Psych House Director

Appalachian Regional Healthcare, Inc.•Harlan, KY

10d

About The Position

Under the direction of the Director of Behavioral Health and in conjunction with department directors and nurse managers, the Psychiatric House Director is responsible for personnel management, interpreting and implementing policies and procedures, allocating staff mix, and coordinating bed management to support and enhance patient care. The role collaborates with House Directors and department directors and nurse managers to guide behavioral health staff and physicians through problem resolution. The Psychiatric House Director serves as an administrative representative during off shifts and works with House Directors to improve the overall flow and processes of psychiatric services.

Requirements

Current state licensure in nursing.
BLS certification.
ACLS and PALS certifications.
Comply with OSHA regulations for N95 respirator training and fit testing.
Complete all Mandatory Competencies.

Nice To Haves

Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing preferred.
BSN or equivalent preferred.
A minimum of four years of current clinical nursing experience in a hospital environment, demonstrating leadership, interpersonal skills, clinical expertise, and professional creativity, is highly desired.
Two or more years of psychiatric nursing experience is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain current clinical knowledge relevant to patient age and technology across the lifespan, from newborn through adulthood, and keep current with hospital policies and procedures.
Manage patient placement, facilities, and resources.
Provide information and professional support to staff.
Serve as a role model and resource for staff.
Represent nursing and hospital administration during off shifts.
Participate in the development of nursing staff.
Demonstrate respect and regard for the dignity of patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to support a professional, responsible, and courteous environment.
Be available for consultation with medical, nursing, and administrative staff.
Work with registration to coordinate bed control.
Collaborate with managers to effectively manage staffing resources.
Manage personnel, interpret and implement policies and procedures, allocate staff mix, and coordinate bed management.
Collaborate with House Directors and department directors and nurse managers to guide behavioral health staff and physicians in problem resolution.
Work with House Directors to improve the overall flow and processes of psychiatric services.