Nurse Manager (RN)

UHS•Sacramento, CA

81d•Onsite

About The Position

Sierra Vista Hospital is seeking a Nurse Manager. If you're passionate about working in the behavioral health setting and have the desire to lead a team of healthcare professionals dedicated to serving our patients, we want to hear from you! The Nurse Manager is responsible for ensuring coordinated delivery of patient care in accordance with the established standards of care, mental health practice and hospital policy, goals, and objectives. This position assists in contributing to the hospital’s philosophy, objectives, educational and Quality Improvement efforts, while providing supervision to the nursing staff assigned to his/her unit.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited school of professional nursing required.
Current RN license to practice by the State Board of Nursing.
CPR certification.
Successful completion of the hospital’s designated behavioral and physical management training program, including de-escalation and appropriate use of seclusion and restraint required prior to assisting in the procedures.

Nice To Haves

A Bachelor’s degree is preferred or an equivalent combination of education and experience in psychiatric nursing management is acceptable.
A minimum of three (3) years experience in a psychiatric health-care facility preferred.
A valid driver's license is preferred.
Thorough knowledge of TJC, CMS, OSHA requirements, and state regulatory requirements preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensuring coordinated delivery of patient care in accordance with the established standards of care, mental health practice and hospital policy, goals, and objectives.
Assisting in contributing to the hospital’s philosophy, objectives, educational and Quality Improvement efforts.
Providing supervision to the nursing staff assigned to his/her unit.