Nursing Manager Jobs in Louisiana

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 Supervisor

  • Colfax, LA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Colfax, LA
  • 90+ 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....

Case Manager RN PRN

  • Alexandria, LA
  • 19 days ago
  • Alexandria, LA
  • 19 days ago

Description Introduction Are you looking for a place to deliver excellent care patients deserve? At Rapides Regional Medical Center we support our colleagues in their positions. Join our Team as a...

RN Case Manager-Hospice- $5000 Sign On

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 7 hours ago

We are hiring for a Registered Nurse Case Manager. $5000 Sign on bonus being offered! At Heart of Hospice, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections...

Public Health Clinical Nurse Manager

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 13 hours ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 13 hours ago

Insight Global is seeking a Public Health Clinical Nurse Manager to join a client in New Orleans, LA. This individual will be responsible for managing the day-to-day clinical operations of the...

Registered Nurse - Nurse Manager - Specialty Care

  • Shreveport, LA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 19 hours ago

An ADN or Diploma in Nursing AND 1 year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse I, Level 1 ; OR a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) with no additional professional nursing experience...

Manager - Nursing MedSurg/Telemetry

  • Kenner, LA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Kenner, LA
  • 19 hours ago

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned,...

Manager Nursing - Diabetes & Nutrition LSU Mid City Clinic

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 1 day ago

Oversees the daily operations of a single primary care site focusing on physician and staff relationships, customer service, and financial management. Effectively coordinates the clinic operations...

Charge Nurse LVN/RN

  • Bossier City, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • Bossier City, LA
  • 2 days ago

Job Details Job Location : Pilgrim Manor Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation - BOSSIER CITY, LA Salary Range : Undisclosed Job Shift : Any Description We are Pilgrim Manor Nursing and Rehab, the...

Weekend RN Supervisor

  • Bogalusa, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • Bogalusa, LA
  • 2 days ago

Job Details Job Location : Resthaven Living Center - BOGALUSA, LA Salary Range : Undisclosed Job Shift : Day WEEKEND RN SUPERVISOR Job Description The purpose of your job position is to supervise...

Nurse Supervisor. Job in New Roads Gr8Jobs

  • New Roads, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • New Roads, LA
  • 2 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....

RN Case Manager-Hospice- $5000 Sign On. Job in Lake Charles Gr8Jobs

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 2 days ago

We are hiring for a Registered Nurse Case Manager. $5000 Sign on bonus being offered! At Heart of Hospice, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections...

Utilization Management RN

  • Monroe, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • Monroe, LA
  • 3 days ago

Under broad direction from the Centralized Utilization Management Manager, is responsible for the hospital-wide Utilization Management Programs in a general acute care hospital which serves...

Registered Nurse- Nurse Manager

  • Shreveport, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 3 days ago

An ADN or Diploma in Nursing AND 1 year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse I, Level 1 ;OR a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) with no additional professional nursing experience...

Clinical Supervisor (RN)

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 3 days ago

Sage Rehabilitation Hospital with locations in Baton Rouge and Gonzales is thrilled to announce that we are hiring a Clinical Supervisor RN for our facility Join our passionate team of healthcare...

Manager - Nursing MedSurg/Telemetry

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 3 days ago

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned,...

Demographic Data for Louisiana

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Salary for Nursing Manager Jobs in Louisiana

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


Highest Education Level

Nursing Managers in Louisiana 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 Louisiana
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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