Advanced Registered Nurse

FlexStaff has two Assistant Nurse Manager opportunities with our client, a leading behavioral health center in Lower Manhattan. Positions are available in the Detox/Rehab unit and the Acute Inpatient unit.

Strong working knowledge of New York State regulatory standards, including OMH (Office of Mental Health) and OASAS (Office of Addiction Services and Supports).

The Assistant Nurse Manager is a Registered Professional Nurse who serves as a clinical leader, overseeing daily unit operations, ensuring quality patient care delivery, and fostering staff excellence. This role functions in collaboration with, or in the absence of, the Clinical Nurse Manager.

Patient-Centered Care & Experience: Leads nursing practice grounded in relationship-centered care principles. Oversees and models purposeful hourly rounding, conducts daily patient rounds, addresses concerns, and facilitates service recovery. Quality & Safety Leadership: Designs and maintains a safe, therapeutic, and efficient patient care environment. Leads quality improvement initiatives, participates in RCA processes, and implements corrective actions. Fosters a just culture that encourages error reporting and adherence to best practices and regulatory standards.

Operational Management: Provides administrative and clinical oversight for 24/7 patient care delivery, including staffing, throughput, and resource allocation. Manages unit budgets, equipment, and supplies. Ensures compliance with all regulatory mandates (e.g., Staff Development & Engagement: Recruits, retains, evaluates, mentors, and coaches nursing staff. Facilitates effective communication, shared decision-making, and staff participation in unit initiatives. Serves as a professional role model and preceptor, fostering continuous learning and scholarship among staff.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required; Master's in Nursing or health-related field preferred.

Minimum 3 years of clinical nursing experience; charge nurse or supervisory experience preferred.

Must have acute care Behavioral Health experience.

Knowledge of New York State regulatory standards (OMH/OASAS).

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