What are the responsibilities and job description for the BEHAVIORAL HEALTH MANAGER (PMHNP) position at Curana Health?
Job Details
Job Location
Kansas City, MO - Kansas City, MO
Position Type
Full Time
Description
Curana Health is a provider of value-based primary care services for the senior living industry, including skilled nursing facilities, assisted & independent living communities, Memory Care units, and affordable senior housing sites. Our 1,000 clinicians serve more than 1,500 senior living community partners across 33 states, and Curana participates in various innovative CMS programs (including owned-and-operated Accountable Care Organizations and Medicare Advantage plans). With rapid year-over-year growth since our founding in 2021, Curana is setting a new standard in innovative care delivery for seniors with high-risk, complex clinical needs, many of whom have been historically underserved by the health care system. Our mission : To radically improve the health, happiness and dignity of senior living residents.
Overview : We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Behavioral Health Manager with a background as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to support and lead our regional clinical team. This role combines clinical expertise with leadership responsibilities, focusing on overseeing behavioral health services and personally delivering high-quality patient care.
Key Responsibilities :
- Provide clinical oversight and guidance to the regional behavioral health team, including psychiatrists, and psychiatric nurse practitioners
- Conduct psychiatric evaluations, assessments, and medication management.
- Develop and implement clinical programs and treatment protocols based on evidence-based practices and patient needs.
- Monitor program outcomes and make recommendations for improvements.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and accreditation requirements.
- Facilitate training sessions and continuing education opportunities to enhance staff skills and knowledge.
- Implement strategies to enhance patient care experiences and outcomes.
- Build and maintain relationships with community partners, referral sources, and other healthcare providers.
- Serve as a liaison between clinical staff and executive leadership, advocating for resources and support as needed.
- Ensure effective communication and collaboration within the behavioral health team and across departments.
Qualifications :
Additional Information :
Curana Health is dedicated to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity. We affirm, in policy and practice, our commitment to diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable or state law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state and local laws and ordinances.
The EEO policy applies to all personnel matters as outlined in our company policy including recruitment, hiring, transfers, and general treatment during employment.
