The following duties are normal for this position.

These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Must adhere to all policies & procedures while performing duties.

Monitors and assures the facilities' compliance, applicable standards, regulations and laws; assists in assuring that all State and Federal requirements are met; plans, organizes and directs facility functions and activities to achieve objectives and comply with regulatory requirements. Prepares reports, maintains records, compiles statistics, etc. as required.

Supervise all nursing personnel.

Delegate daily work assignments as pertains to nursing personnel.

In conjunction with Program Director, assure that nursing services are available and are consistent with overall client care, staffing ratios and program policies and procedures.

Maintain clinical competencies of nursing staff, including training and signing off of all TMAs.

In conjunction with the Program Director and MBH Human Resources, recruit, train and retain qualified nursing personnel.

Provide on-call availability to shift nursing personnel for questions and/or emergencies. Any additional shift coverage by Nurse Manager must be pre-approved by the VP/GM of Residential Program.

Provide on-call availability for intake personnel when appropriate and respond in a timely manner with admission confirmation.

Communicate with MBH Medical Director and other medical health professions to integrate services in accordance with facility policies and procedures and client care plans.

Enforce facility policies with authority to issue corrective action as needed.

Make frequent rounds to ensure nursing personnel are performing their assignments in accordance with acceptable nursing standards.

Review care plans weekly to ensure that appropriate care is being given.

Follow all controlled drug policies & procedures as required.

Oversee the medication disposal.

The Nurse Manager may admit, transfer, or discharge clients per facility policies and procedures

Qualifications Required to Perform Essential Job Functions:

Must have an RN license.

2 yrs. experience in a managerial position and Minimum 1 yr. experience in a chemical dependency facility and

2-3 years related experience required, or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Must know and understand all rules, regulations, and requirements of the assigned program.

Attend, participate, and present as appropriate, staff in-service and meetings.

Must document 12 hours of training in co-occurring mental health problems and chemical abuse of dependency that includes competencies related to philosophy, screening, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning, documentation, programming, medication, collaboration, mental health consultation, discharge planning.

CPR and first aid certified.

A minimum of two years continuous freedom from chemical use problems.

Required Skills, Knowledge and Ability:

Strong verbal skills and ability to communicate abstract concepts in a simple format

Ability to communicate with a variety of people from diverse cultures, socioeconomic and educational backgrounds.

Flexibility to meet a variety of changing priorities

Computer skills to draft emails, memos, and reporting

Cultural awareness and demonstration of sensitivity to various cultural norms and values