RN Manager - Palmer Residential Treatment Center

Responsibilities

RN Manager - Palmer Residential Treatment Center - Join Our Team at North Star Behavioral Health

***$20,000.00 Sign-On Bonus***

North Star Behavioral Health, Alaska's premier mental health facility, is on a mission to provide hope and healing to individuals facing psychiatric or substance abuse challenges. We specialize in inpatient residential treatment for adolescents. Our commitment is to prioritize patient care, offering excellence, comfort, and security during their most vulnerable moments. Join us, and you'll become part of a supportive network of peers and leaders dedicated to continuous learning and industry excellence.

At North Star, your career can thrive through robust education opportunities and advancement within the Universal Health Services (UHS) network.

At North Star Behavioral Health, we are dedicated to delivering a level of care that not only meets but exceeds expectations. Our vision is simple yet profound: to provide care that patients enthusiastically recommend to their family and friends, care that physicians prefer for their patients, and care that our employees take pride in delivering every day.

We uphold this vision by wholeheartedly embracing the following principles:

• Service Excellence
• Continuous Improvement
• Employee Development
• Ethical and Fair Treatment
• Teamwork
• Compassion
• Innovation

Our commitment to excellence isn't just a slogan—it's a way of life at North Star Behavioral Health. If you share these values and are passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of individuals and families facing mental health challenges, we invite you to join our team.

Together, we can continue to provide the highest level of care and create a brighter future for those we serve.

As a Nurse Manager, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the delivery of exceptional nursing care. Reporting to the Director of Nursing, you will provide clinical leadership and coordination to our dedicated nursing team. Your contributions will not only uphold our commitment to quality care but also actively support our multi‑disciplinary treatment approach, reinforcing our organization's treatment philosophy and prioritizing the safety and well‑being of our patients.

• Clinical Leadership:
  Provide strong clinical leadership to the nursing team, ensuring that all patient care meets the highest standards of quality and safety.
• Team Coordination:
  Effectively coordinate and supervise nursing personnel involved in direct patient care, fostering a collaborative and cohesive work environment.
• Quality Assurance:
  Oversee and implement quality assurance processes to continuously improve nursing care delivery and patient outcomes.
• Treatment Team
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Actively participate as a valued member of the multi‑disciplinary treatment team, contributing your nursing expertise to support the organization's treatment philosophy.
• Patient Safety:
  Prioritize the safety and well‑being of patients, implementing protocols and measures to ensure their protection and comfort during their stay.
• Staff Development:
  Mentor, coach, and facilitate the professional growth of nursing staff, promoting a culture of continuous learning and development.
• Clinical Documentation:
  Ensure accurate and timely clinical documentation, adhering to all regulatory and compliance standards.
• Resource Management:
  Efficiently manage resources, including staffing, supplies, and equipment, to optimize patient care.
• Patient Advocacy:
  Serve as an advocate for patients, addressing their concerns and needs while promoting their overall health and recovery.

To excel in this role, you should possess:

• A current Alaska nursing license or ability to obtain one prior to start date.
• Proven clinical leadership experience, ideally in a healthcare or similar setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with the treatment team and patients.
• Dedication to upholding the highest standards of patient care and safety.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.