Nurse Manager - Behavioral Health

Company: Texas Nursing Services
Location: Sterling
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Company Description Nurse Manager – Behavioral Health – Dulles, VA Employment Type: Full-Time Schedule: Days | No Weekends Compensation: Annual Salary Range: $100,000 – $145,000 (based on experience) Relocation Assistance: Available (HR-approved) Job Description Overview An acute care hospital in Dulles, Virginia is seeking an experienced Nurse Manager – Behavioral Health to lead day-to-day nursing operations within an inpatient behavioral health unit. This leadership role is responsible for staff oversight, patient safety, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance in a fast-paced acute care behavioral health environment. Responsibilities Manage daily operations of the Behavioral Health Nursing Department Lead and support Charge Nurses and House Supervisors to ensure safe, effective care delivery Maintain appropriate staffing, scheduling, and productivity aligned with patient acuity Promote a culture of patient safety, therapeutic care, and staff accountability Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, accreditation requirements, and hospital policies Support staff development, coaching, and performance management Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and unit performance Participate in quality improvement initiatives and operational planning Qualifications Required: BSN required Active RN license (Virginia or compact state) Minimum 2 years of leadership experience as a Nursing Manager, Supervisor, or Clinical Team Lead Behavioral Health experience in an acute care setting BLS certification (required within 30 days of hire) Nonviolent Crisis Intervention certification (required within 30 days of hire) Preferred: Prior experience managing inpatient behavioral health units Strong background in staff leadership, safety initiatives, and regulatory compliance Additional Information Compensation & Benefits Competitive annual salary with experience-based progression Relocation assistance (as applicable) Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage 401(k) retirement plan with employer match Paid time off and paid family leave Tuition assistance and professional development support Employee wellness, counseling, and financial planning resources Benefit eligibility may vary by employment status and location. Ideal For Behavioral Health Nurse Leaders seeking a weekday, no-weekend schedule Managers with acute care psychiatric unit experience Candidates looking for stability, leadership impact, and growth in behavioral health services Keywords Nurse Manager Behavioral Health, Behavioral Health RN Manager, Psychiatric Nursing Leadership, Acute Care Behavioral Health, Virginia RN Manager Jobs NurseManagerJobs BehavioralHealthNursing PsychiatricNurseLeader VirginiaHealthcareJobs HospitalNursingLeadership

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