Nursing Manager Jobs in Tennessee

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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Charge Nurse (RN) Med/Surg

  • Starr Regional Medical Center
  • Athens, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Athens, TN
  • 30+ days ago

" Registered Nurse (RN) - Medical/Surgical $20,000 sign-on bonus available for qualified applicants Schedule: 3x12 hour shifts one week and 3x12 hour shifts the next week, Day (7a - 7p), rotating...

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NICU Nurse Manager

  • TriStar Centennial Medical Center
  • Franklin, TN
  • 4 days ago
  • Franklin, TN
  • 4 days ago

Introduction Leaders thrive with us! HCA Healthcare is one of the nations leading providers of healthcare services, comprising of over 180 hospitals and about 2,000 sites of care in 21 states and...

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Surgery Nurse Manager

  • TriStar Summit Medical Center
  • Hermitage, TN
  • 5 days ago
  • Hermitage, TN
  • 5 days ago

Introduction Leaders thrive with us! HCA Healthcare is one of the nations leading providers of healthcare services, comprising of over 180 hospitals and about 2,000 sites of care in 21 states and...

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Mental Health House Supervisor - RN

  • Pinewood Springs
  • Columbia, TN
  • 13 days ago
  • Columbia, TN
  • 13 days ago

As the nations largest private employer of Registered Nurses, were honored by the trust of over 100,000 nurses and committed to supporting safe, high-quality care for which they can practice....

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NICU Nurse Manager

  • TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center
  • Smyrna, TN
  • 28 days ago
  • Smyrna, TN
  • 28 days ago

Introduction Are you ready to lead in a new era as a NICU Nurse Manager where building a healthier tomorrow is more than a job? Our TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center team is committed to...

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Quality Nurse Coordinator

  • Parkridge Medical Center
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 30+ days ago

Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a Quality...

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Ambulatory Surgery Nurse Manager

  • Parkridge Medical Center
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 30+ days ago

Introduction We are seeking an Ambulatory Surgery Nurse Manager with Parkridge Medical Center to promote growth and unlock possibilities. At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to the care and...

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NVICU Nurse Manager

  • TriStar Skyline Medical Center
  • Nashville, TN
  • 45+ days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 45+ days ago

Introduction Last year alone, HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours impacting our communities. As a Neurovascular ICU Nurse Manager with TriStar Skyline Medical Center, you can be...

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Case Manager Nurse

  • TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center
  • Smyrna, TN
  • 45+ days ago
  • Smyrna, TN
  • 45+ days ago

Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a(an) Case Manager Nurse you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center which is...

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Charge Nurse (RN), Labor & Delivery

  • Starr Regional Medical Center
  • Athens, TN
  • 21 days ago
  • Athens, TN
  • 21 days ago

Starr Regional Medical Center Charge Registered Nurse (RN), Labor & Delivery Job Type: Full-Time | Nights 7:00 pm-7:00 am Your experience matters Starr Regional Medical Center is part of Lifepoint...

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Nurse Manager - Operating Room / Surgical

  • Incredible Health
  • Bartlett, TN
  • 12 days ago
  • Bartlett, TN
  • 12 days ago

Hospitals on Incredible Health are actively hiring and accepting applications in the Bartlett, TN area for the following position: Nurse Manager - Operating Room / Surgical. Nurses with experience...

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Nurse Manager - Cath Lab

  • Incredible Health
  • Memphis, TN
  • 60+ days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 60+ days ago

Hospitals on Incredible Health are actively hiring and accepting applications in the Memphis, TN area for the following position: Nurse Manager - Cath Lab. Nurses with experience in any of the...

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Nurse Manager - Case Management

  • Incredible Health
  • Memphis, TN
  • 60+ days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 60+ days ago

Hospitals on Incredible Health are actively hiring and accepting applications in the Memphis, TN area for the following position: Nurse Manager - Case Management. Nurses with experience in any of...

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Charge Nurse (RN) Rehabilitation

  • Ascension Saint Thomas Rehabilitation Hospital
  • Nashville, TN
  • 16 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 16 days ago

Charge Nurse (RN) - Full Time, Nights Schedule: 3x12-hour shifts (7 PM-7 AM) with rotating weekends Location: Ascension Saint Thomas Rehabilitation Hospital Ascension Saint Thomas Rehabilitation...

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Registered Nurse Supervisor, RN

  • Cumberland Village Center
  • La Follette, TN
  • 45+ days ago
  • La Follette, TN
  • 45+ days ago

FULL-TIME RN SUPERVISOR 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM & EVERY OTHER WEEKEND At Genesis Healthcare, we are dedicated to improving the lives we touch through the delivery of high-quality care and exceptional...

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Salary for Nursing Manager Jobs in Tennessee

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Highest Education Level

Nursing Managers in Tennessee offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
34.5%
Associate's Degree
22.0%
Master's Degree
19.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.7%
High School or GED
7.8%
Doctorate Degree
2.8%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Nursing Managers in Tennessee
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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