Nursing Manager

We’re Hiring: Nurse Manager – Behavioral Health Brooklyn, NY | Contract (Potential Extension) We are seeking an experienced Nurse Manager – Behavioral Health to lead operations for an inpatient psychiatric unit in an acute care hospital setting. This is a great opportunity for a strong RN leader with hands-on psych unit management experience . ⚠️ Must Have: Experience managing a psychiatric unit in an acute care hospital. Assignment Details Start: May 4, 2026 (Tentative) End: August 1, 2026 (Tentative, possible extension) Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Location: Brooklyn, NY Interviews: Virtual ⏰ 24-hour operational responsibility Key Responsibilities Lead day-to-day operations of the inpatient psychiatric unit Ensure compliance with regulatory standards (DOH, OMH, JCAHO, etc.) Oversee admissions, discharges, and patient care delivery Drive quality improvement and performance initiatives Maintain audit readiness and regulatory compliance Manage staffing, operations, and interdisciplinary collaboration ✅ Qualifications Active RN License (New York State) BSN required (Master’s preferred) 5+ years RN experience (with psych background) 2+ years in leadership/management Experience managing a hospital-based psychiatric unit (required) BLS & ACLS (AHA) required Crisis Management Certification (PMCS, TRUST, or equivalent) What We’re Looking For Strong leadership and decision-making skills Experience with quality improvement & compliance Excellent communication and team collaboration Proficiency with EMR systems Benefits Comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), and more. Equal Opportunity Employer We are committed to diversity and inclusion and consider all qualified applicants. Interested or know someone who’s a fit? Apply now or message me directly! #Hiring #NurseManager #BehavioralHealth #PsychiatricNursing #RNJobs #HealthcareLeadership #BrooklynJobs