Behavioral Health Nurse Manager

Job Title : Behavioral Health Nurse Manager

Job Code : NM BH

Department : Analenisgi Inpatient

Division : Nursing

Salary Level : Exempt 6

Reports to : Executive Director of Nursing

Last Revised : October 2024

Primary Function

This position is responsible for the oversight, management and supervision of the nursing

and support staff providing care on the Analenisgi Inpatient Nursing Unit and the nursing

services rendered at the Kanvwotiyi Residential Behavioral Health location.

This person will ensure safe, efficient and effective daily operations. Strict adherence to

state and federal regulations, CIHA policies and accreditation standards related to patient

care, staffing, maintenance of the units, safety, clinical, medical, risk management,

financial, community relations and other duties assigned considered pertinent to the

position. The Inpatient Behavioral Health Nurse Manager will adhere to the vision and

mission of CIHA and participate in the execution of the strategic plan for behavioral health

and substance use services and ensure the nursing staff does the same. The person in this

position works closely with the Clinical Service Manager, the other facility nurse managers

and the Executive Director of Nursing.

The Inpatient Nurse Manager will manage and oversee a variety of substance use disorder

treatment functions to include supervision, program development, training and

development of staff and will also be a part of outreach in development of community

partnerships. The Nurse Manager will work collaboratively with all other CIHA and EBCI

programs in order to provide integrated services and treatment for clientele. The Nurse

Manager will be responsible for program reports and audits and follows all oversight

requirements, policies and procedures as well as assisting in program and policy

development.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Administrative :

• This person will become knowledgeable regarding all departments that they

manage and be able to step in and work side by side to provide patient care, in the

event that assistance with coverage is needed.

the nursing staff's patient care activities.

on-going plan of guidance, counseling and evaluation that will foster the

professional growth and development of the nursing service staff.

Executive Director, Division of Nursing for review and assistance.

Cherokee Indian Hospital policies and procedures, rules and regulations required

for nursing licensure.

programs.

development and provides adequate supervision and support.

CIHA services.

within nursing services, other departments, tribal, and community agencies for

purposes of coordinating and understanding of goals and objectives relevant to the

population served.

actions, hiring / separation authority, and time and attendance for assigned clinics.

basis. Complete formal annual performance review of all direct reports.

performance improvement plans (PIPs) and progressive discipline as needed

Keeps documentation of what was covered in the meeting and who attended.

to correct the abuse. Counsels subordinate employees on individual personnel

problems for direct reports.

managed.

locations such as to KAN. If employee drives his / her personal automobile for

business, employee must have valid North Carolina driver's license and

comprehensive automobile insurance coverage, as required by law.

licensing or accrediting bodies, the State, and any other agency site visits as

dictated by the state laws or regulations.

patient care and administrative matters. Directs and implements nursing activities

for emergency planning.

managing or obtaining proper assistance for the management of non-nursing

emergencies occurring within the hospital during assigned tour-of-duty.

in fulfilling reporting requirements.

CQI teams to promote quality and performance improvement.\Ensures patient

progress is accurately documented by staff in all patient charts. Provide reports as

requested.

department's annual budget and conducts departmental activities in consideration

of budget constraints.

projects and reports for the nursing department.

compliance with licensure and payer regulations and standards. Ensures 10% of

charts are audited monthly with some representation of active and discharged

patients.

reports to assess daily, the appropriate number and level of personnel required to

provide quality patient care. Recommends and carries out changes in personnel

and assignments accordingly.

reports, statistics, etc.

Education / Minimum Qualifications

North Carolina or a state that is accepted as reciprocity.

Degree in Nursing program within 6 months of hire along with formal documented

leadership education that will be documented in the applicants file.

preferred or Advanced Practice Degree in Nursing acceptable. (MSN or Doctorate)

this documented in the applicants file required

CIHA required.

months of date of hire if applicant does not have an active card

Job Knowledge

in order to plan and provide nursing care to meet the physical, emotional, spiritual,

and socio-cultural needs of patients of all ages. Specifically, in Infancy (Birth-1

Year), Toddler and Early Childhood (2-5 years), Latency (6-9 years),

Preadolescence (10-12 years), Early Adolescence (13-15 years), Adolescence (16-

20 years), Adult (21-64 years), Elderly (65-+ years).

recognize complications and therapeutic interventions required.

laws and regulations pertaining to psychiatric nursing, the uses and effects of

psychotropic drugs and narcotics, patient safety practices and locked facility

security, theories, principles and techniques of group and individual psychotherapy,

symptoms and behavior patterns of emotionally disturbed and mentally ill patients,

mental health community resources and services, and health education,

interviewing and counseling techniques.

translate into appropriate nursing interventions.

to meet priorities, accomplish work within established time frames and work in

stressful situations.

maintenance and disease prevention.

monitoring, and evaluating standards for the practice of nursing.

monitoring devices, incubators, suction pumps, oxygen equipment, etc.

and spreadsheet programs.

professionals, individuals in the community) with different functions, levels of

knowledge, and requirements.

standards, personnel regulations and safety standards.

effectiveness of teaching strategies.

Complexity of Duties

The work involves a wide range of activities performed in an independent manner and

requires decision-making and problem-solving abilities related to data collection, planning,

implementing, evaluating, and modifying methods and techniques. The nature of the

assignments requires flexibility and ability to make rapid adjustments from performing

administrative and supervisory management functions to interacting with physicians,

hospital and area administrators, hospital services and nursing services outside the

organization. Consults with the Executive Director, Division of Nursing, and clinical and

supervisory staff members in professional and patient care / activities.

Guidelines consist of professional standards of practice as determined by the nurse practice

act, nursing, and medical policy and procedures, standing orders, and hospital and agency

policies. Complies also with SAMHSA, FPM, DHHS, PHS, and IHS regulations. These

guidelines are not always specifically applicable to all situations and independent judgment

is required to analyze and determine the appropriate course of action in problem solving

related to the specific situation. Evaluation of work performance is accomplished through

reports, conferences, and effectiveness in meeting the objectives of the service.

Supervision Received

The Executive Director, Division of Nursing is the immediate supervisor. The Executive

Director, Division of Nursing sets the overall objectives and resources available. The

Nurse Manager exercises independent judgment in planning and carrying out the

assignment and in changing or modifying plans based upon program needs and standards.

Work is reviewed for effectiveness in meeting expected results.

Responsibility for Accuracy

The incumbent's responsibility for accuracy is critical in achieving and maintaining The

Joint Commission accreditation requirements that would negatively affect meeting

accreditation and having potential of losing revenue generated from Medicare and

Medicaid collections.

The incumbent's performance affects the health, recovery, and rehabilitation of patients,

and the quality of care provided. Evaluations and observations are used to modify and

develop clinically appropriate treatment plans. The incumbent has a positive effect upon

the recovery of the patient and is responsible for the development of policies and

procedures, which serve as hospital guidelines.

Contact with Others

Contacts are with patients, families, hospital personnel, medical services and community

agencies. Contacts with patients, families, and hospital personnel are to exchange, provide,

and obtain information concerning the patient's physical and psychosocial health care

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