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Nursing Director of Behavioral Health | Registered Nurse

Nursing Director of Behavioral Health | Registered Nurse

Rio StaffingNatick, MA, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Permanent
Job description

Director of Behavioral Health Nursing

Location : Natick, Massachusetts

Employment Type : Full-Time, On-Site

About Client

A respected healthcare organization is seeking a driven nursing leader to oversee multiple psychiatric and behavioral health units. This position reports directly to the Chief Nursing Officer and focuses on delivering strategic nursing oversight, operational excellence, and clinical leadership in a dynamic behavioral health setting.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Base Salary : $150,000 - $185,000, based on experience
  • Starting Bonus : Up to $40,000
  • Relocation Assistance : Available for exceptional candidates
  • Shift : Not specified
  • Benefits Package : Full suite including health, dental, vision, retirement, and interview travel reimbursement

Job Summary

This role offers an opportunity to lead clinical operations and drive high standards of patient care in behavioral health units. The Director of Behavioral Health Nursing will manage staff, ensure compliance, and implement strategies that improve care delivery and team performance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead daily clinical operations across designated behavioral health units
  • Ensure patient care quality, safety, and regulatory compliance standards are met
  • Collaborate with senior leadership and interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes
  • Develop and implement unit-based care strategies
  • Mentor and support unit managers and charge nurses
  • Maintain 24 / 7 responsibility including staffing, scheduling, and budget oversight
  • Advocate for nursing professionalism and excellence
  • Minimum Requirements

  • Active RN license in Massachusetts (or eligibility to transfer)
  • Bachelor's degree in nursing or healthcare-related field
  • Minimum 2 years of behavioral health or psychiatric nursing experience
  • Minimum 2 years in a leadership role within a hospital setting
  • Current CPR certification
  • Ideal Qualifications

  • MSN or master's degree in a healthcare-related field
  • Strong leadership presence and clinical judgment
  • Experience managing multi-unit teams with focus on aligning staff to quality care goals
  • Collaborative mindset with ability to thrive in fast-paced environments
  • Elevate Your Career

    Apply for this Director of Behavioral Health Nursing position and let Rio Staffing represent you to our network of esteemed healthcare clients. We are committed to providing timely feedback and advocating for you throughout the hiring process, ensuring you find the role that aligns with your career goals. Our direct hire services focus on placing top healthcare professionals in positions where they can thrive and make a meaningful impact on patient care. Start your journey with us today and take the next step toward your ideal role in healthcare.

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