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

  • Albers, IL
  • 14 days ago
  • Albers, IL
  • 14 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...

RN - Charge Nurse ICU (WO) SLU Hospital

  • Granite City, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Granite City, IL
  • 1 day ago

It's more than a career, it's a calling MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital Worker Type: Regular Job Highlights: **You may be eligible for a $15K Sign On Bonus!** Department: Intensive...

RN-Charge Nurse (WO) Heme/Onc BMT - Nights

  • Granite City, IL
  • 9 days ago
  • Granite City, IL
  • 9 days ago

It's more than a career, it's a calling. MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital 1201 Grand Worker Type: Regular Job Summary: Provides leadership and coordination of unit staffing while...

RN - Charge Nurse, Med Surg WO Nights SLU Hospital

  • Granite City, IL
  • 10 days ago
  • Granite City, IL
  • 10 days ago

It's more than a career, it's a calling MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital Worker Type: Regular Job Highlights: You may be eligible for up to a $40K Sign On Bonus Department :...

RN - Charge Nurse Charge Nurse, Med Surg Nights SLU Hospital

  • Fairview Heights, IL
  • 10 days ago
  • Fairview Heights, IL
  • 10 days ago

It's more than a career, it's a calling MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital 1201 Grand Worker Type: Regular Job Highlights: You may be eligible for up to a $40K Sign On Bonus. Department...

RN-Charge Nurse, Pediatric

  • Granite City, IL
  • 16 days ago
  • Granite City, IL
  • 16 days ago

It's more than a career, it's a calling. MO-SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital Worker Type: Regular Job Summary: Provides leadership and coordination of unit staffing while ensuring...

RN - Charge Nurse, ED Days St. Marys Hospital

  • Madison, IL
  • 16 days ago
  • Madison, IL
  • 16 days ago

It's more than a career, it's a calling MO-SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - St. Louis Worker Type: Regular Job Highlights: ** Y ou may be eligible for a $15K Sign On Bonus!** Department :...

RN - Charge Nurse Early Admin - Nights SLU Hospital

  • Madison, IL
  • 16 days ago
  • Madison, IL
  • 16 days ago

It's more than a career, it's a calling MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital 1201 Grand Worker Type: Regular Job Highlights: This position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $...

RN - Charge Nurse, (WO) Days Epilepsy Unit SLU Hospital

  • Dupo, IL
  • 16 days ago
  • Dupo, IL
  • 16 days ago

It's more than a career, it's a calling MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital Worker Type: Regular Job Highlights: **You may be eligible for up to a $40K Sign On Bonus!** Department:...

RN - Case Manager PRN St. Louis

  • Madison, IL
  • 16 days ago
  • Madison, IL
  • 16 days ago

It's more than a career, it's a calling MO-SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - St. Louis Worker Type: PRN Job Highlights: Department: System Case Management Schedule: PRN scheduled on an as needed...

RN Manager - Emergency Department - Evenings SLU Hospital

  • Madison, IL
  • 16 days ago
  • Madison, IL
  • 16 days ago

It's more than a career, it's a calling MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital 1201 Grand Worker Type: Regular Job Highlights: You may be eligible for up to a $40K Sign On Bonus paid out on...

RN-Charge Nurse, Cath Lab/Interventional

  • Madison, IL
  • 16 days ago
  • Madison, IL
  • 16 days ago

It's more than a career, it's a calling. MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital 1201 Grand Worker Type: Regular Job Summary: Provides leadership and coordination of unit staffing while...

RN - Charge Nurse ICU - Days St. Mary's Hospital

  • Granite City, IL
  • 16 days ago
  • Granite City, IL
  • 16 days ago

It's more than a career, it's a calling MO-SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - St. Louis Worker Type: Regular Job Highlights: Department: Intensive Care Unit - 3 Schedule: Full time, Days 7am to 7pm...

RN-Charge Nurse, Infusion

  • Granite City, IL
  • 16 days ago
  • Granite City, IL
  • 16 days ago

It's more than a career, it's a calling. MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University West Pavilion Worker Type: Regular Job Summary: Provides leadership and coordination of unit staffing while ensuring...

RN - Charge Nurse Stepdown/Critical Care - Nights St. Mary's Hospital

  • Fairview Heights, IL
  • 16 days ago
  • Fairview Heights, IL
  • 16 days ago

It's more than a career, it's a calling MO-SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - St. Louis Worker Type: Regular Job Highlights: Department: ICU/Stepdown Schedule: Full time, days Sign on Bonus: $15,000...

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Salary for Nursing Manager Jobs in Illinois

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Licensing / Certification

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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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