Nursing Manager Jobs in Des Moines, IA

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 / Clinical Coordinator - Long Term Care (LTC)

  • Clive, IA (8 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Clive, IA (8 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 2 days ago

Overview Presbyterian Homes & Services - Walnut Ridge is seeking a Nurse Manager / Clinical Coordinator to join our Long-Term Care team. REPORTING STRUCTURE : The Clinical Coordinator reports to...

HIV Nurse Care Manager - The Project

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 2 days ago

Are you looking for an opportunity to do amazing work helping others? You've come to the right place. Let's make a difference! Primary Health Care (PHC) was founded in 1981 by Dr. Bery Engebretsen...

Nurse Manager - RN

  • Pleasantville, IA (24 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Pleasantville, IA (24 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 4 days ago

Are you looking for a warm and cozy environment to call your next work home?! Do you want stability and longevity in your career? Are you dedicated to resident care and looking for competitive...

RN Nurse Administrator and Supervisor

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 6 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 6 days ago

Gpac is working with a Home Health Care agency near Madison, Wisconsin that is seeking an RN Nurse Administrator and Supervisor to lead and manage their caregiving operations near Madison. This is...

RN Home Health Case Manager

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 6 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 6 days ago

Freedom Home Health Care has an immediate need for an experienced Home Health Nurse. This position will lead a team of nurses to manage a group of 35-40 clients. The Case Manager is responsible...

Pain Management RN

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 8 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 8 days ago

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : Administers nursing care to patients; includes preparation and evaluation of pain patients prior to procedures in an...

Nurse Case Manager, RN

  • Urbandale, IA (1 mile from Des Moines, IA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Urbandale, IA (1 mile from Des Moines, IA)
  • 9 days ago

Join WesleyLife and Help Revolutionize the Aging Experience! Discover how WesleyLife is redefining what it means to age well: The WesleyLife Way Why Work at WesleyLife? We now have AI...

Nurse Manager RN

  • Pleasant Hill, IA (3 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Pleasant Hill, IA (3 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 10 days ago

Nurse Manager RN Immanuel - 3.8 Pleasant Hill, IA Job Details Full-time Estimated: $73.3K - $84.8K a year 1 day ago Benefits Wellness program Health savings account Paid holidays Health insurance...

Nurse Manager 7 North Cardiac Telemetry

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 10 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 10 days ago

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: Job Title: Nurse Manager of 7 North Cardiac Telemetry Employment Type: Full-Time (40 hours per week) Join Our Team and Lead with Purpose!...

Utilization Management Nurse

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 10 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 10 days ago

Job Title: Utilization Management Nurse Job Description Must reside in Iowa or South Dakota The Utilization Management Nurse is responsible for providing timely prior approval for services,...

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RN Case Manager - Wavier

  • Urbandale, IA (1 mile from Des Moines, IA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Urbandale, IA (1 mile from Des Moines, IA)
  • 11 days ago

For this position we are seeking a (RN) Registered Nurse who lives in OHIO and must be licensed for the state of OHIO. This position will support our MMP (Medicaid Medicare Population) with...

Hospice RN Case Manager-$10k sign on bonus

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 12 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 12 days ago

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Description: Day 1 benefits! $10k sign on bonus Provide one-to-one, compassionate care and love your job Trinity Health / MercyOne provides compassionate,...

Utilization Management Nurse (Saturday & Sunday Required Weekly)

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 17 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 17 days ago

Company Description Why Wellmark : We are a mutual insurance company owned by our policy holders across Iowa and South Dakota, and weve built our reputation on over 80 years worth of trust. We are...

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RN Case Manager, Home Health - Indianola, Iowa

  • Indianola, IA (20 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Indianola, IA (20 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 18 days ago

Careers With Purpose Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian...

Registered Nurse Case Manager - Hospice

  • Johnston, IA (9 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Johnston, IA (9 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 19 days ago

Our Company Hospice of the Midwest Overview Office Location: Johnston, IA Coverage area: Des Moines, IA and surrounding communities Schedule:Monday- Friday 8am-5pm Are you a Registered Nurse...

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Salary for Nursing Manager Jobs in Des Moines, IA

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Highest Education Level

Nursing Managers in Des Moines, IA 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 Des Moines, IA
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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