RN Clinical Leader Behavioral Health
About The Position
The RN Clinical Leader Behavioral Health provides leadership and resources for daily operations in a behavioral health department. Under the direction of the Nurse Manager, this position supervises, assesses, plans, coordinates, facilitates, and evaluates patient care and staff development. The role provides comprehensive care based on the principles of growth and development across the life span of patients served in the assigned unit, and promotes comprehensive, cost-effective, and meaningful healthcare in a diverse healthcare environment. The position also supports organizational goals and department leadership. Valleywise Behavioral Health Center provides inpatient behavioral health services for adolescent and adult populations at facilities in Mesa, Phoenix, and Maryvale. The adolescent unit is in Mesa and serves patients ages 13 to 17. The organization describes a collaborative, interdisciplinary, stigma-free, safe, secure, and therapeutic care environment, with opportunities to support staff education and train future nurses. The role directly supervises Mental Health Workers, Behavioral Health Technicians, and Health Unit Coordinators. The hourly pay range is $41.56–$61.30.
Requirements
- At least two years of clinical experience relevant to the patient populations and/or scope of practice.
- Current, valid Arizona RN license, temporary Arizona RN license, or valid compact RN licensure for the current state of practice, in good standing with the issuing Board of Nursing.
- CPI certification.
- Ability to read, write, and speak effectively in English.
- Effective communication skills.
- Ability to work with culturally diverse people.
- For BH Unit 2 Adolescent: valid fingerprint clearance card issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety, or submission of a completed affidavit at hire; complete the fingerprint clearance card application within seven days of hire and present the actual card within 90 days of applying.
- BLS training will be provided upon hire or transfer to Behavioral Health Departments.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Nursing preferred.
- Demonstrated leadership ability is a plus.
- Basic computer skills preferred.
- Bilingual ability preferred.
- Certification or continuing education may be required based on area of practice.
Responsibilities
- Supervise, assess, plan, coordinate, facilitate, and evaluate patient care and staff development under the direction of the Nurse Manager.
- Provide comprehensive patient care based on growth and development principles across the life span of patients served in the assigned unit.
- Serve as a leader and resource for the department’s daily operations.
- Promote organizational goals and alignment with department leadership.
- Directly supervise Mental Health Workers, Behavioral Health Technicians, and Health Unit Coordinators.
- Contribute to training future nurses.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
