Nurse Manager

About the Department

An experienced nurse under limited supervision responsible for the management of a 25 patient behavioral health unit, providing twenty-four-hour coverage seven days a week. The nurse manager provides for each patient's quality care and therapeutic environment while meeting the standards set forth by different regulatory agencies. The facility deals primarily with the treatment of patients who suffer from psychiatric disorders and mental health conditions, so they are schooled in basic nursing care with further training in dealing and controlling patients in varying levels of mental derangement, whether acute or chronic schizophrenia, psychosis, or degenerative cognitive breakdown such as dementia. Supervises thirty plus employees, coordinating adequate staffing levels to ensure optimal care, welfare, security and safety of all patients and staff. The nurse manager monitors and ensures policies are being followed and procedures are conducted according to the specified protocol utilizing the nursing process. The nurse manager efficiently facilitates all operational elements of the day to day running of the behavioral unit or the overall function/staffing of all units if managing the NCC office, which includes but not limited to communication between staff and the treatment team and promotes effective ongoing communication between all staff members for the purpose of delivering the best possible patient care. The nurse manager is responsible for shared administrative duties and evaluations of staff. Performs related duties as required. Mandatory overtime may be required. Applicants selected for employment must successfully complete a chemical urinalysis and breath analysis drug screening. Applicants selected must successfully complete a background check. All employees shall be subject to drug and alcohol testing for probable cause as set forth by agency and bureau policies. This is a tobacco free facility.

0512P01539

Minimum Qualifications

Substitution Information: Graduate coursework toward a degree in Nursing or a related field may substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis or as determined by the Office of Shared Administration Equivalency Chart. 

Other Qualifications

William R. Sharpe, Jr. Hospital, located in Weston, West Virginia, is a 200-bed acute psychiatric care facility owned and operated by the West Virginia Department of Health Facilities. William R. Sharpe, Jr. Hospital holds accreditation from The Joint Commission and certification by the Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services (CMS). The hospital offers a wide range of services to patients either committed to the hospital through civil commitment or, in the case of forensic patients, ordered through the judicial system. Through ongoing collaboration with West Virginia University’s Department of Behavioral Medicine & Psychiatry, a variety of medical and clinical professionals partner with the hospital’s own staff to work diligently with patients to achieve a smooth transition back to the community after discharge.

Benefits

Discover the amazing benefits awaiting you if employed by the State of West Virginia. With approximately 10 hours of annual leave and 12 hours of sick leave accruing monthly, your time off is secure and grows with your tenure. Ensure your health with comprehensive coverage including health, dental, and vision plans. Plan for the future with confidence through our retirement and life insurance options. Take advantage of programs like Public Service Loan Forgiveness and tuition assistance. West Virginia offers more than just a job—it's a commitment to your well-being and future. 

Part-time permanent employees who work an average of 30 or more hours per week over the course of a year, are eligible to receive benefits. Temporary employees who work 30 hours or more are eligible for insurance benefits only. 

Agency Information

EmployerOffice of Shared Administration (WV)Address 500 Summers St

Charleston, West Virginia, 25301 Website https://dhhr.wv.gov/Pages/default.aspx