Director of Nursing - Intervention Services Unit
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Responsibilities
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:
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:
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