Manager, Senior Care Behavioral Health - Days - FT - Biloxi Location
Memorial Hospital at Gulfport•Biloxi, MS
•Onsite
About The Position
The Geriatric Psychiatry Manager is responsible for the overall management, strategic planning, and daily operations of a geriatric psychiatry unit. This role involves ensuring the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care for older adults with complex mental health and medical needs, such as dementia, depression, and anxiety. The Manager provides leadership to a multidisciplinary team, oversees administrative functions, and ensures compliance with all regulatory standards. The Manager participates in committees related to the department and its initiatives.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree, graduate of an accredited program in Nursing (BSN)
- License, current MS RN license, compact license, or temporary permit for same (valid for 90 days only)
- 3 years of experience in Mental Health and/or Geri Psych nursing with demonstrated progressive leadership responsibility
- Expert clinical knowledge of disease management
- Meets accrediting agency standards as well as spreadsheet/database applications skills
- Policy, process, and procedures of the organization
- Financial and analytical skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Proficiency with computer applications/EHRs
- Advanced skills in multi-tasking, time management, and organization
- Excellent interpersonal skills while understanding the importance of positive relationships
- Advanced skill in using logic and reasoning to identify alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems
- Assume leadership roles in the interdisciplinary team and the organization
- Support the growth and development of team members
- Work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders
- Exercise sound judgement in making critical decisions
- Excellent judgement and creative problem-solving, including negotiation and conflict resolution
Nice To Haves
- Master's Degree, graduate of accredited program in psychiatric or mental health nursing or master's in nursing with experience in mental health as well as supervisory experience
Responsibilities
- Provide leadership and supervision to unit staff, professional, and administrative staff
- Foster a collaborative and effective workplace culture that aligns with the facility's mission and vision
- Recruit, train, and manage staff, including conducting performance evaluations and managing workload assignments
- Oversee the coordination of clinical services with support services
- Ensure the development and implementation of personalized treatment plans and care pathways
- Monitor quality of care, resource allocation, and safety issues
- Collaborate with medical staff and interdisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care across settings (inpatient, outpatient, long-term care)
- Develop and implement facility plans, policies, and procedures to meet changes in law or accreditation standards
- Manage the facility budget and resources effectively
- Ensure all documentation, policies, and procedures comply with HIPAA, state licensing, and accreditation requirements
- Prepare and present reports and correspondence for facility leadership and external agencies
- Serve as a liaison between the facility, community-based program providers, and patient families/caregivers
- Advocate for patients and assist them and their families in navigating complex healthcare systems and accessing support services
- Assists with screening referrals for admission; collaborates with Social Worker and Leadership to manage length of stay and admissions
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
