MGR - NURSING

Responsibilities

River Vista Behavioral Health sits along the bluffs overlooking the San Joaquin River, this brand new, 128-bed facility, will provide high-quality and advanced behavioral health services to residents and visitors in the Central Valley. The new hospital will employ more than 250 people, including clinicians, nurses, mental health technicians, support staff and administration.

We are currently seeking a forward thinking and compassionate NURSE MANAGER to be part of our Nursing Team. The Nurse Manager is responsible for ensuring coordinated delivery of patient care in accordance with the established standards of care, mental health practice and hospital policy, goals and objectives. This position assists in contributing to the hospital's philosophy, objectives, educational and Performance & Improvement efforts, while providing supervision of House Supervisors, RNs and MHTs.

This position will monitor staffing needs on assigned shifts. This position is responsible for assisting the CNO/ACNO in evaluating, reviewing, designing and implementing hospital training events with respect to all RN/MHT staff required training. Also provides, on an as‑needed basis, patient nursing assessments. Participates in Treatment Team meetings as needed.

Education: Graduate from an accredited school of professional nursing required or equivalent combination of education and experience in nursing management;
Bachelor's Degree preferred.

Experience: Minimum five years of progressive nursing leadership experience. Experience in staff education and educational concepts, practices and procedures and 24‑hour shift staffing experience.

Licensure: Currently licensed to practice by the California State Board of Nursing.

Additional Requirements: Thorough knowledge of the Joint Commission, HCFA, OSHA requirements, and state and federal regulatory requirements. CPR certification within 30 days of employment and successful completion of training in Management of Assaultive Behavior (CPI), Crisis Prevention Intervention and Service Excellence Training within 90 days of employment.