Nurse Manager, Child Crisis

Monarch•Charlotte, NC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The primary responsibility of the Nurse Manager is to provide clinical management and operational direction for the assigned clinical unit. This position provides leadership and coordination within the area of responsibility and serves as a tactical point person as it relates to the care of the people we support, staff development, physician relationships, quality initiatives, program development, and corporate-wide success. Monarch works together to provide life-changing care in communities across North Carolina and Rhode Island, offering hope, promoting wellness, and empowering individuals and families impacted by mental illness, substance use disorders, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and traumatic brain injury. Monarch offers a positive and encouraging work environment where team members can do their best work and grow as professionals.

Requirements

Associates: Nursing (Required)
Registered Nurse (RN) - State Board of Nursing
Experience with children/youth/adolescents in a Crisis setting: 2 Years (Required)
Experience working with children, adolescents, or transition-aged youth with a mental health diagnosis, an intellectual/developmental disability, or substance use disorder: 2 Years (Required)
Supervisory Experience: 1 Year (Required)

Nice To Haves

Substance Use Experience: 1 Year (Not Required)
Experience working with children, adolescents, or transition-aged youth diagnosed with a substance use disorder is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensure that the unit is clinically staffed appropriately, including hour responsibility and ability to cover shifts that work either days or nights as needed.
Analyze patient flow problems and assist in instituting corrective actions.
Monitor clinical staff performance in compliance with established timeframes.
Function as an electronic health record super user, working closely to ensure appropriate training, error monitoring, and corrections are completed in a timely manner.
Provide direction and support for clinical staff to achieve the clinical goals and objectives of the unit and program.
Ensure that equipment and supplies that the providers require are readily available when needed and in emergencies, including medications, lab processing, and notification of emergency medical services when indicated.
Oversee and control stock drugs and controlled substances, including monitoring of all clinical logs for accuracy and completion, and implementation of infection control and standard precautions.
Manage staff (e.g., hiring, development, performance, terminating, etc.) to ensure utilization of positions assigned to best meet the needs of the individuals served.
Attend and actively participate in meetings and training as required.
Maintain current licensure and certification in all agency, state, and federal training requirements.
Demonstrate knowledge of and comply with all agency policies and procedures, as well as state and federal statutes and regulations related to specific program areas.
Demonstrate knowledge of emergency procedures and assist in crisis situations.
Complete all other relevant responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.