Nurse Manager - Behavioral Health Unit

Company: University Hospitals
Location: Chardon
Posted on: January 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Description What You Will Do Leads the planning, implementation and evaluation of the nursing process. Promotes a positive patient experience and environment that supports family centered care reflective of the patient population. Builds and retains a talented and inspired workforce by developing, engaging and empowering personnel to fulfill their potential. Collaborates as an integrated team by sharing information, best practices and results openly through practice in a professional governance model. Contributes to and facilitates strategic program growth, development and organizational change. Accountable and responsible to the achievement of organizational and financial goals. Achieves quality outcomes through the utilization of a performance improvement process. Uses evidence based practice and research to guide patient care through interdisciplinary collaboration. Responsible for self-development and supports a learning environment. Demonstrates progressive leadership and effective management. Accountable for ensuring regulatory standards are maintained. Displays commitment to the mission, vision and values of the organization. Additional Responsibilities Performs other duties as assigned. Complies with all policies and standards. For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation. Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace. Qualifications Education (BSN) Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (Required) or (MN) Master in Nursing (Required) Work Experience 3 years progressive clinical and management experience required 4 years of psychiatric nursing experience required This position is located at Geauga Medical Center Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Demonstrates skills in human relations, human & material resource management. (Required proficiency) Evidence of ability to provide exceptional nursing leadership. (Required proficiency) Demonstrates the ability to facilitate change, excellent communication and organizational skills. (Required proficiency) Demonstrates a professional demeanor when responding to patients/customers. (Required proficiency) Able to handle high-pressure situations. (Required proficiency) Knowledge of current technology and equipment to meet patient and employee needs. (Required proficiency) PC and computer applications. (Required proficiency) Licenses and Certifications Registered Nurse (RN), Ohio and/or Multi State Compact License (Required) and Basic Life Support (BLS) (Required) or obtained within nursing orientation Certification in clinical or leadership specialty (Required within 1 Year) Certification in psychiatric and mental health nursing preferred Physical Demands Standing Occasionally Walking Occasionally Sitting Constantly Lifting Rarely up to 20 lbs Carrying Rarely up to 20 lbs Pushing Rarely up to 20 lbs Pulling Rarely up to 20 lbs Climbing Rarely up to 20 lbs Balancing Rarely Stooping Rarely Kneeling Rarely Crouching Rarely Crawling Rarely Reaching Rarely Handling Occasionally Grasping Occasionally Feeling Rarely Talking Constantly Hearing Constantly Repetitive Motions Frequently Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Frequently Travel Requirements 10%

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