Job Title: Nurse Manager – Behavioral Health
Location: Dulles, Virginia
Position Type: Full-Time | Permanent
A reputable healthcare organization in the Dulles, Virginia area is seeking an experienced Nurse Manager – Behavioral Health to lead and oversee daily operations of the Behavioral Health unit. This leadership role is responsible for ensuring high-quality patient care, regulatory compliance, staff development, and operational efficiency within the department.
The Nurse Manager will provide clinical and administrative leadership, promote a culture of safety and collaboration, and drive performance improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes.
Oversee daily clinical and operational functions of the Behavioral Health unit.
Provide leadership, supervision, and support to nursing and support staff.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and accreditation standards.
Manage staffing plans, scheduling, and productivity to align with patient census and budget goals.
Monitor and improve quality metrics, patient satisfaction, and safety outcomes.
Collaborate with physicians, interdisciplinary teams, and hospital leadership to ensure coordinated patient care.
Participate in strategic planning, policy development, and program growth initiatives.
Lead staff recruitment, onboarding, performance evaluations, and professional development.
Manage departmental budgets and resource allocation effectively.
Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (Virginia or compact state).
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.
Minimum 3–5 years of Behavioral Health nursing experience.
Prior leadership or supervisory experience in a healthcare setting.
Strong knowledge of psychiatric nursing standards and regulatory requirements.
Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
Master’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or related field.
Experience managing inpatient Behavioral Health services.
Demonstrated success in quality improvement and team development initiatives.
For more details reach at jmckenzie@navitashealth.com
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.