The Adult Co-Occurring Disorders Unit is a 22 bed unit offering rapid evaluation with medical and psychiatric intervention. A track for adults with concurrent chemical dependency provides brief crisis intervention with a physician until the patient can be transferred to a lower level of care. As a Unit Manager you will: Provide 24-hour operational management of assigned unit. Manage expense budget(s) of assigned clinical programs. Maintain clinical environment and staffing strategy that enable program to maintain or exceed budgeted census; is proactive and responsive to changes in patient acuity and census and makes appropriate adjustments to ensure the maintenance of a safe and therapeutic environment of care. Be responsible for the provision of clinical services that are based on an understanding of the cognitive and developmental needs of mentally ill adults, are responsive to changing program needs, and that meet internal and external requirements. Supervise nursing, and support staff. Utilize clinical expertise in the delivery of direct patient care, consultative activities, staff development, and treatment planning. Participate in promoting effective team-building, quality improvement and strong orientation toward customer relations. Responsibilities: Customer Relations Actively seeks to provide quality services that meet the needs of patients as well as other customers - families, visitors, staff, referrers, and payers. Operational/Milieu Management Provides for the 24-hour management of the milieu and operational concerns of assigned unit. Maintains clinical environment and staffing strategy that enable program to maintain or exceed budgeted census. Ensures the maintenance of a safe and therapeutic environment. Monitors unit staffing on a 24-hour basis to meet patient care needs and regulatory requirements. Budget Management Collaborates with Director, Division of Clinical Services to develop expense budgets for assigned programs. Collaborates with Service Chief and program Medical Director to evaluate the budgetary impact on clinical programming. Manages budget activity to assure compliance with fiscal targets. Provides updates and reports as requested. Keeps Service Chief apprised of budget issues. Develops strategies to improve budget performance. Delivery of Clinical Services Ensures the delivery of quality nursing services, that are based on an understanding of the special needs of the patient population served. Applies knowledge of normal growth and development of adults through the use of accepted conceptual principles, e.g. Erikson. Ensures that clinical services meet internal and external standards. Utilizes clinical expertise in the provision of direct patient care, consultative activities, staff development, and treatment planning. Staff Supervision/Training Selects, participates in assuring adequate orientation to the job, appraises job performance (with input from Service Chief), and as necessary, disciplines and discharges assigned nursing, and program support staff. Provides ongoing clinical and administrative supervision. Ensures that staff demonstrate competency in specified clinical skills and that duties are assigned on that basis. Provides input into the development of in-service education and ensures that staff attend required in-service programs. Identifies individual/group issues and concerns and develops strategies for action which assist in promoting and maintaining team morale. Program Planning and Evaluation Collaborates with the Service Chief(s) in the development and implementation of clinical programming. Provides effective liaison between assigned unit/clinical program(s) and Division of Clinical Services. Actively participates in the determination of core staffing, staffing mix, and appropriate acuity indicators for assigned patient population(s); reevaluates and recommends modifications based on changes in patient population and clinical programming. Investigates and follows through on project assignments. Formulates unit-based quality improvement plan and collaborates in the development, implementation, and evaluation of hospital quality improvement activities. Documentation/Compliance Evaluates and monitors nursing, documentation and initiates corrective action to ensure compliance with internal and external standards. Requirements: Work requires written and oral communication skills and comprehensive knowledge of standards of nursing practice - acquired through completion of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited nursing program and at least 2 years of progressively more responsible inpatient psychiatric nursing experience. Individuals without a bachelor's degree may be considered if they have completed a diploma nursing program and have at least 4 years of progressively more responsible inpatient psychiatric nursing experience. Must possess current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Maryland at the time of appointment and continuously throughout tenure in position. Work requires clinical and managerial skills, knowledge of psychiatric nursing, and ability to meet the core competencies (as defined on the competency assessment form) required for working with the specific patient population - acquired through three to five years' of progressively more responsible