Nurse Manager (RN) Behavioral Health

Lifepoint Health • Gilbert, AZ

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Nurse Manager (RN) at Copper Springs in Gilbert, Arizona, leads and supports behavioral health nursing operations in a 72-bed hospital offering inpatient and outpatient mental health and addiction programs for adults and seniors. The role supports the organization’s strategic plan and mission to make communities healthier, while promoting high-quality, compassionate patient care and a collaborative workplace.

The Nurse Manager oversees staff relations and operations, including performance management, scheduling, staff development, recruitment, payroll, and student engagement. The role monitors budgets, regulatory compliance, contracts, vendor relations, and the use and availability of departmental equipment and supplies. It also assesses patient-care quality, coordinates care with patients and clinical partners, and may provide direct patient care when necessary. The Nurse Manager fosters professional growth and incorporates evidence-based practices into operations and clinical protocols.

Copper Springs East provides inpatient psychiatric treatment, medical detox, PHP, IOP, ECT, 24/7 walk-in access, and a specialized Help for Heroes program. Its multidisciplinary team focuses on evidence-based, patient-centered care, safety, compassion, and clinical excellence.

Requirements

• Current Arizona or compact multi-state RN license.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited nursing school, or an associate degree with current enrollment in a bachelor’s nursing program.
• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Three years of experience in all aspects of medical-surgical nursing.
• Minimum of two years of supervisory experience.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in a psychiatric healthcare facility.
• Direct experience working with chemical dependency, dual diagnosis, psychiatric, and geriatric patients.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing departmental goals, standards, and objectives that support the organization’s strategic plan and vision.
• Manage staff relations, including performance management, staff satisfaction, and conflict management.
• Oversee scheduling, staff development, recruitment, payroll, and student engagements.
• Monitor departmental budgets, regulatory compliance, contracts, and vendor relations.
• Determine and justify needs for systems, equipment, and supplies; monitor usage and ensure equipment is in working order and supplies are stocked.
• Assess the quality of patient care and coordinate care services with patients, staff, physicians, and other departments.
• Provide patient care when necessary.
• Create and foster an environment that encourages professional growth.
• Integrate evidence-based practices into operations and clinical protocols.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance.
• Loan assistance.
• 401(k) retirement package with company match.
• Wellness programs, including free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs.
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager