Nurse Manager - Inpatient Mental Health

Amery Hospital & Clinic • Hutchinson, MN

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About The Position

Nurse Manager – Inpatient Mental Health (IPMH)
Lead with purpose. Advocate with heart. Shape the future of mental health care.
Hutchinson Health is seeking a dynamic and passionate Nurse Manager to lead our 12‑bed Inpatient Mental Health Unit, serving both adolescents and adults. Grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), our program is known for compassionate, evidence‑based care delivered through strong interdisciplinary collaboration.
This is a meaningful leadership opportunity for an experienced mental health nurse leader who is energized by team development, clinical excellence, and advocacy for patients and staff.
Why This Role Matters
As Nurse Manager, you will play a pivotal role in setting the vision, culture, and clinical direction of Inpatient Mental Health Services. You will lead a dedicated team of nurses and work in close partnership with psychiatry, social services, and hospital leadership to ensure safe, high‑quality, and patient‑centered care.
About Hutchinson Health
Hutchinson Health is part of the HealthPartners system and is a patient‑centered, progressive healthcare organization. We are a 66‑bed, Joint Commission‑accredited hospital with four clinics, located in a welcoming Crow River community of approximately 14,000, just 60 miles west of the Twin Cities.
We are widely recognized for our exceptional mental health services and dedicated psychiatric expertise serving adolescents and adults. Our teams value collaboration, respect, and a shared commitment to improving mental health outcomes.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Lead a specialized mental health team where your voice and expertise matter
Collaborate with engaged psychiatry and interdisciplinary partners
Make a lasting impact on patients, families, staff, and the community
Join an organization that values compassion, teamwork, and professional growth
At HealthPartners we believe in the power of good – good deeds and good people working together. As part of our team, you’ll find an inclusive environment that encourages new ways of thinking, celebrates differences, and recognizes hard work.
We’re a nonprofit, integrated health care organization, providing health insurance in six states and high-quality care at more than 90 locations, including hospitals and clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin. We bring together research and education through HealthPartners Institute, training medical professionals across the region and conducting innovative research that improve lives around the world.
At HealthPartners, everyone is welcome, included and valued. We’re working together to increase diversity and inclusion in our workplace, advance health equity in care and coverage, and partner with the community as advocates for change.
Benefits Designed to Support Your Total Health
As a HealthPartners colleague, we’re committed to nurturing your diverse talents, valuing your dedication, and supporting your work-life balance. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to support every aspect of your life, including health, time off, retirement planning, and continuous learning opportunities. Our goal is to help you thrive physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially, so you can continue delivering exceptional care.
Join us in our mission to improve the health and well-being of our patients, members, and communities.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identify, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse (RN) with a current Minnesota license
• Clinical experience in Mental Health, with demonstrated leadership capability
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and decision‑making skills
• Ability to lead with empathy, accountability, and sound clinical judgment
• 3–7 years of clinical experience required; prior leadership experience preferred

Nice To Haves

• BSN preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and operational leadership for the Inpatient Mental Health Unit
• Oversee patient care delivery, staffing, and clinical quality outcomes
• Foster a supportive, engaged, and high‑performing nursing team through coaching and mentorship
• Collaborate closely with the VP of Patient Care Services/Chief Nurse Officer and the Mental Health Medical Director
• Ensure regulatory compliance and support continuous quality improvement initiatives
• Partner with other Nurse Managers across the organization to support shared initiatives and operational alignment

Benefits

• As a HealthPartners colleague, we’re committed to nurturing your diverse talents, valuing your dedication, and supporting your work-life balance. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to support every aspect of your life, including health, time off, retirement planning, and continuous learning opportunities. Our goal is to help you thrive physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially, so you can continue delivering exceptional care.

What This Job Offers

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