Clinical Unit Leader – Behavioral Health – Southside Regional Medical Center
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Job Description
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible
This position qualifies for federal student loan forgiveness. After 10 years of qualifying payments while working full-time for a nonprofit employer, the remaining balance on your Direct Loans may be forgiven.
About the Role
Join Bon Secours Mercy Health as a Clinical Unit Leader – Behavioral Health – Southside RMC in United States.
Key Responsibilities
- must obtain from approved source prior to entering patient care setting) Certifications required based on the unit(s) that the leader oversees and the requirements for those specific units: PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support (preferred) ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support (preferred) NRP Neonatal Resuscitation Program (preferred) TNCC Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum (preferred) ENPC Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course (preferred) National Board Certification Specialty (preferred) Nurse Executive Certification or designated specialty certification (preferred) Education Bachelor of Science Nursing (preferred) Work Experience 2 years nursing experience with 1 year minimum clinical experience in the acuity level of desired area (preferred) Training None Language None Skills Build collaborative relationships Collaborate with physicians and other medical staff Conflict resolution Effective oral communication Establish an environment that values diversity Facilitate consensus building Facilitate group discussions Inspire desired behaviors and manage undesired behaviors Interpersonal communication Relationship building Written communication Application of high reliability concepts Care Delivery Models and Patient Care Delivery across the continuum Clinical outcomes Education and developmental practices Evidence-based practices Hospital policies and procedures Nursing and clinical best practices and research Nursing professional practice Patient care services Performance improvement Quality clinical care Quality improvement Regulatory standards Risk management Working knowledge of patient safety programs, identifying risks, and responding to recommendations.
- Lead RN/Charge Nurse is responsible for coordinating patient care on a designated unit.
- coordinate members of the health care team to develop and sustain an environment that promotes excellence in cl.
- manage undesired behaviors Interpersonal communication Relationship building Written communication Applicat.
Requirements
- being – personally and professionally. Our
Benefits & Compensation
- 401(k) with employer match.
- PSLF eligible (Public Service Loan Forgiveness).
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.
This position offers student loan benefits. Work with Bon Secours Mercy Health in United States.
Key Skills
Position Insights
Mental Health Therapy — Physician Career Context
This Mental Health Therapy position at Bon Secours Mercy Health is open to physician candidates.
Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.
Compensation Analysis
This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.
Location & Logistics
This position is based in Petersburg, Virginia.
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Nursing leadership, Patient care coordination, Conflict resolution, Clinical practice excellence, Staff mentoring, Quality monitoring, Performance improvement, Interprofessional collaboration. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Mental Health Therapy role.
Core responsibilities: The Clinical Unit Leader coordinates patient care and staff assignments to ensure clinical excellence and optimal patient experience. They also mentor nursing staff, manage unit operations, and facilitate interprofessional collaboration to resolve clinical and operational issues.
Benefits package: Competitive pay, Incentives, Referral bonuses, 403(b) with employer contributions, Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, Life insurances, Mental health resources. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.
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