Clinical Manager | Outpatient Behavioral Health
Gundersen Health SystemAbout the role
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Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40Clinical Manager – Outpatient Behavioral Health
📍 Location: La Crosse, WI (with regular travel to Onalaska)
🕒 Schedule: Business/Clinic Hours
💼 FTE: 1.0 | Full-time, salaried position
💡 About the Role
Join Emplify Health by Gundersen as an RN, Clinical Manager and lead our Outpatient Behavioral Health team. This leadership role oversees nursing operations and supports clinicians across programs including Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT), Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP), and a new ketamine initiative. You’ll work closely with MDs, NPs, and a strong, cohesive RN team to ensure operational excellence and patient access.
✅ What You'll Do
Provide strategic and operational leadership for outpatient behavioral health services
Lead and support a team of 25+ RNs and MAs
Collaborate with Clinical Operations Director, Department Chair, and Behavioral Health leadership to optimize workflows for mental health and addiction programs
Drive initiatives to improve scheduling and efficiency
Foster a positive, collaborative culture within the department
🎁 What You'll Get
Strong Peer Support: Work alongside a supportive (and fun!) leadership team that values collaboration and growth
Experienced Team: A knowledgeable nursing team with impressive longevity
Develop Others: Opportunity to shape nursing roles and skills
Creativity & Innovation: Exposure to innovative programs like ketamine therapy
Positive Work Environment: A culture of laughter, teamwork, and professional development
Meaningful Work: Be part of an organization that prioritizes behavioral health and patient access
📚 What You'll Need
Required:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN)
Experience: Minimum 3 years of clinical RN or equivalent healthcare experience demonstrating leadership skills
Licensure: Registered Nurse (RN) licensed in the state of practice
Preferred:
Master’s degree in Nursing
1 year of management experience
Behavioral Health experience (not required but a plus)
🌟 Ideal Candidate Profile
Emotional intelligence and consistency
Collaborative leadership style
Ability to see the big picture and adapt creatively
Strong interpersonal skills
Ready to lead with purpose? Apply today to make a meaningful impact in behavioral health care for our community!
If you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact HR-Recruitment@gundersenhealth.org or call 608-775-0267.
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