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Nursing Director Behavioral Health
Job Description
Job Title: Nursing Director – Behavioral Health
Location: Natick, MA
Employment Type: Full-Time | Hospital Setting
Pay Range: $150,000 – $185,000
Sign-On Bonus: $40,000
Annual Incentive Plan (AIP): Up to 10% of base salary
Relocation Assistance: Offered, amount varies by location
Wheeler Staffing Partners is seeking a dedicated and experienced Nursing Director of Behavioral Health to join a reputable hospital in Natick, MA. This leadership role supports a comprehensive Behavioral Health program that includes Adolescent, Adult, and Geriatric units, providing care across the lifespan.
Position Summary:
The Nursing Director of Behavioral Health will provide strategic and operational leadership to behavioral health nursing units, supporting the Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) in delivering high-quality, safe, and patient-centered care. The role is accountable for day-to-day nursing operations, staff competency, resource management, and ensuring compliance with clinical standards. This position assumes 24/7 responsibility for all designated units and services.
Key Responsibilities:
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Provide leadership and clinical oversight to nursing staff across behavioral health units
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Support the CNO in strategic planning, operational execution, and quality initiatives
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Ensure compliance with hospital policies, state regulations, and professional nursing standards
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Promote a positive and collaborative work environment
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Lead performance improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes
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Manage budgets, staffing, and resource allocation for assigned units
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Serve as a role model and advocate for professional nursing practice
Qualifications:
Education:
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Required: Associate degree in Nursing with a Bachelor's degree in a healthcare-related field or a BSN
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Preferred: Master’s degree in Nursing or a related healthcare field
Experience:
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Minimum of 2 years in a hospital management or full-time charge nurse role
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At least 2 years of direct experience in behavioral health or psychiatric nursing
Licensure & Certification:
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Active RN license in the state of Massachusetts (or ability to obtain)
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Current CPR certification
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Additional certifications relevant to psychiatric nursing preferred
Skills & Attributes:
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Effective interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills
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Proven ability to manage complex hospital operations
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Passion for behavioral health and patient advocacy
Ready to make a meaningful impact in behavioral health care leadership?
Apply today and bring your passion for mental health and nursing excellence to a team dedicated to compassionate, quality care.
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