Clinical Nurse Manager - Psych Department at Opelousas General Health System

Opelousas, Louisiana, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Jul, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical Leadership, Staff Management, Psychiatric Nursing, Crisis Management, De-escalation Techniques, Psychopharmacology, Budget Management, Quality Improvement, Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Trauma-Informed Care, Regulatory Compliance, Care Planning

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

The Clinical Nurse Manager in a hospital plays a pivotal role in leading nursing staff within psychiatric or behavioral health units. Their responsibilities blend clinical expertise, administrative leadership, and strategic oversight to ensure high-quality mental health care. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: 1. Clinical Leadership o Oversee psychiatric nursing care delivery. o Ensure adherence to evidence-based practices and safety protocols. o Monitor patient outcomes and adjust care plans as needed. 2. Staff Management o Recruit, train, and supervise psychiatric nurses and support staff. o Schedule shifts, manage workloads, and conduct performance evaluations. o Foster a supportive and trauma-informed work environment. 3. Administrative Duties o Develop and implement departmental policies and procedures. o Ensure compliance with hospital, state, and federal regulations. o Manage budgets, resources, and documentation systems. 4. Quality Improvement & Safety o Lead or participate in Quality Improvement (QI) initiatives. o Monitor safety protocols and therapeutic milieu standards. o Address patient, family, and staff feedback to improve care delivery. 5. Interdisciplinary Collaboration o Coordinate with psychiatrists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals. o Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and care planning. 6. Community Engagement o Collaborate with community mental health organizations. o Advocate for mental health awareness and patient rights. Education: Bachelor's degree in Nursing required. License/Certification: Registered Nurse license in the state of Louisiana required. Experience: 5 years experience in Psychiatric nursing and prior management experience required. Additional Experience Preferred MSN or related advanced degree preferred. Psychiatric nursing certification is a plus. Strong leadership and communication Crisis management and de-escalation techniques Knowledge of psychopharmacology and mental health disorders

Responsibilities

Lead nursing staff within psychiatric units by blending clinical expertise with administrative oversight to ensure high-quality mental health care. Responsibilities include managing staff, overseeing care delivery, and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations.