Nurse Manager (RN) - Inpatient Behavioral Health Unit

Description

For a limited time MaineHealth is offering sign on bonuses for Nurse Managers of $10,000.00

Eligible candidates are hired into a Full position. Current MaineHealth member employees are ineligible; former MaineHealth Members are ineligible until greater than 6 months separation from employment.

Behavioral Health Unit

The Inpatient Behavioral Health Unit in Sanford is a 40 bed, locked unit that provides a 24 hour treatment program designed to provide care for adults ages 18-95 in acute psychiatric crisis. The multidisciplinary team treats individuals experiencing major mental illnesses and addiction related problems. The program includes voluntary and involuntary levels of care.

Our team of mental health professionals plan and work together with the patient to provide psychiatric care, medical treatment, support, referral for follow-up care, and opportunities for learning and emotional growth.

Experience in Behavioral Health, specifically, is strongly preferred

Please Note: If you are currently licensed in New Hampshire, you do not need to change licensure! NH applicants are welcome to apply and work using their current license.

Summary:

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

1. Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing desired. Masters in Nursing preferred.
2. License/Certifications: Current registered nurse licensure by the Maine State Board of Nursing. Certification in Nursing leadership is desired.
3. Experience: Minimum of three years' knowledge and experience in Management preferred. 4.Strong customer service and communication skills required. 5. Extensive interaction with physicians, intra- and interdepartmental staff members, patient and family members, office staff and professional organizations outside the hospital setting. 6. Visual and mental concentration required for updating policies and practices, performance reviews and coordinating scheduling needs.