Nurse Manager

High Point & SEMCOA•New Bedford, MA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

High Point & Affiliated Organizations is a health and human service agency dedicated to treating and preventing substance use disorders and mental illness. With programs across Southeastern Massachusetts, we offer a comprehensive continuum of care, including inpatient, outpatient, residential, and community-based services. We also support survivors of abuse, violence, and families experiencing homelessness. Our core belief is in the inherent goodness, worth, and dignity of every individual, and our mission is to empower individuals and families to achieve personal change and enhance their quality of life.

Requirements

Must always present as courteous and professional.
Demonstrated flexibility and ability to perform multiple tasks.
Excellent communication skills, including the ability to organize ideas logically and clearly.
Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively.
TB screening.
Completion of HPTC de-escalation training.
Strong and effective verbal, written, and organizational skills.
Knowledge of basic computer skills and software programs, including the ability to learn, use, and train HPTC's electronic medical records.
Ability to provide leadership and program development within an outpatient site.
Knowledge of major clinical therapeutic models and behavioral health best practices.
Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
Five to eight years of direct care experience in a behavioral health and/or substance use disorder treatment setting.
Current and unrestricted license in Massachusetts as a Registered Nurse.

Nice To Haves

2-5 years of supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with Federal Regulations (42 CFR Part 2), HIPAA, DPH, DMH, Joint Commission, DEA, and other regulatory agencies.
Monitor patient needs, including medication administration, vital signs, medical care coordination, and withdrawal monitoring (COWS/CIWA).
Assist with discharge planning and care coordination.
Provide brief crisis counseling, individualized risk management, and safety planning.
Deliver psychoeducation to patients and staff on medical/nursing topics.
Ensure patient care meets best practice standards and complies with governing regulations and payor guidelines.
Uphold High Point policies and procedures.
Participate in the recruitment, hiring, promotion, training, and evaluation of nursing staff.
Assist in developing nursing and medication records for each patient.
Review and recommend changes to policies and procedures.
Report to the Infection Control Committee as needed.
Assist in monitoring inventory and ordering medications and equipment in collaboration with the pharmacy.
Manage the nursing budget for the unit.
Participate in quality assurance and quality improvement initiatives (Tally Card, CQI, failure mode projects).
Review Incident Reports and Sentinel Events.
Provide supervision for nursing staff.
Participate in required committee meetings.
Ensure proper disposal of medications.
Schedule nurses to maintain adequate staffing for daily unit operations.
Monitor open and closed charts for accurate and complete documentation.
Assist in the development and monitoring of programming schedules.
Attend monthly Nurse Managers meetings for consistency in nursing practice.
Attend mandatory training for professional growth.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Nursing, Site Director/COO.