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Acadia Healthcare

Operates extensive behavioral health treatment network

RN House Supervisor

Nursing & Frontline Patient CareUpdated on Nov 13
Full-timeGermantown, TN, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A current registered nursing license in the state where the facility is located is required.
  • At least one year of experience as a registered nurse in any setting is required.
  • Current certification or license to practice within the state where the facility is located is required.
  • CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification are required; training is available upon hire and offered by the facility.

Responsibilities

  • Anticipate and manage changes in census and acuity, and allocate nursing resources based on patient acuity and care needs.
  • Model customer-service expectations and demonstrate urgency regarding patient safety.
  • Enforce and interpret policies for patient and resident care delivery.
  • Ensure proper unit staffing and staff ratios, cover call-offs and vacation time, and align staffing with patient-care needs.
  • Ensure chart checks, nursing assessments, the seclusion/restraint log, medication administration records, and report sheets are completed and kept accurate and current.
  • Complete rounds at the beginning of shifts and perform random audits.
  • Assist nursing leaders in ensuring staff are oriented and competent to perform required duties, including coaching staff as needed.
  • Provide mentoring and training as needed.
  • Support the nursing leadership team in ensuring facility compliance with professional, regulatory, and governmental standards.
  • Monitor and evaluate patient-care processes and outcomes to ensure effective, competent, compassionate, and safe care.
  • Coordinate patient care, including physician orders and diagnostic information, and ensure consultations are ordered.
  • Document medical and behavioral-health information and nursing care.
  • Administer medications and maintain records in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • Assist in developing patient-specific plans of care with measurable goals, objectives, and interventions, and update or revise plans as goals are met or patient conditions change.
  • Prioritize tasks and delegate staff to ensure quality patient care.
  • Lead admissions and discharges during the shift, inform physicians of patient-condition changes, and adjust staffing accordingly.
  • Use the administrator on call for situations requiring additional attention.
  • Provide direct care as needed.
  • Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

  • A Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an accredited school of nursing is preferred.
  • More than one year of experience as a registered nurse is strongly preferred.
  • One year of experience in psychiatric or recovery programs is preferred.
  • Experience as a charge registered nurse or in another leadership position is strongly preferred.
  • First aid may be required based on the state or facility.

About the Company

Acadia Healthcare

Operates extensive behavioral health treatment network

Acadia Healthcare runs the largest international network of behavioral health facilities, delivering treatment for mental health and addiction issues. It provides inpatient psychiatric care, substance abuse detox, residential treatment, and outpatient programs, with services including medication-assisted treatment, family therapy, and experiential therapies across multiple care levels. The company stands out through its vast network of 230 locations across 40 states and its partnerships with other health systems via joint ventures with organizations like Fairview Health Services, Orlando Health, and SCL Health. Its goal is to improve access to behavioral health care by expanding its network and partnerships to offer coordinated, end-to-end treatment nationwide.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Franklin, TN
Founded
2005

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