Program Director, Registered Nurse (RN) Behavioral Health

Program Director, Registered Nurse (RN) - Behavioral Health Unit

North Alabama Shoals Hospital is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Program Director joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Job Description

• Manages all aspects of behavioral health unit operations, including staffing, care delivery, and facility maintenance.
• Participates in strategic planning, budgeting, and marketing efforts to support program growth.
• Ensures compliance with hospital policies, regulatory standards, and accreditation requirements.
• Acts as a liaison between hospital leadership, divisional teams, and unit staff to maintain collaboration.
• Leads change initiatives, evaluates leadership performance, and promotes a positive work environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing required. Master's degree in nursing preferred.
• Qualified by education and experience in the care of behavioral health patients.
• Licensure in State of Practice if applicable.
• Licensed Master's level clinician required.
• Marriage and Family Therapy, Professional Counseling preferred.
• 3 years of leadership experience preferred.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave, and paid time off.
• Financial & career growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance, and 401(k) retirement package with company match.
• Employee well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs).
• Professional development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

Community Overview

North Alabama Shoals Hospital is a 198-bed general acute care facility boasting spacious, private rooms for all patients, a 24-hour emergency department, medical and oncology services; medical/surgical inpatient units; and short-stay surgery units. Shoals also operates the region's only inpatient acute rehabilitation facility, the J. W. Sommer Rehabilitation Unit, and the Shoals Senior Care Center, the Shoals' only psychiatric unit dedicated to our senior adults.