Nursing Manager Jobs in Illinois

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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Nurse Manager - RN

  • Brighton, IL
  • 18 days ago
  • Brighton, IL
  • 18 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...

Nurse Supervisor

  • Belvidere, IL
  • 60+ days ago
  • Belvidere, IL
  • 60+ days ago

Serving as the crucial liaison between administration, nursing management, and staff. Supervising nursing care, treatment, and services provided during assigned shifts or on a specific unit....

LPN/LVN Career Opportunity Full-time Night position available PRN Night Position available ($31.00 + shift differential) Embark on Your Compassionate LPN/LVN Journey at Encompass Health Are you in...

Case Manager (RN) (Must Reside in IL)

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 hour ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 hour ago

**Job Summary** Molina Healthcare Services (HCS) works with members, providers and multidisciplinary team members to assess, facilitate, plan and coordinate an integrated delivery of care across...

RN Registered Nurse Care Manager Medical Observation Unit

  • Hinsdale, IL
  • 17 hours ago
  • Hinsdale, IL
  • 17 hours ago

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family: Benefits from Day One (FT/PT positions) Paid Time Off from Day One (FT/PT positions) Whole Person Wellbeing Resources Student Loan...

Oncology RN Case Manager - Remote

  • Downers Grove, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Downers Grove, IL
  • 1 day ago

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by...

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Nurse Coordinator Institue of Fetal Health

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Childrens Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and...

NURSING MANAGER - Behavioral Health, Full Time

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities Located in Chicago, Hartgrove Behavioral Health System consists of a 160-bed acute care, crisis stabilization, for-profit psychiatric hospital, treating children as young as 3...

Nurse Coordinator -Cath Lab Procedural

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago

Nurse Coordinator -Cath Lab Procedural Hiring Department : Diagnostic Services Location : Chicago, IL USA Requisition ID : 1029293 Posting Close Date : March 3, 2025 Salary: The salary range...

POSITION OVERVIEW TotalMed has immediate nationwide openings for a Register Nurse Case Managers with at least 2 years of Inpatient Hospital experience within the last 2 years. Job Description:...

Nurse Manager - Behavioral Health

  • Aurora, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Aurora, IL
  • 1 day ago

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), required for all hires after 1/11/2021. 5. Current ACLS Provider Certification preferred. 6. Five (5) years Psychiatric Nursing experience....

Charge Nurse Operating Room - Golf Surgical Center

  • Des Plaines, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Des Plaines, IL
  • 2 days ago

Overview At SCA Health, we believe health care is about people – the patients we serve, the physicians we support and the teammates who push us forward. Behind every successful facility, procedure...

RN Supervisor Case Management Centralia

  • Centralia, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Centralia, IL
  • 2 days ago

It's more than a career, it's a calling IL-SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Centralia Worker Type: Regular Job Highlights: Department: System Care Coordination Schedule: Full time Days...

Registered Nurse (RN) Unit Manager

  • Oswego, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Oswego, IL
  • 3 days ago

Roberta Health and Rehab in Roberta, GA is looking to hire a full-time Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team. Are you looking for a career with a health care company that will value you? Do you...

Physical Therapist (PT) - Home Health Case Manager North City

  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago

Department: 39122 Central Metro E - Home Care Physical Therapy Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Monday through Friday; Weekend...

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Salary for Nursing Manager Jobs in Illinois

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireNursing research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Nursing Managers in Illinois 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 Illinois
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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