Job Details
Position Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) – Unit Manager to oversee the daily clinical operations of a nursing unit while ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care. The Unit Manager will provide leadership to nursing staff, coordinate patient care activities, ensure regulatory compliance, and foster a collaborative environment focused on clinical excellence and patient satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supervise and coordinate daily operations of the assigned nursing unit
- Provide leadership, mentoring, and clinical guidance to nursing and support staff
- Ensure high-quality, patient-centered care through effective care planning and staff oversight
- Monitor patient outcomes and address clinical issues promptly
- Assist with staffing, scheduling, and workload management
- Conduct staff orientation, training, performance evaluations, and competency assessments
- Ensure compliance with facility policies, regulatory standards, and nursing best practices
- Collaborate with physicians, therapists, case managers, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams
- Participate in patient admissions, care planning, and discharge coordination as needed
- Monitor quality improvement initiatives, infection prevention, and patient safety programs
- Maintain accurate documentation and support the use of Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems
- Serve as a resource for staff, patients, and families while promoting a positive work environment
Required Qualifications:
- Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice
- Graduate of an accredited Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program
- Current BLS certification required
- Minimum 2–3 years of recent nursing experience with prior charge nurse, supervisory, or leadership experience preferred
- Strong leadership, conflict resolution, and team management skills
- Knowledge of nursing regulations, quality improvement, patient safety, and clinical operations
- Excellent communication, organizational, and critical-thinking skills
- Experience with Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems preferred
Preferred Qualifications:
- BSN preferred; MSN preferred for leadership roles
- Previous experience as a Unit Manager, Charge Nurse, Nurse Supervisor, or Assistant Nurse Manager
- Experience in acute care, rehabilitation, skilled nursing, or long-term care settings
- Previous travel or contract leadership experience preferred
- Certification in Nursing Leadership (CNML) or related specialty preferred
- Strong ability to lead interdisciplinary teams in a fast-paced healthcare environment
Pay Rate
$59.52 - $64.40/hour
About us :
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