Behavioral Health Unit Nurse Manager - Part Time
Location: Jennie Stuart Health – Hopkinsville, KY
Department: Behavioral Health (Inpatient)
Jennie Stuart Health is seeking an experienced Nurse Manager for our Inpatient Behavioral Health unit. This leadership role is responsible for overseeing the administrative, operational, clinical, and human resource functions of the unit while ensuring high-quality patient care and a supportive work environment for staff.
Direct daily operations of the inpatient behavioral health unit
Ensure delivery of high-quality, evidence-based patient care
Lead clinical practice improvements and quality initiatives
Maintain compliance with regulatory and professional standards
Monitor patient outcomes and satisfaction
Hire, coach, and develop nursing staff
Promote a positive, collaborative, and safe work environment
Conduct performance evaluations and support professional development
Provide leadership, mentorship, and guidance to staff
Lead quality improvement initiatives and patient safety programs
Monitor clinical indicators and performance metrics
Ensure compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and organizational standards
Support incident reporting and risk management processes
Manage department budgets and resources
Monitor financial performance and operational efficiency
Identify opportunities to improve performance while maintaining quality care
Partner with physicians, leadership, and interdisciplinary teams
Support organizational initiatives and strategic goals
Build strong relationships across departments to enhance patient care
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required
Minimum 5 years of clinical nursing experience in a hospital setting preferred
Minimum 1 year of nursing leadership or management experience preferred
Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in applicable state required
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 6 months of hire
Strong leadership and team development skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
Ability to analyze clinical, operational, and financial data
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
At Jennie Stuart Health, our mission is to advance the health and wellbeing of our community with a compassionate and caring spirit.
We offer:
Competitive compensation
Comprehensive benefits package
Professional development opportunities
A collaborative healthcare environment focused on patient-centered care
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