Registered Nurse, Inpatient Psychiatric Unit - Department Manager

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Job Overview: Los Angeles Jewish Health-Auerbach Geriatric Psychiatric Department, a leading acute inpatient geriatric psychiatric hospital, is seeking a dynamic and experienced Geriatric Psychiatric Program Manager to lead our dedicated team. The successful candidate will play a key role in overseeing and enhancing the delivery of patient care and services within our geriatric psychiatric department. If you have a passion for providing high-quality mental health care to elderly individuals and possess strong leadership skills, we invite you to apply for this rewarding position.

Responsibilities:

• Leadership and Administration:
  • Provide visionary leadership to the geriatric psychiatric department, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
  • Oversee and coordinate the daily operations of the department to ensure efficient and effective patient care.
  • Collaborate with the Program Director to implement strategic initiatives and achieve departmental goals.
• Patient Care Management:
  • Ensure that patient care meets or exceeds federal, state, and local standards, as well as hospital policies and procedures.
  • Supervise and evaluate the delivery of psychiatric care to elderly patients, addressing their unique emotional, social, and medical needs.
  • Work closely with the medical staff, nursing personnel, and other department supervisors to maintain the highest quality of care.
• Staff Development:
  • Recruit, train, and mentor a skilled and compassionate team of psychiatric professionals.
  • Conduct regular performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback and identifying opportunities for professional growth.
  • Foster a culture of continuous learning and development within the department.
• Regulatory Compliance:
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, accreditation standards, and licensing requirements.
  • Stay informed about industry trends and best practices in geriatric psychiatric care.

Qualifications:

• Current license to practice as a registered nurse (RN) in California.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a leadership role, including the Charge Nurse role, within an acute care setting.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate required.
• Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (CPI) training and certification required within six (6) months of hiring.
• In-depth knowledge of psychiatric care, including familiarity with regulatory and compliance standards.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate a multidisciplinary team.

Requirements:

• Ability to navigate and collaborate in a fast-paced and dynamic healthcare environment.
• Compassion and empathy for the unique needs of elderly individuals with psychiatric conditions.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to maintain composure in challenging situations.

• Proficient in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding the English language.

Physical and Sensory Requirements:

• Ability to move intermittently throughout the workday.
• Coping with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
• Adequate vision and hearing or use of prosthetics to fulfill job requirements.
• Meet general health requirements set forth by the facility.
• Ability to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 25 pounds.
• Assistance in the evacuation of patients/residents during emergency situations.

Working Conditions:

• Dynamic work environment within an acute inpatient geriatric psychiatric hospital.
• Regular interactions with patients, families, medical staff, and other healthcare professionals.
• Participation in ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Physical activity involving sitting, standing, bending, lifting, and intermittent movement during working hours.
• Potential exposure to emotionally upset or potentially violent situations.
• Potential call back during emergency conditions.
• Handling hazardous materials and exposure to infectious waste, diseases, and other air contaminants.

Application Process: To apply for the Geriatric Psychiatric Program Manager position, please submit your resume and cover letter through our online application portal. Be sure to highlight your relevant experience, leadership skills, and commitment to providing exceptional geriatric psychiatric care.