Nursing Manager Jobs

A Nursing Manager is a critical healthcare professional who oversees the operations of a specific department or unit within a healthcare facility, such as a hospital or nursing home. They handle staffing, budgeting, patient care standards, performance evaluations, and policy development and implementation. A Nursing Manager ensures the quality of patient care, promotes staff development, and adheres to regulatory and compliance rules. They must be proficient in communication, leadership, decision-making, problem-solving, and critical thinking. They should also demonstrate expertise in clinical skills relevant to their unit.

To become a Nursing Manager, one typically needs a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), along with relevant certifications like the Certified Nurse Manager and Leader (CNML) or the Nurse Executive-Board Certified (NE-BC) credential. Prior to becoming a Nursing Manager, an individual might serve in roles such as a Registered Nurse, Charge Nurse, or Clinical Nurse Specialist. These roles provide the necessary clinical experience and leadership skills required for the complex responsibilities a Nursing Manager undertakes.

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Allay Hospice

RN Case Manager / Hospice

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus!* Are you a Registered Nurse looking for a new opportunity? Allay Hospice is seeking a passionate, dedicated Hospice RN to join our team in Brookfield, WI. Our hospice RNs...

Nurse Manager / Practitioner

  • Lakewood, CO
  • 4 days ago
  • Lakewood, CO
  • 4 days ago

HiPeak Health, a women’s medical facility, seeks a full-time nurse practitioner to serve as the Nurse Manager of our new facility in Lakewood, Colorado. The Nurse Manager will help us provide...

Take a look at Bluefish Medical at Bluefishmedical.com! We're on the hunt for LPNs and CMAs who are go-getters, problem solvers, and truly care about their patients! This gig is fully remote in...

Remote Work
Medasource

Nurse Educator - Home Health (Hybrid)

  • Chapel Hill, NC
  • 13 days ago
  • Chapel Hill, NC
  • 13 days ago

Are you a compassionate and skilled Nurse Educator looking to make a difference in the lives of patients in the comfort of their own homes? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! Job...

Charge Nurse (RN) -Medsurg Vascular

  • Iron City, TN
  • 15 days ago
  • Iron City, TN
  • 15 days ago

Charge Registered Nurse (RN), Medical Surgical -Nights Job Type: Nights 7p-7a Where We Are: Florence, Alabama is situated in Northwestern Alabama, where the Tennessee River Flows through the...

Charge Nurse (RN) Emergency Room

  • New Haven, KY
  • 30+ days ago
  • New Haven, KY
  • 30+ days ago

Charge Nurse (RN) Emergency Room Job Type: Full-time Who We Are: People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Spring View...

RN Case Manager - PRN

  • Dugspur, VA
  • 17 days ago
  • Dugspur, VA
  • 17 days ago

Description: Twin County Regional Hospital Who We Are: People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Twin County Regional...

LPN/LVN

  • Pleasant Gap, PA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Pleasant Gap, PA
  • 90+ days ago

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Nittany Valley Hiring for full-time and PRN. Day shift and night shift available. Hourly rate range $25.00 - $30.00 / hour Excellent PRN rates...

Nurse Manager - RN

  • Albers, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Albers, IL
  • 3 days ago

Bethesda Brings out the Best in Talented, Caring People! At Bethesda, more than 1,200 employees dedicate their careers to improving the lives of others. As a team member at Bethesda, you'll enjoy...

Clinical Supervisor (RN) $10,000 Sign-On Bonus!

  • Columbia, SC
  • 16 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 16 days ago

Join Our Team as an RN Clinical Supervisor Make a lasting impact with every patient interaction. Schedule: Full-Time, Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm + a dmin on-call rotation We are looking for...

Clinical Manager

  • Spartanburg, SC
  • 18 days ago
  • Spartanburg, SC
  • 18 days ago

Join Our Team as an RN Clinical Supervisor We are looking for impeccable leaders to join our team who are committed to creating meaningful patient experiences. As a clinical supervisor, you'll...

Nursing Manager Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Pediatric HIV Nursing
Learn pediatric HIV nursing care and treatment according to up-to-date World Health Organization clinical guidelines. Taught by leading experts in pediatric HIV clinical care and treatment,...
Introduction to Nursing: Bioscience, Psychology, and Sociology
Most people will have interacted with a qualified nurse during their lifetime, but the profession remains largely misunderstood. On this course, youll develop an accurate understanding of nursing...
Nursing in Crisis? Exploring Current Challenges
Nurses play an important role in providing healthcare around the world and, in some countries, form more than 50% of the healthcare workforce. Yet, there is a global shortage with international...

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Salary for Nursing Manager Jobs Nationwide

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Nursing Managers offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
34.3%
Associate's Degree
22.0%
Master's Degree
19.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.9%
High School or GED
8.0%
Doctorate Degree
2.8%
Some College
0.8%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Nursing Managers
2-4 years
34.6%
4-6 years
34.6%
1-2 years
23.1%
6-8 years
3.8%
Less than 1 year
3.8%


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