Clinical Operations Manager-Behavioral Unit

Clinical Operations Manager – Behavioral Unit

Indiana University Health – Riley Hospital, Indianapolis, IN

The Clinical Operations Manager for the Behavioral Unit leads an interprofessional team in a 24/7/365 environment. This onsite role requires Monday‑Friday coverage (8 AM–5 PM) with flexibility for occasional evening, weekend, and on‑call duties to support continuous patient care.

• Translate and achieve strategic priorities, including quality and safety improvements, care affordability, and excellent patient and team experiences.

• Provide operational leadership, planning, and management for the unit, ensuring compliant staffing and resource utilization.

• Advocate for evidence‑based nursing practice and foster an environment where the team can excel in patient and organizational outcomes.

• Oversee unit operations during nights, weekends, and holidays while maintaining high standards of care.

• Requires a Bachelor of Nursing (BSN). If not a nursing bachelor’s degree, a Master of Nursing (MSN) is required.
• Master’s degree in Nursing or related field preferred.
• Specialty certification related to nursing practice or leadership preferred.
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Indiana or valid NLC‑RN license.
• Basic Life Support certification through the AHA is required; additional advanced life support certifications may be needed per unit policy.
• Previous experience in leadership and/or mental health or inpatient clinical operations is strongly preferred.

• Competitive pay.
• Development opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Matching 401(k).
• Paid medical leave.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.

We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process and to perform essential job functions.