Behavioral Health Nurse Director

Gramercy Court • Sacramento, CA

397d • $110,000 - $125,000

About The Position

The Behavioral Health Nurse Director at Gramercy Court is responsible for overseeing the nursing staff and ensuring high-quality psychiatric care within a secured inpatient treatment program. This role involves fostering a patient-centered culture, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to meet the needs of residents with behavioral health challenges.

Requirements

• Current and unencumbered Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Registered Nurse (RN); RN preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate or bachelor's degree in field of nursing preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of psychiatric nursing experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership or management role preferred.
• Basic Life Support Certification required.
• Experience working with adults with developmental disabilities and/or moderate to severe mental illness preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of psychiatric nursing principles, mental health disorders, and treatment modalities.
• Experience in crisis intervention and conflict resolution.
• Ability to quickly build rapport and trust with residents.
• Experience in providing education and training to nursing staff.

Responsibilities

• Supervise nursing staff in providing safe, effective, and compassionate care to residents in a locked psychiatric setting.
• Recruit, train, and mentor nursing staff, ensuring compliance with best practices and organizational policies.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized treatment plans for residents.
• Develop and enforce nursing protocols and procedures in accordance with state regulations and accreditation standards.
• Lead and participate in crisis intervention and de-escalation efforts, ensuring a safe environment for both staff and residents.
• Monitor patient care outcomes and participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient satisfaction.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation of resident care activities, including assessments, interventions, and evaluations.
• Provide ongoing training and education to nursing staff on psychiatric best practices, medication management, and therapeutic communication.

Benefits

• Competitive salary ranging from $110,000 to $125,000 per year based on experience.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Education Level: High school or GED