

Responsibilities

• Manage staff performance, hiring, training, and scheduling.
• Develop and oversee staffing, budgets, and operational goals.
• Ensure delivery of patient-centered psychiatric care aligned with safety protocols.
• Coordinate care plans based on assessments and medical treatments.
• Monitor staff productivity, conduct evaluations, and administer disciplinary actions when needed.
• Maintain compliance with safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) is required.
• 2+ years of RN experience; preferred 5-10 years.
• Experience in inpatient hospital behavioral health is essential.
• Licensure as an RN is mandatory.
• Leadership experience, including supervision, is preferred.

Skills

• Strong organizational, communication, and safety awareness skills are necessary.