inpatient psychiatric nursing experience. In addition, work requires three to six months' orientation to acquire sufficient familiarity with the clinical program, Clinical Services Division policies and procedures, Sheppard Pratt policies, and the requirements of regulatory agencies. Work requires interpersonal skills sufficient to provide effective leadership for assigned personnel and to interact effectively with adult psychiatrically ill patients, their family members, visitors, and a variety of Sheppard Pratt department staff (51 to 80% of work time). Work requires analytical and problem-solving abilities necessary to effectively manage unit/program resources, collaborate in clinical program planning, identify appropriate measures of acuity for assigned patient population, and evaluate the quality of nursing care. In keeping with the Maryland Board of Nursing guidelines, all nurses must have an active Maryland nursing license to practice in the state of Maryland, or must have an active license in a compact state that allows them to practice in Maryland, if they reside in that compact state. A multistate licensee who changes primary state of residence to another party state shall apply for a multistate license in the new party state within 60 days. The rule requires that a nurse apply for a new license in a new primary state of residence within 60 days of relocating, it does not require the new license be issued withing 60 days. The pay range for this position is $46.53 minimum to $76.66 maximum. Pay for this position is determined on a number of factors, including but not limited to, years and level of related experience. #LI-IM1
This position is being recruited and hired by Sheppard Pratt Solutions on behalf of Beverly Hospital - a Sheppard Pratt Partner. This role will be based at Beverly Hospital in Amesbury, MA . Backed by Sheppard Pratt - the nation's largest private, nonprofit behavioral health provider - Sheppard Pratt Solutions partners with community hospitals to expand access to high-quality mental healthcare, bringing essential services closer to those in need. Learn about our child and adolescent psychiatry services Learn about Sheppard Pratt What to expect. We are searching for a caring Registered Nurse (RN) to join our inpatient psychiatric program for child and adolescents. In this role, you’ll work with a team of specialists to deliver compassionate, age-appropriate care to young patients facing mental health challenges. Specific responsibilities include: Providing empathetic, patient-centered care while maintaining confidentiality . Collaborating with the treatment team to assess, plan, and evaluate patient care . Leading and documenting therapeutic groups and interventions . Safely administering medications and managing crises using de-escalation techniques . Ensuring compliance with regulatory and safety standards. What you’ll get from us. At Sheppard Pratt, you will work alongside a multi-disciplined team led by a bold vision to change lives. We offer: A commitment to professional development, including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program to support ongoing education and licensure and/or certification preparation Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits for benefit eligible positions 403b retirement match Generous paid-time-off for benefit eligible positions Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Generous mileage reimbursement program Pay for this position is determined on a number of factors, including but not limited to, years and level of related experience as a registered nurse. What we need from you. Must be a graduate of an accredited nursing program. Must hold current registered nurse (RN) licensure to practice in Massachusetts. Experience in an inpatient psychiatric nursing setting is preferred, but not necessary. WHY SHEPPARD PRATT? At Sheppard Pratt, we are more than just a workplace. We are a community of healthcare professionals who are dedicated to providing hope and healing to individual’s facing life’s challenges. Join us and be a part of a mission that changes lives! #LI-EH1
$4,000 Sign on Bonus. Our Child and Adolescent Neuropsychiatric Unit is a specialized inpatient unit for the psychiatric evaluation, stabilization, and treatment of children and adolescents with co-occurring developmental and psychiatric disorders. This 14-bed unit is the only one of its kind in Maryland, and offers a behavioral approach to care for these dually diagnosed children and adolescents. As an LPN, you will: Provide professional patient care Collect patient data and participate in treatment planning Administer medications and medical treatment as prescribed by physician Document and report patient progress to treatment team Requires: Graduation from an accredited program of nursing and current registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Maryland at the time of appointment and continuously throughout tenure in position (or must be eligible to obtain LPN licensure by time of hire). LPNs are required to work every other weekend (Saturday & Sunday). Experience in psychiatric nursing preferred. Must be able to attend required 7 day orientation: Thursday, Friday and the following Monday through Friday from 8:00am-4:30pm each day, excluding Saturday and Sunday.
