Nursing Director, Inpatient Medical Psych

Mass General Brigham•Jamaica Plain, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Nursing Director of our Inpatient Medical Psychiatric Unit is responsible and accountable for the planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating nursing services of the nursing location. Also responsible for the management of all operational services for their location of responsibility. Working within federal, state, and regional regulations, we strive to meet the needs of our patients.

Requirements

Master's Degree Nursing required or Bachelor's Degree Nursing required and Master's Degree Related Field of Study required
MA Registered Nurse License required
Nursing management 3-5 years required
Experience in Psychiatry and or Behavioral Health
Proficient organizational and interpersonal skills.
Must have excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Proficient commitment to clinical excellence.
Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
Knowledge of Regulatory Agency Regulations.
Knowledge of Department of Mental Health Regulatory Requirements

Nice To Haves

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) preferred
Basic Life Support (BLS) preferred

Responsibilities

Evaluate and supervise staff based on mutually agreed-upon goals in job descriptions.
Implements strategies to enhance retention and reduce turnover.
Promotes a safe and positive working environment.
Ensure that the RN supervisors/clinical care managers are aware of any updated policies and procedures.
Prepares departmental budget and operates department within budgetary guidelines.
Assign patients for day-to-day management to nursing coordinators and/or Nursing Supervisors/Managers.