Behavioral Health Nursing Manager - West Palm Beach, FL - Direct Hire/ Full-Time - KP

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Behavioral Health Nursing Manager (RN)
Location: West Palm Beach, FL
Job Type: Full-Time (Permanent)
Shift: Day Shift
Schedule: Monday–Friday, No Weekends
Pay Rate: $38.52–$55.20/hr (Based on Experience)

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Behavioral Health Nursing Manager to oversee clinical and administrative operations within a 124-bed behavioral health unit. The manager will lead nursing staff, maintain patient safety and clinical quality, and ensure regulatory compliance while promoting a collaborative, patient-centered care environment.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily clinical and administrative operations of the behavioral health department serving pediatric, adolescent, adult, and senior populations.

• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate nursing staff, mental health technicians, and unit support personnel.

• Manage unit scheduling, staffing ratios, resource allocation, and departmental budget benchmarks.

• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, Joint Commission standards, Baker Act and state mental health regulations, and patient safety protocols.

• Collaborate with psychiatrists, medical staff, case managers, social workers, and interdisciplinary hospital leaders to coordinate patient care, transitions, and discharge planning.

• Drive quality improvement initiatives and monitor clinical outcomes.

• Lead de-escalation and crisis management practices across the unit.

Required Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).

• Active Florida Registered Nurse license or valid Multi-State/Compact RN license.

• Recent clinical Behavioral Health experience in an acute care hospital setting.

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of employment.

• Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (CPI) certification within 30 days of employment.

• Successful completion of required background screening and fingerprint clearance before starting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

• Previous nursing leadership, charge nurse, or unit management experience.

Benefits & Total Rewards

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• Telemedicine access and employee wellness programs.

• 401(k) with employer matching.

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).

• Life and disability insurance options.

• Tuition reimbursement and student loan assistance programs.

• Paid leadership development training and certification support.

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid family leave.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).