SUMMARY/OBJECTIVES

The Nurse Manager provides clinical leadership, operational oversight, and nursing supervision for Edgewater Health's behavioral health, addiction treatment, outpatient, residential, and community-based programs. This position is responsible for ensuring the delivery of safe, effective, evidence-based nursing care while maintaining compliance with all federal, state, accreditation, and organizational standards. The Nurse Manager evaluates the health needs of clients, oversees medication management, develops and implements nursing policies and procedures, monitors infection prevention activities, and ensures quality nursing practices throughout the organization. This position collaborates closely with the Medical Director, Chief Medical Officer, Psychiatrists, Advanced Practice Providers (NP's), Nursing staff, Clinicians, Counselors, Care Coordinators, Residential staff, and other interdisciplinary team members to promote positive patient outcomes, regulatory compliance, and organizational excellence. The Nurse Manager also provides leadership in staff development, quality improvement initiatives, medication safety, emergency preparedness, and continuous performance improvement while fostering a culture of compassionate, patient-centered care.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Clinical Leadership Provides leadership, supervision, and clinical oversight for all nursing services across outpatient, residential, addiction treatment, crisis, and community-based programs.

Supervises nursing activities including:

Medication administration Medication reconciliation Vital signs assessment Physical health monitoring Nursing assessments Development and implementation of nursing care plans Documentation of nursing services Ensures nursing services are delivered in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, licensing standards, accreditation standards, and organizational policies. Provides consultation regarding medical and nursing issues affecting patient care. Evaluates patient health needs and coordinates appropriate nursing interventions. Responds appropriately to medical emergencies and behavioral health crises. Medication Management Oversee all medication-related activities throughout the organization. Administers medications, including intramuscular (IM) injections, as ordered by licensed providers. Monitors medication effectiveness and adverse reactions. Communicates significant medication concerns to prescribing providers. Ensures physician orders are accurately obtained, documented, implemented, and monitored. Coordinates prescription refills and medication procurement as appropriate. Orders, inventories, and maintains medications and medical supplies. Oversees medication storage, security, documentation, and disposal according to regulatory requirements. Oversees medication administration training for non-licensed personnel in approved programs such as Assertive Community Treatment (ACT). Quality and Regulatory Compliance Develops, implements, reviews, and updates nursing policies, procedures, and clinical protocols. Oversee infection prevention and infection control activities. Ensures compliance with Indiana Department of Mental Health requirements, DEA regulations, OSHA, CDC guidelines, CARF (if applicable), HIPAA, and other regulatory agencies. Participate in agency-wide Quality Improvement (QI), Performance Improvement (PI), Risk Management, and Utilization Review activities. Monitors clinical documentation for completeness, accuracy, and regulatory compliance. Assists with surveys, audits, licensing reviews, and accreditation visits. Ensures standards for admission, utilization review, and concurrent review are followed. Staff Leadership and Development Supervises nursing personnel and provides clinical guidance to residential staff regarding medical care and resident safety. Participate in recruitment, interviewing, onboarding, orientation, coaching, performance evaluations, corrective action, and professional development of nursing staff. Ensures nursing staff maintain required licensure, certifications, competencies, and continuing education. Verifies appropriate credentialing and clinical competencies of nursing staff.

Develops and delivers education regarding:

Medication administration Infection control and prevention Emergency response Timely clinical documentation Medical policies and procedure adherence Serves as a clinical resource and mentor for staff. Patient Care Coordination Collaborates with physicians, nurse practitioners, psychiatrists, therapists, case managers, pharmacists, hospitals, and community providers. Coordinates continuity of care for patients. Assist patients and families with medical education when appropriate. Monitors laboratory testing, diagnostic studies, and follow-up care. Supports integrated behavioral and primary healthcare initiatives. Documentation and Administrative Responsibilities Completes Service Activity Logs (SALs) and other required documentation accurately and timely. Reviews nursing documentation for quality and compliance. Monitors attendance, scheduling, and staffing coverage. Participates in departmental meetings, interdisciplinary treatment team meetings, and organizational committees. Assists with special projects and organizational initiatives as assigned.

REQUIRED

COMPETENCIES-KSAs Clinical Knowledge Knowledge of psychiatric nursing principles. Knowledge of substance use disorder treatment. Knowledge of psychopharmacology. Knowledge of Primary Care nursing principles. Knowledge of medication administration and monitoring. Knowledge of adverse medication reactions and interventions. Knowledge of infection prevention and control practices. Knowledge of emergency medical response and crisis intervention. Knowledge of behavioral health treatment models. Knowledge of nursing assessments and care planning. Leadership Skills Ability to effectively supervise and develop staff. Strong organizational and time management skills. Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking abilities. Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities. Ability to make sound clinical decisions under pressure. Ability to lead change and continuous quality improvement initiatives. Communication Skills Excellent written and verbal communication. Effective interpersonal skills. Ability to educate patients, families, and staff. Ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams. Technical Skills Proficiency with Electronic Health Records (EHR). Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to maintain accurate clinical documentation. Familiarity with electronic medication administration systems.

Regulatory Knowledge Working knowledge of:

Indiana nursing regulations

HIPAA OSHA CDC

infection control guidelines DEA regulations Joint Commission and/or CARF standards (if applicable) Indiana Department of Mental Health requirements