NURSE MANAGER-SALARY

About the role

Directs the daily activities of adolescent males in programming utilizing acceptable behavioral management principles. Must have the ability to exercise independent judgment in crisis situations.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Oversight & Safety - Directs psychiatric and medical care under physician supervision in alignment with federal PRTF requirements. Oversees nursing assessments, daily clinical rounds, and youth health monitoring. Ensures compliance with federal restraint/seclusion regulations (§483.350–§483.376). Leads clinical response to acute psychiatric or medical events.
• MEDICATION MANAGEMENT & MARS - Oversees the Medication Administration Record System (MARS) for accuracy and audit readiness. Ensures safe storage, controlled substance counts, PRN justification, and medication-error reporting. Coordinates with pharmacy for reconciliation, refills, and formulary compliance.
• STAFFING, SCHEDULING & COMPETENCY - Maintains 24/7 nursing coverage as required for PRTFs. Adjusts staffing based on acuity rather than fixed ratios. Conducts onboarding, annual competencies, and trauma-informed care training.
• REGULATORY COMPLIANCE & DOCUMENTATION - Ensures compliance with CMS PRTF standards, CDHS Volume 7, BHA/HFEMS rules, and serious-occurrence reporting requirements. Oversees chart audits, documentation quality, and corrective action plans. Leads nursing review of restraint/seclusion events, self-harm attempts, AWOLs, and medication errors. Participates in quality improvement, data tracking, and regulatory reporting.
• INTERDISCIPLINARY COORDINATION - Collaborates with psychiatry, therapists, milieu staff, and operations to support integrated treatment. Ensures nursing participation in treatment planning, ITCT processes, and discharge planning. Coordinates with external providers, RAEs, and case managers when applicable.
• FAMILY, YOUTH & STAKEHOLDER COMMUNICATION - Provides clear, trauma-responsive communication to youth, families, and guardians. Ensures youth understand their medications, care plans, and safety expectations.

Qualifications

• Education and Experience Required: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Other Qualifications: At least twenty-one (21) years of age. Must have a valid Driver's License. Physical exams that include TB and drug testing. Must pass both federal and state background checks which screen for crimes including, but not limited to drug related crimes, violent crimes, sexual abuse, domestic violence, child abuse, and repeated misdemeanors.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to stand, walk, bend, and assist individuals as needed. Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Skills

• Compassionate
• Dependable
• Patient
• Team-Oriented
• Service-Focused
• Professional
• Positive
• Committed to Helping Others

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• DailyPay – Access Your Earned Wages Before Payday
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Company-Paid Training
• Career Growth & Development
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Certification Opportunities
• Leadership Development Programs
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Opportunities Across Multiple Service Lines
• Meaningful Work That Matters
• Make a Difference Every Day
• Support Individuals and Families
• Build Meaningful Relationships
• Strengthen Communities
• Join a Mission-Driven Organization

Pay

$1,500 SIGN ON BONUS

Schedule

Full-Time