Nurse Manager

Location: High Point Inpatient Campus - Hyannis, MA Licensure: Current and unrestricted license in Massachusetts as a Registered Nurse Pay Range: $99,840-$135,200 salaried annually depending on experience, education, and licensure Status: Full Time; Monday-Friday Shift: Day Shift (can be flexible; generally, 8am-4:30pm or 9a-5:30pm) About Us High Point & Affiliated Organizations (HPAO) is a health and human service agency whose mission is to treat and prevent substance use disorders and mental illness. High Point has programs located throughout Southeastern Massachusetts, offering a full continuum of care for substance use and mental health treatment, including inpatient, outpatient, residential, and community-based services. Programs and services also assist survivors of abuse, violence, and families experiencing homelessness. High Point believes that everyone has inherent goodness, worth, and dignity. Our goal is to help individuals and families achieve personal change and improve their quality of life. Nurse Manager Requirements Must always present as courteous and professional;Demonstrated flexibility and ability to perform multiple tasks;Must have excellent communication skills, including the ability to organize ideas in logical and clear fashion;Must have the ability to work with others in a cooperative and collaborative manner;TB screening;Certification of the HPAO approved de-escalation training;Strong and effective verbal, written and organizational skills;Knowledge of basic computer skills and software programs including the ability to learn, use and train HPAO's electronic medical records;Ability to provide leadership and program development within an inpatient facility;Knowledge of major clinical therapeutic models and behavioral health best practice; Nurse Manager Duties & Responsibilities Compliance with the Federal Regulations, 42 CFR Part 2, Confidentiality of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Patients and HIPAA Regulations;Compliance with DPH, DMH, Joint Commission, DEA and all other regulatory agencies as required;Knowledge of ASAM criteria;Monitoring of patient needs related to filling practitioner orders, administration of medications, monitoring vital signs, coordinating medical care, monitoring withdrawal (COWS/CIWA);Assist with discharge planning and care coordination activities;Provide brief crisis counseling, individualized risk management and safety planning;Provide psychoeducation to both patients and staff related to medical/nursing areas of expertise;Ensure patient care meets best practice standards;Ensure compliance with all governing regulations and payor guidelines;Ensure compliance with HPAO policies and procedures;Participate in the recruitment, hiring, promotion, training, and evaluation of nursing staff;Assist in developing nursing and medication records on each patient;Reviews and make recommendations regarding policies and procedures;Reports to Infection Control Committee as needed;Assist in monitoring inventory, ordering of medications, and equipment needed for daily operation of the unit in collaboration with the pharmacy;Responsible for the fiscal management i.e. nursing budget for the unit;Participate in quality assurance and implementing quality improvement planning, including Tally Card, CQI and/or failure mode projects;Reviews Incident Reports and Sentinel Events, as required;Provide supervision for nursing staff personnel;Participate in all required committee meetings;Responsible for the proper disposal of medications;Responsible for the scheduling of nurses to maintain adequate nursing staffing patterns to manage the day-to-day operation of the unit;Monitors both open and closed charts for correct and complete documentation;Assists in the development and monitoring of programming schedules;Attends monthly Nurse Managers meeting to maintain consistency in nursing practice;Attend mandatory training to update knowledge base and enhance both professional and personal growth;Other duties as assigned by the Director of Nursing, Site Director, or COO to insure safe and appropriate operation of the program(. Nurse Manager Qualifications Five to eight years of direct care experience within a behavioral health and/or substance use disorder treatment setting;2 years supervisory experience preferred;Current and unrestricted license in Massachusetts as a Registered Nurse. Benefits High Point’s main objective is to ensure employees and their families lead fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide resources and support that help build and sustain physical, financial, and emotional well-being so employees can focus on what matters most. Medical, dental, and vision insuranceFlexible spending accounts and dependent care accountsLong-term and short-term disabilityLife insurance403(b) retirement planPaid vacation and time offPFMLEmployee Assistance ProgramBonuses and referral incentivesDiscounted auto, home, and renters’ insuranceFree courses to become a Licensed Counselor or Recovery CoachCompany-paid CEU training with education daysFree meals at select programs, based on availability