Nurse Manager – Behavioral Health - NMBHAN

Job Title: Nurse Manager – Behavioral Health

Location: Dulles, VA
Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Schedule: Day Shift | No Weekends

Compensation & Incentives

• Salary Range: $100,000 – $145,000 per year (based on experience)

• Relocation Assistance: Available (HR-approved)

• Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package

Position Overview

A healthcare organization is seeking an experienced Nurse Manager – Behavioral Health to oversee daily operations of an acute care Behavioral Health Nursing Unit. This leadership role is responsible for ensuring safe, compassionate, and high-quality patient care through effective staff leadership, operational oversight, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the Behavioral Health Nursing Unit

• Provide leadership, coaching, and professional development to nursing staff

• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and quality of care

• Oversee staffing, scheduling, workflow, and performance management

• Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment for behavioral health patients

• Support crisis prevention, de-escalation, and intervention protocols

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required

• Minimum of 2 years of leadership experience as a Nurse Manager, Supervisor, or Clinical Team Lead

• Prior leadership experience within an Acute Care Behavioral Health Unit required

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification required

• Nonviolent Crisis Intervention certification required within 30 days of start date

Preferred Experience

• Acute Care Behavioral Health leadership experience strongly preferred

• Strong background in nursing administration, staff development, and patient safety

Benefits & Perks

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage

• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match

• Paid time off (PTO) and paid family leave

• Tuition reimbursement and ongoing career development support

• Employee wellness and assistance programs

For more details reach at ukhan@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 518-862-1204.

About Navitas Healthcare, LLC: It is a certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.