Nursing Coordinator
Stars Behavioral Health Group
Summary
The Nursing Department Coordinator is responsible for hiring, onboarding, training, and supervising nursing staff while ensuring the delivery of high-quality nursing care. Supports the development and implementation of nursing objectives, standards, policies, and procedures, and provides direct nursing services as needed.
Job description
- Assists with recruitment and staffing recommendations
- Oversees nursing schedules and on-call coverage
- Ensures accurate and timely medical record documentation
- Contributes to medication management controls and infection prevention efforts
- Identifies risks and recommends corrective actions
- Provides crisis intervention support
- Facilitates departmental meetings
- Participates in leadership and program meetings
- Serves in the leadership on-call rotation
Division/Program Overview
- Population Served: Serving adults, ages 18-59
- Facility & Setting: 24/7 inpatient voluntary program, 16-bed facility
- Clinical Services: Rehabilitation/recovery services, including substance use rehabilitation services
- Length of Stay: 30-60 day stay
- Skills & Services: Pre-vocational or vocational counseling and medication evaluation and support services
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited school of licensed vocational nursing or psychiatric technology required
- Associate degree preferred
- Four (4) years experience working as a nurse in a behavioral health field required
- One (1) year of medication administration experience required
- One (1) year experience in a nursing leadership role preferred
- Valid California LVN or LPT license
- Current CPR certification
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Paid vacation
- Holiday pay
- On-the-job training
- Paid CEU opportunities
- Career development programs
- BBS supervision hours
Company overview
Stars Behavioral Health Group is a prominent mental health care provider specializing in comprehensive behavioral health services for individuals and communities. The organization focuses on delivering evidence-based treatment programs for various mental health conditions, substance use disorders, and co-occurring disorders. With a patient-centered approach, Stars Behavioral Health Group offers a continuum of care that includes outpatient services, intensive treatment programs, crisis intervention, and community-based support services. The organization is committed to improving mental health outcomes through innovative therapeutic approaches, trauma-informed care, and culturally responsive services. Operating primarily in California, Stars Behavioral Health Group collaborates with healthcare systems, schools, and community organizations to expand access to quality mental health care. Their services encompass individual and group therapy, psychiatric evaluation, medication management, case management, and prevention programs designed to support recovery and promote mental wellness across diverse populations.