Behavioral Health Assistant Nurse Manager

• Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

VA Eastern Kansas Health Care System is seeking an Assistant Nurse Manager to serve in our Mental Health program.

The Behavioral Health Assistant Nurse Manager (ANM) is responsible and accountable for all elements of the nursing process when providing or supervising direct patient care. Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates delivery of care based on age specific components. Assumes responsibility for the coordination of care focused on patient education, self-management, and customer satisfaction throughout the continuum of care.

Influences care outcomes by collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team and creating innovative process improvement initiatives. The primary responsibilities of this Registered Nurse may vary by assignment. Those duties may include but not limited to:
Support the Nurse Manager (NM) with supervisory duties and responsibility and accountability for the 24/7 operation of their designated units. Provide coverage for other Assistant Nurse Managers as needed.

The ANM has responsibility and accountability for the direction and supervision of specific orientation, training, development of staff, and provides input into the evaluation of individual staff performance. They function as a role model, educator, practitioner, and supervisor providing leadership to the team.

They enhance care outcomes by collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team to remove barriers and implement new evidence‑based cutting‑edge programs/processes. The ANM engages in professional organizations to enhance leadership and career growth. They adhere to ethical principles in decision‑making, fostering accountability at personal, organizational, and staff levels.

They equip staff with tools for culturally competent care and promotes a culture of accountability for high‑quality, cost‑effective outcomes. They cultivate alliances across the care continuum, building trust through active listening, engagement, and emotional intelligence. The ANM contributes to the development of care delivery models and environmental design, ensuring evidence‑based, accessible, affordable, and equitable patient care.

Ensures compliance with accreditation and regulatory standards. Aligns nursing/clinical objectives with organizational strategic outcomes, participating in strategy planning and execution. They promote an inclusive workplace valuing diversity to achieve the organizations vision and mission. The ANM maintains knowledge and ensures compliance with all regulatory and accreditation standards, Directives, policies, and standard operating procedures (SOP).

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards Pay:
Competitive salary, regular salary increases, potential for performance awards Paid Time Off: 50 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Retirement:
Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance:
Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long‑term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory

Work Schedule:

6:00AM-2:30PM:
Monday-Friday; some weekend coverage possible.

Telework:
Not Available Virtual:
This is not a virtual position. Relocation/Recruitment

Incentives:

Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS):
Not Authorized

This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.

The posted pay range is $79162 - $135616/yr.