Nurse Supervisor

Discovery Behavioral Health (DBH) is a national leader in behavioral healthcare and one of the fastest growing companies in the field. DBH offers world-class treatment for those struggling with eating disorders, mental health, and substance use and places a high priority on seeking employees who share our passion for improving the lives we serve.

Since 1997, Discovery Mood and Anxiety Programs, DBH’s Mental Health Disorder Division, has helped thousands of patients discover their path to the full and rewarding lives they deserve with evidence-based and inclusive treatment options.

Compensation Range: $94-102k annually 

Compensation will be dependent upon geographic region, education, and experience 

Our Offer to You!

We are dedicated to empowering our clinicians with their professional and personal development by providing:

• 401(k) with company match
• Healthcare benefits
• Vacation and sick days
• Employee referral program
• Employee discounts to various stores, amusement parks, events, etc.
• Resources to become a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist through IADEP
• Support for pursuing multi-state licensure
• Continuing education (CE) programs and training
• Supervision hours
• Weekly training opportunities
• Advancement opportunities within the organization

The Nurse Supervisor supervises, heads and coordinates nursing activities and nursing personnel. Functions under the supervision of the Director of Nursing, interfacing with medical and clinical services. Serves as a liaison between the Director of Nursing and Nursing staff. Plans, implements, directs and evaluates nursing care provided to all patients. Provides exceptional care to our patients through assessment, monitoring and communicating observations to the essential members of the treatment teams. 

Responsibilities

• Adheres to all DBH Policy and Procedures and ensures adherence to TJC/CARF regulatory guidelines. 
• Conducts self in a manner that represents DBH mission, vision and values 
• Provides orientation and training to all new nursing staff on shift. 
• Serves as the shift supervisor for all nursing care in conjunction with the Director of Nursing. 
• Develops and initiates the Nursing Care Plan. 
• Facilitates therapeutic nursing or health groups. 
• Provides clear and complete client documentation. 
• Implements Physician Orders. 
• Administers medication as prescribed. 
• Counts narcotics daily, logs appropriately. 
• Meets regularly with medical staff to discuss patient treatment. 
• Performs primary first aid and determining need for physician notification. 
• Consults with physician and psychiatrist to ensure appropriate medical interventions. 
• Demonstrates leadership abilities, with an ability to communicate with people from all educational and cultural backgrounds. 

• Demonstrates tact, initiative, resourcefulness, a professional manner, enthusiasm, and a non-judgmental attitude.  
• Demonstrates respect and empathy towards patients and peers. 
• Assists with scheduling nursing staff. 
• Ensures Medication Administration Records (MARS) are completed in electronic medical record system and ensures that all narcotic logs are completed each shift as directed by policy and regulation. 
• Communicates with BHT staff and serves as a link to clinical team to provide care to patients. 
• Assess psychological and medical issues, prioritizing and reporting to the proper clinical staff and leadership. 
• Responsible for leading staff and delegating responsibilities in a positive and professional manner in conjunction with the Director of Nursing. 
• Complete medical and nutritional assessments upon admission, chemical dependency and suicide history, documenting all issues appropriately. 
• Assign admissions and ensure admissions and discharge protocols are being maintained. 
• Administration, maintenance, and documentation of medications per DBH and facility policies and procedures.  Ensure medications are destroyed after discharges. 
• Promotes restoration of health, patient and family education and serves as a patient advocate. 
• Administers TB testing to patients in accordance with Department of Health and facility and DBH policies. 
• Maintain, adhere to and promote infection control measures. 
• Responsible for maintaining safety and security of patients, staff, and medications. 
• Coordinates emergency medical care for medical and psychiatric emergencies. 
• Works with multi-disciplinary team to resolve patient issues, while also being able to work autonomously 
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job. 
• Complete reports on unusual incidents. 
• Covers shifts when needed to ensure appropriate nursing coverage. 
• Any other duties as assigned. 

For a virtual tour of the facility, please visit our website at discoverymood.com

• Must be a graduate of an approved nursing program with a current licensure from an appropriate state licensing board. RN preferred; LVN/LPN required.
• Bachelor of Science and Nursing preferred.
• ADN (Associate Degree in Nursing) accepted.
• One year experience preferred working in mental health, substance use, or eating disorders field.
• Ability to draw blood required.
• Obtain CPI certification within 90 days of hire.
• Obtain CPR, AED, and First Aid certification.
• Must possess a current Driver’s License in good standing.

Not sure if you meet all the qualifications? Apply anyway! To provide truly innovative care, we need to have a diverse team around us. That’s why Discovery Behavioral Health is committed to creating an inclusive environment. If you find yourself meeting some but not all the above, we’d be happy to consider your application.  

We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. 

For more information about our company benefits, please visit us at discoverybehavioralhealth.com/careers/ 

Discovery Behavioral Health seeks to build a diverse staff that is reflective of the patients we serve and the communities where we work. DBH encourages multiple perspectives, experiences, and strives to hire and retain a diverse workforce.