As a Hospital Operations Supervisor you will: Oversees or shares oversight of hospital-wide nursing services during evening, night or weekend shifts. Reviews shift reports from preceding shifts to be apprised of activity and issues; makes rounds or collaboratively manages rounds coverage to assure the quality of nursing services on all units. Monitors high risk and complicated cases and institutes appropriate actions when in-the-moment decisions are needed. May reassign and reallocate nursing resources to meet building needs. Provides significant input into the performance appraisal and competency assessment of nursing staff. Provides effective communication with the CNO, Unit Managers/Directors, Senior Nursing Directors, and the staffing office. Participates in the development of nursing policies, procedures, standards of practice, and in the planning and evaluation of nursing operations. Requires: Work requires graduation from an accredited program of nursing, possession of a current RN license in the State of Maryland, and at least 3 years of psychiatric nursing experience, with at least two years in an inpatient environment. BSN is preferred. Experience must include: comprehensive knowledge of psychiatric nursing, strong clinical and leadership skills, knowledge of the specialized needs of varying patient populations, demonstrated ability to build collaborative work relationships, proven ability to make effective clinical decisions in the moment, general knowledge of TJC and regulatory requirements, computer skills that include familiarity with electronic medical record, Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel, scheduling system, and electronic medications dispensing. Work requires interpersonal skills to provide effective leadership and coordination of nursing staff on assigned shift and to interact respectfully with patients, visitors, and staff. Work requires problem solving skills to manage resources, respond quickly to emergencies, and participate in the planning, monitoring, and evaluation of nursing services. Work requires constant adaptation to multiple demands for the individual's time and energy and produces a high level of stress and mental fatigue. Work requires the ability to quickly identify issues, intervene and escalate as necessary Hours: Standard schedule: 3:00pm – 11:30pm 30-minute break included Start times are fixed; end times may vary depending on end-of-shift acuity Biweekly weekend shifts required (fewer weekends possible if coverage remains consistent) If you prefer 12 hour shifts, options may be available. Please discuss your preferences during the interview process. Benefits: At Sheppard Pratt, you will work alongside a multi-disciplined team led by a bold vision to change lives. We offer: A commitment to professional development, including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program to support ongoing education and licensure and/or certification preparation Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits for benefit eligible positions 403b retirement match Generous paid-time-off for benefit eligible positions Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Generous mileage reimbursement program The pay range for this position is $37.33/hr minimum to $61.52/hr maximum. Pay for this position is determined on a number of factors, including but not limited to, years and level of related experience.
As a Nurse Coordinator you will: Communicates in a therapeutic, respectful way with patients at the patients’ level of understanding. Investigates and follows up on complaints or concerns from patients’ family members. Assigns inpatient rooms based on requirements of programming tracks on inpatient unit(s). Reassigns nursing staff as necessary to provide optimum coverage and regulatory/compliance requirements. Manages milieu and operational concerns on unit(s). Assists and provides direction to nursing staff in resolving problems. Apprises nurse leader of concerns that require her/his attention. In the absence of or as delegated by the nurse leader, assesses and coordinates the resolution of clinical crises. Provides significant input into the procedures and protocols for the unit Provides support to nurse leader by interviewing and screening candidates for existing nursing vacancies. Orients new nursing staff to the unit. Maintains appropriate documentation regarding new employee and ongoing education and training, competency assessment and performance appraisal, working with Human Resources as needed. Identifies nursing staff education needs and recommends methods of staff development to nurse leader. Provides input into the performance appraisals of RNs, mental health workers and unit support staff Utilizes clinical expertise in the provision of direct patient care as needed, consultative activities, staff development, and treatment planning. Provides quality nursing care services that are based on an understanding of the needs of the assigned patient population Assists nurse leader in evaluating and monitoring nursing documentation and initiates corrective action to ensure compliance with internal and external standards Helps create a culture of performance improvement that contributes to providing quality, cost effective services. Suggests ways in which the unit/program can maintain and improve safety. Attends required in-services for updates and reviews. Maintains confidentiality with regard to all communication pertaining to patients, families and organizational business. Other duties as assigned . Requirements: Work requires graduation from an accredited program of nursing (BSN preferred) and possession of a current license as a Registered Nurse in the State of Maryland at the time of appointment and continuously while in position. Work requires clinical and managerial skills, knowledge of psychiatric nursing, and comprehensive knowledge of diagnosis and treatment of assigned patient population - acquired through two to three years of related experience, 1 of which must be in inpatient psychiatric nursing. Work requires interpersonal skills sufficient to provide effective leadership for assigned personnel and to interact effectively with psychiatrically and physically ill patients, family members, visitors and a variety of Sheppard Pratt departments (51 to 80% of work time). Work requires analytical and problem-solving abilities necessary to reassign nursing staff to meet programming demands of unit; screen applicants (with supervision of nurse leader); identify training needs; and resolve nursing and administrative issues in absence of the nurse leader. In keeping with the Maryland Board of Nursing guidelines, all nurses must have an active Maryland nursing license to practice in the state of Maryland, or must have an active license in a compact state that allows them to practice in Maryland, if they reside in that compact state. A multistate licensee who changes primary state of residence to another party state shall apply for a multistate license in the new party state within 60 days. The rule requires that a nurse apply for a new license in a new primary state of residence within 60 days of relocating, it does not require the new license be issued within 60 days. #LI-RM1
