Manager, Nursing - Chantilly, VA

Overview

We're not just behavioral health people-we're crisis people.

Connections Health Solutions is a leading provider of immediate-access behavioral health crisis care. Our team combines medical and recovery-oriented treatment to stabilize individuals in crisis and connect them to community-based resources for ongoing recovery.

Founded by emergency room psychiatrists Dr. Chris Carson and Dr. Robert Williamson, our model is physician-led and data-driven, drawing upon more than 15 years of crisis care expertise. Recognized by SAMHSA and the National Council for Mental Wellbeing as a national best practice, we've delivered invaluable treatment to hundreds of thousands of individuals facing crises. Our commitment remains consistent, to improve access, inspire hope, and provide the right support.

Our values shape our decisions, define our culture, and foster continuous learning and growth.

We accept people as they are, creating safe spaces where they feel valued and respected. We inspire hope by walking with people side-by-side, showing them grace and compassion. We act with intention, holding ourselves and each other accountable, and doing the right thing. We work as one team, trusting and supporting each other. We embrace change and innovation, striving to find better ways to fulfill our mission.

We are on a mission to change the face of behavioral health. Help us save lives and make a difference.

Responsibilities

What You'll Do:

We are hiring a Nurse (RN) Manager who will serve as a leader with direct and indirect patient care responsibilities. In collaboration with leadership, the Nurse Manager will assist to develop and support systems of care which foster continuity of care, optimal patient outcomes, and a successful health care team environment.

• Direct the day-to-day functions of the nursing staff in accordance with current state, federal, and facility rules, regulations policies and procedures.
• Assists with the coordination of all hiring, training, and progressive disciplines of nursing and behavioral health specialist staff. Ensures safe and adequate staffing patterns for all nursing services provided, including the hiring and supervision of agency nurses when required.
• Serves as a resource for nursing best practices for staff, as well as staff from other disciplines. Performs duties of Director of Nursing in absence.
• Functions as Infection Control Nurse as needed.
• Maintain the standards of JCAHO, DBHDS, DMAS, and evidence-based best practices.
• Participates in Corporate and local Quality and Utilization Management programs as appropriate.
• Provides education to employees on state, federal, local laws, regulations, accreditations, guidelines, and related company policies.
• Assess department for non-compliance issues and notifies appropriate senior management. Adheres to compliance training requirements; understands that training is a required condition of employment; and institutes disciplinary process to employees who do not comply.
• May provide direct individual care when needed.
• Direct Reporting:
  • Supervises front line nursing staff
• Supervisory Functions:
  • Oversees work schedule and daily activities of nursing staff. Supervises and facilitates employee selection, training, corrective action, and performance reviews.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

What You'll Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing
• 5 years of psychiatric, behavioral health, or relevant experience
• 2 years of managerial experience
• Must possess a current, valid RN license in state of practice, temporary/interim RN license in state of practice, or compact RN licensure for current state of practice
• BLS certification is required
• Must maintain clinical performance competencies appropriate to the area in which they work as demonstrated through annual validations
• Knowledge of practice requirements of RN/LPN scope of practice as outlined in the State of Virginia Practice Act
• Knowledge of psychiatric nursing and interventions and clinical knowledge base
• The Company has a mandatory vaccination policy. All successful applicants must be fully vaccinated, including showing proper documentation, or otherwise be exempt pursuant to the Company's exemption process prior to their start date as a condition of employment
• State of Virginia Fingerprint Clearance Card

It would be great if you had:

• Previous emergency room or crisis psychiatric care experience
• Familiarity with Court Ordered Treatment process and VA Involuntary treatment process
• Master's degree in Nursing or additional related education and/or experience

What We Offer:

Full-time only:

• Employees (and their families) are offered comprehensive health insurance, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
• CHS pays for Basic Life, AD&D, Short and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Life insurance option for employees and their families
• Health Savings Accounts (with $1,000 to $2,000 employer contribution depending on plan)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (health care and dependent care)
• 401k company match after 6 months (50% of deferrals up to 6% of compensation)
• Generous PTO starting at 160 hours accrued annually and 12 recognized company holidays

All employees (Pool, Part-time and Full-time):

• Employee Assistance Program to help with confidential emotional support, work life solutions, financial solutions, legal assistance, or online support
• Online Subscription to Headspace, a digital mindfulness and meditation platform
• After 90 days, you are auto enrolled in the 401k Plan

The standard hiring range for this position in Chantilly, VA is $115,345 to $145,877 annually. The exact compensation will be based on factors such as years of experience, competency, and skill level.

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EEO Statement

Connections Health Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees and applicants.