Manager of Nursing Services

About this role

Ranked one of Tennessee’s top places to work, MHC is a rare and special place where outstanding company culture is intentional. Where clients and associates are treated the same, as equals.

Mental Health Cooperative, Inc. (MHC) was formed in 1993 to serve individuals with severe and persistent mental illness.  Since then, we have expanded our services to children and adolescents with severe emotional disorders across Middle and East Tennessee.

Our sole purpose is to support and treat those challenged with serious mental illness and poverty. Although based out of Nashville, we serve several communities across middle and East Tennessee with satellite offices in Antioch, Gallatin, Dickson, Columbia, Cleveland, Murfreesboro, Clarksville, Cookeville, Chattanooga, and Memphis. 

If you are interested in joining a team that is caring, collaborative, innovative and energizing this might be a great place for you!

Job Title:  Manager of Nursing     FLSA Status : Exempt        D epartment:  Clinic     Reports to:    VP Metro Operations,   Grant s   and Contracts  

JOB SUMMARY

The Manager of Nursing   is responsible for   overseeing nursing services   for   Behavioral Health   Clinic ,   MAT – Medication-Assisted Treatment   (MAT) Clinic   and Integrated Health Care (IHC) .   This role provides operational and clinical oversight of nursing staff performance while ensuring high-quality, compliant, and consistent nursing practices across the organization. The Manager of Nursing supports nursing staff through supervision, coaching, policy implementation, and quality assurance activities, and works collaboratively with clinical and operational leaders to support safe, effective, and consumer-centered care  

RESPONSIBILITIES   

Nursing Operations & Clinical Oversight  

• Oversee daily nursing operations across all   Clinics   and programs to ensure safe, effective, and   timely   nursing care.  

• Ensure nursing practice aligns with evidence-based standards, organizational policies, and state and federal regulations.  

• Monitor consumer care activities, acuity levels, and treatment plans to ensure   appropriate nursing   interventions.  

• Provide   clinical guidance and support to nursing staff in addressing complex care needs and clinical decision-making.  

• Promote consumer safety practices, including infection prevention, medication management, and risk-reduction strategies.  

Leadership & Staff Management  

• Supervise and support nursing staff, including RNs, LPNs, MAs, and other clinical support personnel.  

• Ensure   appropriate delegation   of duties based on scope of practice and licensure requirements.  

• Conduct performance evaluations, provide coaching and feedback, and address performance concerns in collaboration with Human Resources.  

• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, training, staffing assignments, and scheduling for nursing staff.  

• Foster a collaborative and accountable work environment that supports teamwork and professional growth.  

Quality, Compliance & Risk Management  

• Develop,   maintain , and implement nursing policies and procedures consistent with standards of nursing practice, organizational philosophy, and regulatory requirements.  

• Monitor incident reports, complaints, and unusual occurrences; ensure   timely   review and   appropriate resolution .  

• Coordinate and   participate   in quality assurance activities, including clinical reviews, audits, and corrective action planning.  

• Ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements (e.g., state nursing regulations, CMS, Joint Commission).  

• Monitor   documentation   quality, medication administration practices, and adherence to clinical standards.  

Data, Reporting & Performance Metrics  

• Monitor key clinical indicators, nursing productivity, and operational metrics.  

• Use data to   identify   trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.  

• Report nursing performance, quality indicators, and compliance updates to leadership on a regular basis.  

• Participate in strategic planning and initiatives related to nursing services and clinical operations.  

Operational & Administrative Management  

• Develop and manage nursing staffing plans, workflows, and resource allocation to meet clinical needs.  

• Ensure   appropriate nursing   coverage across all locations and respond to urgent staffing issues.  

• Collaborate with clinical and operational leaders to ensure consistency in nursing operations across sites.  

• Support budgeting, inventory management, and procurement of nursing supplies and equipment.    

Education & Professional Development  

• Identify   training needs and coordinate onboarding and ongoing education for nursing staff.  

• Promote evidence-based practice,   skills   competency, and maintenance of licensure and certifications.  

• Provide coaching and mentorship to support leadership development within the nursing team.  

Consumer & Family Relations  

• Address consumer or family concerns related to nursing services in   a timely   and professional manner.  

• Promote compassionate, culturally responsive, and consumer-centered care.  

• Support consumer education and engagement in care planning.  

Other Responsibilities:    

• Responsible for attending all mandatory in-services, continuing   education   and annual health requirements.  

• Comply with   all Corporate Compliance policies,   practices   and procedures.  

• Report all unethical activities to supervisor, Corporate Compliance Office, Values Hotline   number   or Human Resource Director.  

• Comply with   all OSHA and safety policies, practices, and procedures .    Report all unsafe practices or accidents to supervisor, Safety Supervisor and/or OSHA Coordinator.  

• Will be compliant with the relevant regulations concerning the privacy and security of consumer’s protected health information (PHI) as   established   by the Health Insuran

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