Nurse Manager

At ERC Pathlight, we’re on a mission to change lives—and we’re looking for people who feel called to do the same. As one of the nation’s leading treatment providers for eating disorders and mood, anxiety, and trauma-related conditions, we bring innovative, evidence-based, and deeply compassionate care to patients across the country. With multiple locations nationwide and extensive virtual programming, we meet patients exactly where they are and help them move toward lasting recovery. Founded in 2008 by renowned psychiatrists and psychologists, ERC Pathlight now supports more than 6,000 patients each year. And as the need for world‑class mental health care continues to rise, our commitment is stronger than ever: to expand access, elevate the standard of care, and empower every patient to rebuild their life with dignity and hope. Why Join Us When you join ERC Pathlight, you become part of a team that shows up every day to make a real difference. You’ll work alongside passionate clinicians, dedicated support staff, and mission‑driven leaders who believe in collaboration, growth, and doing the right thing—always. Here, your work matters. Your ideas matter. You matter. If you’re energized by purpose, motivated by impact, and ready to help transform the future of mental health treatment, you belong here. Come build hope. Come save lives. Come grow with us. What you’ll be doing Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–5:00 pm, flex with shift coverage Location: Working with children at Eating Recovery Center Pathlight's residential facility in Northbrook, IL The Nurse Manager is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the unit under the general direction of the Director of Nursing. Essential duties and responsibilities Directly supervises nurses and unit coordinators, and indirectly supervises behavioral health counselors. Conducts annual performance reviews on specified group of staff. Handles personnel and performance issues within the unit staff. Assigns staff to schedule ensuring appropriate staffing levels, using PRN, agency and other employees to cover shifts. Helps with staffing or coverage in a staffing emergency. Ensures that Nurses and other staff are current in competencies and provide training and education as needed, in conjunction with nurse educator, working with leaders in other disciplines, as needed. Facilitates safety huddles and team meetings, and monthly unit meetings, as required. Troubleshoots problems/situations that arise on the unit, and escalating decisions when appropriate. Provides clinical expertise in medical management, crisis and behavior management techniques. Reviews incident reports and followup through established processes. Supervise the medical aspects of treatment plan and implementation for each patient on the unit. Follow up on any treatment issues. Provides support to nursing staff on evenings and weekends by working at those times and/or being available (on‑call) by phone on assigned nights. Helps with staffing or coverage in a staffing emergency. Assists with duties on the unit as needed—including: Helping Nurses with daily tasks (lab draws, procedures, admissions, assessments, discharges/transitions) Eating meals with patients and providing support at snacks Assisting with milieu management and crisis management Assisting with daily patient care (vital signs, providing support in the bathroom) Assists Nurse Director with various duties, as designated by Nurse Director, including but not limited to monthly audits, check‑lists, communication to staff and reviewing/updating policies and procedures. Assists in providing feedback and assuring compliance with Policies and Procedures that meet accreditation and licensing requirements, and implementing corrective action plans, as required. Run monthly reports, as required. Assists with Infection Control. Monitor weekly data collected and presents trends to the Director of nursing. Coordinates daily staffing needs with Nurse Director and communicating patient acuity and staffing needs to various stakeholders. Plans 1:1 patient monitoring as requested by treatment team. Communicates with members of the interdisciplinary team to assist with patient treatment plans. Manages vendor and pharmacy relations ensuring that the unit has sufficient supplies. Must haves State Licensure as an RN (Required) Basic computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and use of email programs. Bachelor’s degree (B.S.N.) from four‑year college or university (Required) 2+ years of supervisory experience in a Healthcare setting (preferred) 1+ years of direct patient care experience (Required) OR Associate Degree (Required) 3+ years of direct patient care experience (required) 3+ years of supervisory experience in healthcare setting (preferred) Compensation The compensation range for this position is based upon candidate experience and market expectations. $92,000 – $108,000 USD What We Offer At ERC Pathlight, caring for people is our mission and that begins with caring for our own team. Your well‑being matters, and our benefit program is designed to support every part of your life. Competitive compensation Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage Generous Paid Time Off Parental Leave benefits Retirement benefits Tuition reimbursement to help you continue growing in your career We also recognize that mental health is part of every person’s experience. That’s why we strive to create a workplace where you feel supported, seen, and encouraged—personally, professionally, and at home. When you thrive, you can do your best work. And your best work changes lives. Equal Employment Opportunity As set forth in Eating Recovery Center’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr