Work where every moment mattersEvery day over Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common Pride in what we do knowing every moment matters here We invite you to become part of Connecticutrsquos most comprehensive healthcare network Since our founding by the Daughters of Charity in St Vincentrsquos has been dedicated to helping patients in Bridgeport and throughout Fairfield County St Vincentrsquos Medical Center with more than associates is a bed community teaching hospital including a bed inpatient psychiatric facility in Westport a large multispecialty provider group and St Vincentrsquos Special Needs Services St Vincents Medical Center is committed to exceptional health care for all with special attention to persons living in poverty and those who are most vulnerable It is the first hospital in Fairfield County to be integrated into the Hartford HealthCare network and is the systemrsquos second largest hospitalPosition SummaryThe Director of Nursing Behavioral Health will be responsible for the oversight of the inpatient behavioral health units and service line in the Fairfield region which includes the Westport Campus as well as the inpatient and behavioral health unit in the emergency department at St Vincentrsquos Medical Center The Director will collaborate with physician leaders the management team and relevant clinical and administrative leaders to plan comprehensive programs and ensure that the highest level of quality patient centered care is deliveredKey AccountabilitiesEnsures quality patient care by setting standards and identifying opportunities for improvements for nursing practice and client care that are evidence based for the behavioral health specialtiesCollaborates with Behavioral Health Network and other Hartford Healthcare nursing colleagues to promote and standardize best practices in behavioral health nursingCreates a thriving trusting team culture Provides team with clear expectations positive and constructive feedback to maximize potential and improve performance Encourages professional development identifying opportunities for growth and ongoing education Participates in the preparation and monitoring of operating and capital budgets in collaboration with the department leaders forecasts demand for services and conducts trending analysis Creates presents and integrates service line business and operational plansmetrics which align with the achievement of key hospital strategic objectivesFacilitates continuous performance improvement by encouraging innovation supporting reasonable risk taking being open to new ideas and keeping up to date in the clinical arena Contributes to continuous performance improvement by participating in quality initiatives and promoting a safe working environment risk management and safety goalsIdentifies cutting edge nursing quality indicators developmental needs performance improvement research initiatives and other activities that sustain and advance a culture of excellenceCollaborates with members of the medical team and clinical team regarding treatment protocols planning and interventions to produce positive client outcomes Ensures that interventions and nursing care plans are timely and accurately documented Serve as a coach and mentor to leaders and staff someone who drives clinical performance evidence based practices and compassionate patient centered care Work where every moment mattersEvery day over Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common Pride in what we do knowing every moment matters here We invite you to become part of Connecticutrsquos most comprehensive healthcare network Since our founding by the Daughters of Charity in St Vincentrsquos has been dedicated to helping patients in Bridgeport and throughout Fairfield County St Vincentrsquos Medical Center with more than associates is a bed community teaching hospital including a bed inpatient psychiatric facility in Westport a large multispecialty provider group and St Vincentrsquos Special Needs Services St Vincents Medical Center is committed to exceptional health care for all with special attention to persons living in poverty and those who are most vulnerable It is the first hospital in Fairfield County to be integrated into the Hartford HealthCare network and is the systemrsquos second largest hospitalPosition SummaryThe Director of Nursing Behavioral Health will be responsible for the oversight of the inpatient behavioral health units and service line in the Fairfield region which includes the Westport Campus as well as the inpatient and behavioral health unit in the emergency department at St Vincentrsquos Medical Center The Director will collaborate with physician leaders the management team and relevant clinical and administrative leaders to plan comprehensive programs and ensure that the highest level of quality patient centered care is deliveredKey AccountabilitiesEnsures quality patient care by setting standards and identifying opportunities for improvements for nursing practice and client care that are evidence based for the behavioral health specialtiesCollaborates with Behavioral Health Network and other Hartford Healthcare nursing colleagues to promote and standardize best practices in behavioral health nursingCreates a thriving trusting team culture Provides team with clear expectations positive and constructive feedback to maximize potential and improve performance Encourages professional development identifying opportunities for growth and ongoing education Participates in the preparation and monitoring of operating and capital budgets in collaboration with the department leaders forecasts demand for services and conducts trending analysis Creates presents and integrates service line business and operational plansmetrics which align with the achievement of key hospital strategic objectivesFacilitates continuous performance improvement by encouraging innovation supporting reasonable risk taking being open to new ideas and keeping up to date in the clinical arena Contributes to continuous performance improvement by participating in quality initiatives and promoting a safe working environment risk management and safety goalsIdentifies cutting edge nursing quality indicators developmental needs performance improvement research initiatives and other activities that sustain and advance a culture of excellenceCollaborates with members of the medical team and clinical team regarding treatment protocols planning and interventions to produce positive client outcomes Ensures that interventions and nursing care plans are timely and accurately documented Serve as a coach and mentor to leaders and staff someone who drives clinical performance evidence based practices and compassionate patient centered care Bachelorrsquos and Masters degrees are required At least one degree must be in Nursing Current license in good standing to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of ConnecticutFour plus years of progressive leadership experience is requiredExperience within a complex behavioral health nursing setting The ability to work with diverse groups of providers clinicians nursing staff and all disciplines and appreciate their contributions to the strategic direction of the healthcare systemIntellectually facile will have the ability to be conceptually creative grasp large amounts of information quickly and articulate conclusions in a clear mannerVisible leader with excellent interpersonal communication skills who relates well with all levels of the organizationA creative forward thinking leader with the proven ability to engage coach and mentor direct reports colleagues and other key stakeholdersA demonstrated track record designing strategies and delivering solutions in areas including but not limited to patient experience patient safety employee engagement and workflow redesignHighly effective analytical organizational and problem solving skills Strong communications skills required both written and verbal We take great care of careersWith locations around the state Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth Here you are part of an organization on the cutting edge ndash helping to bring new technologies breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men women and children We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure worklife balance Every moment matters And this is your moment Bachelorrsquos and Masters degrees are required At least one degree must be in Nursing Current license in good standing to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of ConnecticutFour plus years of progressive leadership experience is requiredExperience within a complex behavioral health nursing setting The ability to work with diverse groups of providers clinicians nursing staff and all disciplines and appreciate their contributions to the strategic direction of the healthcare systemIntellectually facile will have the ability to be conceptually creative grasp large amounts of information quickly and articulate conclusions in a clear mannerVisible leader with excellent interpersonal communication skills who relates well with all levels of the organizationA creative forward thinking leader with the proven ability to engage coach and mentor direct reports colleagues and other key stakeholdersA demonstrated track record designing strategies and delivering solutions in areas including but not limited to patient experience patient safety employee engagement and workflow redesignHighly effective analytical organizational and problem solving skills Strong communications skills required both written and verbal We take great care of careersWith locations around the state Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth Here you are part of an organization on the cutting edge ndash helping to bring new technologies breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men women and children We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure worklife balance Every moment matters And this is your moment