Exemption Status: Exempt
Locations: Putnam, CT
Hours: 40 hours per week
Schedule: Day Shift
Benefits & PerksEmployees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Earned Time Off (ETO), paid holidays, and sick time
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Prescription Drug Coverage
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with eligible employer contributions
- Educational Assistance & Student Loan Reimbursement - Up to $5,000 (36-40 hours) or $2,500 (20-35 hours) per fiscal year.
- Shift Differentials for eligible evening, night, and weekend shifts
- Pay-for-Performance opportunities
- Career Growth, Leadership Development, and Mentorship
- Life Insurance, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Wellness Programs, Recognition Events, Food Truck Fridays, and Weekly Pay
Nurse Manager Summary:As the
Nurse Manager, you will lead the day-to-day operations of the
Behavioral Health Inpatient Unit, ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality, and compassionate patient care. You will provide clinical and administrative leadership, oversee staff performance and development, promote collaboration across disciplines, and support operational excellence. As a visible and approachable leader, you will foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and professional growth while representing Day Kimball Health's mission and values in every interaction.
Nurse Manager Responsibilities: - Oversees the effective day-to-day operation of the Psychiatric In-Patient Unit.
- In conjunction with the Director, completes performance appraisals, follows up on staff achievement, counsels and/or educates as required.
- Works closely with Crisis workers, PIP and ED staff to help promptly facilitate behavioral health patient admissions to the inpatient unit from the Emergency Department.
- Serves as a liaison for communication between Behavioral Health and all other DKH hospital departments.
- To help reduce recidivism, takes an active role in monitoring discharge planning, including the supervision of the unit's nurse discharge planner.
- Serves as a positive role model for change by promoting and supporting changes initiated in the Psychiatric In-Patient Unit.
- Identifies quality improvement opportunities and in conjunction with the Director initiates and follows through on appropriate strategies.
- Serves as a clinical resource person for staff members, providing leadership and supporting staff development.
- Incorporates critical thinking and establishes priorities in decisions about patient care and Psychiatric In-Patient Unit operations.
- Assists the Director in budget preparation and implementation of cost-saving initiatives.
- Ensures a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors.
- Acts as a patient and staff advocate.
- Serves as designee to the Director of Behavioral Health in his/her absence.
Nurse Manager Education and Experience Requirements:Education
- Licensed and currently registered in the State of Connecticut as a Professional Nurse required.
- Preparation in nursing management preferred.
- Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
Experience
- Seven years current psychiatric nursing experience required.
- Minimum of five years experience in a leadership position preferred.
Nurse Manager Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: - Ability to organize and coordinate patient care in the Psychiatric In-Patient Unit.
- Demonstrates knowledge and experience in leadership and operational skills.
- Demonstrates ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships.
- Exhibits high-level verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrates ability to cope with and function effectively under stress.
- Meets skill requirements for the Behavioral Health Services Department.
