Nurse Manager of Article​/Off Sites

Job Description
- Nurse Manager of Article 28/Off Sites (2603796)

Nurse Manager of Article 28/Off Sites

Description
- Internal

The Nurse Manager of Article 28/Off Sites is responsible for the strategic, clinical, and operational oversight of all Article 28 licensed facilities/Ambulatory Off Sites. This role ensures compliance with New York State Department of Health (DOH), Office of Mental Health (OMH), and other regulatory requirements while promoting high-quality, patient-centered behavioral health services. The Nurse Manager leads multidisciplinary teams, oversees program performance, and supports organization goals related to access, quality, and financial sustainability.

• Provide day-to-day oversight of Article 28 clinic-licensed facilities/Ambulatory Off sites operations.
• Ensure efficient service delivery, patient flow, and adherence to productivity targets.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures aligned with regulatory standards and organizational objectives.
• Monitor site performance metrics and implement improvement strategies.
• Ensure full compliance with Article 28 regulations and licensure requirements.
• Oversee preparation for audits, surveys, and site visits (DOH, OMH, Medicaid, Joint Commission (if applicable).
• Maintain accurate documentation and reporting in accordance with state and federal guidelines.
• Collaborate with clinical leadership to ensure delivery of high-quality, evidence-based care.
• Support implementation of best practices in behavioral health treatment, including integrated care models.
• Monitor clinical outcomes, patient satisfaction, and quality indicators.
• Supervise site leadership (Program Directors, Clinic Managers, Supervisors).
• Lead recruitment, onboarding, training, and performance management of staff.
• Foster a positive work environment that supports staff engagement, retention, and professional development.
• Support expansion of services, including new programs and site development.
• Identify opportunities to increase access to care and improve community outreach.
• Align site operations with organizational strategic goals.
• Serve as liaison with regulatory agencies, community partners, and internal leadership.
• Represent the organization in meetings, committees, and community forums.

Current, unrestricted New York State Registered Professional Nurse (RN) license.

Bachelors degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, Public Health, or Business Administration.

Minimum of five (5) years of progressive healthcare leadership experience.

Minimum of three (3) years managing ambulatory care, primary care, diagnostic and treatment centers, federally qualified health centers, or Article 28 healthcare facilities.

Demonstrated experience with regulatory compliance, audits, and quality improvement.

Strong leadership, organization, and decision-making skills.

Knowledge of New York State behavioral health regulations and Medicaid billing.

Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to analyze data and drive performance improvements.

• Master's degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, Public Health, or Business Administration.

• Ability to travel between multiple clinical locations.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and use office equipment for extended periods.
• Ability to respond to emergencies and support site operations as needed.

• Stony Brook Medicine is a smoke free environment.
  
  Smoking is strictly prohibited anywhere on campus, including parking lots and…