Behavioral Health Nurse Manager | RN | Monday through Friday - No Weekends

Nurse Manager – Behavioral Health$145,000 to $160,000Hospital Leadership Opportunity | Brooklyn, New YorkA respected hospital system in Brooklyn, New York is seeking an experienced Nurse Manager – Behavioral Health to lead inpatient psychiatric services for a specialized pediatric population. This leadership opportunity is ideal for an experienced nurse leader with a strong background in hospital-based behavioral health and experience caring for infants, children, and young families.This role will oversee daily operations, clinical quality, regulatory compliance, patient experience, and staff performance while ensuring exceptional care delivery for children ranging from 6 weeks to 6 years of age.Position HighlightsDirect Hire Opportunity2 Openings AvailableLocation: Onsite – Brooklyn, NYSchedule: Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PMCompensation: $145,000 – $160,000Interview Process: Virtual InterviewsWhat You'll DoLead Pediatric Behavioral Health OperationsOversee day-to-day operations of the pediatric behavioral health unitProvide leadership and accountability for staffing, workflow, and patient care deliveryEnsure a safe, therapeutic, and family-centered environment for infants and young childrenCoordinate admissions, discharges, and interdisciplinary treatment planningDrive Clinical Quality & ComplianceEnsure compliance with hospital policies, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirementsSupport readiness for surveys, audits, and inspectionsMonitor patient outcomes, quality indicators, and patient satisfaction metricsLead performance improvement initiatives and implement evidence-based best practicesBuild & Develop High-Performing TeamsSupervise, coach, and develop nursing and support staffFoster a culture of accountability, compassion, and collaborationSupport continuing education and professional developmentPromote strong communication across nursing, physicians, therapists, and leadership teamsManage Resources & Department PerformanceAssist with scheduling, budgeting, supply management, and staffing plansReview operational data and prepare reports as neededUtilize benchmarks and quality tools to improve efficiency and care outcomesWhat We're Looking ForRequired ExperienceMinimum 5 years of experience as a Registered NurseMinimum 5 years of psychiatric clinical experienceMinimum 2 years in a leadership or management roleMust have experience managing a psychiatric unit within a hospital settingMinimum 2 years of formal experience working with children ages 6 weeks to 6 years (paid or unpaid experience considered)Preferred ExperiencePediatric behavioral health or child psychiatry experienceInpatient pediatric nursing experienceExperience leading interdisciplinary teams in an acute care settingRequired SkillsStrong leadership and team development skillsExcellent communication and interpersonal abilitiesStrong clinical judgment and decision-making skillsKnowledge of quality improvement and regulatory complianceEMR and healthcare systems proficiencyAbility to lead in a fast-paced hospital environmentEducation & CredentialsRequiredBSN from an accredited nursing programActive New York Registered Nurse LicenseBasic Life Support (BLS)ACLSCrisis Prevention / Management CertificationPreferredMaster's Degree in Nursing or related field