Director of Nursing

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Job Title:
Director of Nursing - Behavioral Health
Division/Program:
(Youth Inpatient) Psychiatric Health Facility
Starting Compensation:
120000 - 135000 USD Per Year
Working Location:
Bakersfield, CA
Working Hours/Shift:
Schedule will include, 4 weekdays and 1 weekend day, with core hours from 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM. Scheduling may be adjusted as needed to support program operations.

Why Join Our Team?

• Competitive Compensation : Offering a salary that matches your skills and experience.
  
• Generous Time Off : Enjoy ample vacation and holiday pay.
  
• Comprehensive Benefits Package :
  
• • Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
    
  • Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle.
    
• Professional Growth Opportunities :
  
• • On-the-job training with access to paid CEU opportunities.
    
  • Career development programs designed to help you grow.
    
  • Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable).
    

Employee Recognition & Rewards : A culture that celebrates and rewards your hard work and dedication

This position includes a $10,000 sign-on bonus, distributed in three installments:

• $2,500 within the first 90 days of employment
  
• $2,500 after six months of employment
  
• $5,000 upon completion of one year of employment
  

*This position is eligible for reimbursement of relocation expenses.

What you bring to SBHG:

• Graduation from an Accredited School of Nursing required.
  Associate's degree, Bachelor's degree, or Master's Degree in nursing preferred.
  
• Associate's degree: Four (4) years in nursing administration required.
  
• Bachelor's degree: Two (2) years in nursing administration required.
  
• Master's degree: One (1) year in nursing administration required.
  
• One year management and supervision of registered nurses delivering patient care services in a behavioral health setting in the past 6 years required
  
• Prior experience as Director of Nursing in acute psychiatric setting/skilled preferred.
  
• Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in California required with at least one year of psychiatric nursing supervisory experience within the past six years.
  
• Valid CPR certification required within 30 days of employment.
  
• Valid ProAct certification required within 30 days of employment.
  
• Valid California Driver's License required and must meet Agency driver eligibility criteria.
  

How you will make a difference:

• Hires, trains, and supervises nursing staff and provides directions to other program staff as needed.
  
• Responsible for completion of performance evaluation, progressive discipline, and/or termination as appropriate.
  
• Supervises the Direct Nursing Care provided by all Nursing Staff. Ensures staff compliance with CPR, Stars University Annual training, Pro-Act, 5150 and other regulatory requirements
  
• Develops and Maintains service objectives, standards of nursing practice, nursing policy and procedure manuals and written job descriptions for all nursing personnel.
  
• Overseas physical healthcare services provided by primary care physicians and emergency services provided through local hospitals.
  
• Provides nursing care as described in the Registered Nurse job description, as needed to supplement nursing staffing and services.
  
• In collaboration with the Clinical Director, ensure YPHF is in compliance with all Federal, State and local regulations pertaining to nursing care and treatment, Clinical Mental Health services and Patient's Rights.
  
• Ensures accurate, complete, and appropriate Nursing Care Plans and other nursing documentation are generated and maintained in a timely manner in the medical record.
  

Division/Program Overview:

• 24/7 inpatient involuntary high acute psychiatric program
  
• 16-bed facility for acute youth (ages 5-17), dealing with acute psychiatric symptoms
  
• Intensive treatment programs with individualized care plans
  
• Available for contracting Central Valley counties
  
• Moves clients through five phases: admission; engagement; learning; stabilization and linkage to resources and aftercare
  

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