Manager, Nursing

What Youll Do:

The Manager Nursingserves as a clinical and operational leader with both direct and indirect responsibilities for individual care delivery and nursing partnership with facility leadership this role supports the development implementation and oversight of systems of care that promote continuity of care positive individual outcomes regulatory compliance staff development and a collaborative interdisciplinary team environment.

This position is responsible for supporting nursing operations clinical quality initiatives staffing coordination regulatory readiness and workforce development while ensuring the delivery of safe high-quality recovery-oriented care. This role also presents an exciting opportunity to support the continued growth and development of Connections Health Solutions new Loudoun facility helping establish a strong nursing culture operational excellence and high-quality recovery-oriented care within a fast-paced and innovative behavioral health environment.

Nursing Operations & Clinical Oversight

• Directs the day-to-day operations and activities of nursing staff in accordance with federal state local and organizational policies procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Supports safe effective and efficient nursing operations through appropriate staffing coordination workload management and clinical oversight.
• Serves as a clinical resource and subject matter expert for nursing best practices and collaborates effectively with interdisciplinary teams to support quality patient care and operational excellence.
• May provide direct individual care and clinical support as needed to ensure continuity of operations and patient care delivery.

• Assists with the recruitment onboarding training coaching performance management and progressive discipline of nursing and Behavioral Health Specialist staff.
• Supports workforce engagement and professional development initiatives that promote accountability teamwork retention and continuous learning.
• Assists in maintaining appropriate staffing coverage including oversight and coordination of agency nursing staff when applicable.

• Supports compliance with Joint Commission (JCAHO) DBHDS DMAS CMS and other applicable federal state and organizational standards and requirements.
• Participates in corporate and facility-based Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) infection prevention and utilization management activities as assigned.
• Functions as the Infection Control Nurse when designated and supports infection prevention initiatives education monitoring and compliance activities.
• Assesses departmental operations for compliance risks or concerns and escalates issues to appropriate leadership as necessary.
• Provides education and guidance to staff regarding regulatory standards accreditation requirements evidence-based practices and organizational policies and procedures.
• Ensures compliance training requirements are communicated monitored and supported in partnership with leadership and Human Resources.

• Performs all other duties as assigned in support of facility operations patient care and organizational initiatives.

What Youll Bring:

• Bachelors degree in Nursing
• 5 years of psychiatric behavioral health or relevant experience
• 2 years of managerial experience
• Must be able to perform Safe Clinch patient restraint techniques
• Unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse (RN) through the Virginia State Board of Nursing
• BLS certification is required
• Knowledge of practice requirements of RN/LPN scope of practice as outlined in the State of Virginia Practice Act
• Knowledge of psychiatric nursing and interventions and clinical knowledge base
• The Company has a mandatory vaccination policy. All successful applicants must be fully vaccinated including showing proper documentation or otherwise be exempt pursuant to the Companys exemption process prior to their start date as a condition of employment
• State of Virginia Fingerprint Clearance
• Must be able to pass Virginia Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services (VA DBHDS) background check
• Must be able to p ass Virginia Department of Social Services (VA DSS) Office of Background Investigations - Central Registry Search
• Physical Requirements
  • Safely perform physical interventions (e.g. standing pivoting reaching kneeling lowering to the floor and supporting another persons weight)
  • Lift push pull or carry up to 50 lbs. occasionally
  • Tolerate prolonged walking standing and observation in a fast-paced environment
  • Work with individuals who may exhibit agitation aggression or unpredictable behavior

It would be great if you had:

• Previous emergency room or crisis psychiatric care experience
• Familiarity with Court Ordered Treatment process and VA Involuntary treatment process
• Masters degree in Nursing
• QMHP credential

What We Offer:

Full-time only:

• Employees (and their families) are offered comprehensive health insurance including Medical Dental Vision Accident Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
• CHS pays for Basic Life AD&D Short and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Life insurance option for employees and their families
• Health Savings Accounts (with $1000 to $2000 employer contribution depending on plan)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (health care and dependent care)
• 401k company match after 6 months (50% of deferrals up to 6% of compensation)
• Generous PTO starting at 160 hours accrued annually and 12 recognized company holidays
• Companypaid parental leave available to eligible employees

All employees (Pool Part-time and Full-time):

• Employee Assistance Program to help with confidential emotional support work life solutions financial solutions legal assistance or online support
• After 90 days you are auto enrolled in the 401k Plan

#INDVA

Connections Health Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees and applicants.

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