What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Nursing – Intervention Services Unit position at UHS?
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected healthcare management companies, operating through its subsidiaries acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities and ambulatory centers nationwide. Founded in 1978, UHS subsidiaries now have more than 65,000 employees. The UHS business strategy is to build or purchase health care properties in rapidly growing markets and create a strong franchise based on exceptional service and effective cost control. Our success comes from a responsive management style and a service philosophy based on integrity, competence and compassion.
The Sierra Vista Hospital location, a 171-bed psychiatric care facility located in south Sacramento, is a full-service mental health facility and a center of support for patients and their families. Since 1986, we have offered our clinical expertise to those suffering from emotional, behavioral and addiction problems.
Sierra Vista Hospital is seeking a Director of Nursing - Intervention Services Unit. If you're passionate about working in the behavioral health setting and have the desire to lead a team of healthcare professionals dedicated to serving our patients, we want to hear from you!
The Director of Intervention Services Unit is responsible for managing and directing a 9-chair behavioral health crisis unit with 24/7 coverage including:
- Developing and maintaining staffing schedules
- Coordinating admissions and discharges
- Developing and implementing daily treatment regimen in collaboration with the multidisciplinary treatment team
In addition, this position will oversee the clinical operations prescreening, crisis support, scheduling, and drop-in assessments. The Director supports coordination with other services for individuals admitted to the unit and will provide clinical leadership, management, and direct care to individuals admitted to the crisis unit.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Experience:
Minimum five (5) years’ experience in psychiatric/mental health field, with a minimum of three (3) years in a lead/managerial capacity.
Licensure:
Register Nurse (RN)
Additional Requirements:
- A strong knowledge of The Joint Commission, Title XXII, CMS, OSHA regulations, and patient rights standards and all other applicable federal and state laws and regulations governing mental health care partial programs. Knowledge of NAPHS is a plus.
- CPR certification and successful completion of the hospital’s designated behavioral and physical management training program including de-escalation and appropriate use of seclusion and restraint required prior to assisting in the procedures.
Sierra Vista Offers:
- Competitive Compensation
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plan
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
- Career development opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
- Education Assistance
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
Why is Sierra Vista Hospital a great place to work?
- Dynamic people
- Team-oriented environment
- Opportunity for advancement
- Great training program for new grads!
- Rewarding career opportunities
