Nursing Manager Jobs in Lake Forest, IL

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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RN Night - Charge Nurse

  • Grayslake, IL (11 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Grayslake, IL (11 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 3 days ago

The Village at Victory Lakes / Lindenhurst, IL RN Night Charge Nurse **Weekend Differential $3.00 an hour** Full Time Tuesday - Saturday or Monday - Friday Hours: 10:30 PM - 7:00 AM Sign On Bonus...

Home Health RN Case Manager- Crystal Lake and surrounding areas

  • Crystal Lake, IL (22 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Crystal Lake, IL (22 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 1 hour ago

Department: 34100 North Metro C - Nursing Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Crystal Lake as main area and surrounding towns...

RN Supervisor PM Shift

  • Streamwood, IL (21 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Streamwood, IL (21 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities RN Supervisor - FULL TIME PM Shift Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: R esponsible for complete facility operations during the assigned shift. including supervising...

Case Manager, LTSS (RN)

  • Rosemont, IL (16 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Rosemont, IL (16 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 4 days ago

JOB DESCRIPTION For this position we are seeking a (RN) Registered Nurse who lives in Illinois and must be licensed for the state of Illinois Case Manager will work in remote and field setting...

Remote Work

Home Health RN Case Manager- Des Plaines, Park Ridge, Niles, Morton Grove

  • Park Ridge, IL (15 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Park Ridge, IL (15 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Major Responsibilities: Nurse/Patient Relationship: Develops and maintains a therapeutic relationship throughout the healthcare continuum. Demonstrates adaptive communication styles based on...

Home Health RN Case Manager- Grayslake, Mundelein and Surrounding Areas

  • Lake Zurich, IL (9 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lake Zurich, IL (9 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Major Responsibilities: Nurse/Patient Relationship: Develops and maintains a therapeutic relationship throughout the healthcare continuum. Demonstrates adaptive communication styles based on...

Home Health RN Case Manager- Grayslake, Mundelein and Surrounding Areas

  • Grayslake, IL (11 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Grayslake, IL (11 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Department: 34100 North Metro B2 - Nursing Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: HOME HEALTH RN CASE MANAGER Areas: Grayslake and...

Home Health RN Case Manager- Round Lake/Gurnee

  • Round Lake, IL (14 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Round Lake, IL (14 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Department: 34100 North Metro B - Nursing Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: RN case manager needed for busy Round Lake/Gurnee...

Home Health RN Case Manager-Antioch/Lake Villa Area

  • Lake Villa, IL (14 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lake Villa, IL (14 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Department: 34100 North Metro B - Nursing Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: RN case manager needed to perform skilled home...

Home Health RN Case Manager- Des Plaines, Park Ridge, Niles, Morton Grove

  • Des Plaines, IL (12 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Des Plaines, IL (12 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Department: 34100 North Metro D - Nursing Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Des Plaines, Park Ridge, Niles, Morton Grove Major...

Home Health RN Case Manager- Algonquin and Surrounding Towns

  • Algonquin, IL (23 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Algonquin, IL (23 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Department: 34100 North Metro C - Nursing Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: For Algonquin and surrounding areas. Weekend...

Nurse Manager- Perioperative Services

  • Evanston, IL (15 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Evanston, IL (15 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), required for all hires after 1/11/2021. CNOR; preferred....

Assistant Nurse Manager, 3NW General Medicine

  • Maywood, IL (24 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Maywood, IL (24 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Rotating Shift Description: Are you an experienced nurse leader ready to make a difference? Join our dynamic team as an Assistant Nurse Manager on the General...

Resident Care Coordinator - Mt. Prospect

  • Mount Prospect, IL (12 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Mount Prospect, IL (12 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Position Summary Resident Care Coordinators are responsible for supporting the Wellness Director with administrative duties to ensure resident needs are met. Resident Care Coordinators establish...

Hospice RN Case Manager

  • Gurnee, IL (10 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Gurnee, IL (10 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Summary We are hiring for an RN Case Manager in Hospice Pay: $41.00- $44.00 an hour At Star Hospice, in Gurnee, IL, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy themeaningful...

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Salary for Nursing Manager Jobs in Lake Forest, IL

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Highest Education Level

Nursing Managers in Lake Forest, IL 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 in Lake Forest, IL
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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