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Nurse Manager Job Description: Top Duties and Qualifications
Last updated: December 10, 2022
A Nurse Manager, or Nurse Supervisor, is in charge of overseeing a team of nurses as they provide healthcare services to patients and manage their records. Their duties include training, scheduling and mentoring nursing staff, managing a budget for their team and consulting on patient treatment plans.
A Nurse Manager has many duties and responsibilities based on their health care setting. The following are some of the major duties and responsibilities of a Nurse Manager:
Create goals and objectives for their department or facility and make sure they are met by the staff
Communicate with staff and department heads
Keep and organize records of the particular facility
Recruit and train nurses and other health professionals
Create work schedules for nurses
Ensure the facility they work in is compliant with current laws
Improve the quality and efficiency of the level of care delivered to patients
Solve any problems patients might have at the facility
Bay Vue Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is seeking a Unit Manager to join our team.
The Unit Manager is primarily responsible for overseeing day to day patient care, supervising, directing, and developing nurse staff, and reporting to the Director of Nursing to ensure quality patient care within the facility. Unit Managers are required to be dependable and personable liaisons between residents and their families. Unit Managers are tasked with ensuring their unit complies with federal and state regulatory standards and follows company policies and procedures.
Responsibilities:
Maintaining and restoring health of resident patients
Acting as a main point of contact between residents and their families
Addressing and preventing concerns from family members
Assists in developing, implementing, and adjusting patient care plans as needed
Supervises, counsels, and provides discipline when necessary, to nurse staff to ensure the highest quality care possible
Ensures their unit meets federal and state regulatory standards, as well as company policies and procedures
Collaborates with the Director of Nursing, and Physicians to plan and maintain resident care
Completes admission and discharge assessments
Oversees and audits changes made to care plans
Delivers hands-on care and medicine distribution as needed
Audits and completes charting, evaluations, medical forms, and other administrative tasks
Identifies procedural problems and works with the Director of Nursing to resolve issues
Evaluates, prioritizes, and meets the care needs of each resident
Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Graduate of Nursing
Experience:
Minimum of three months recent experience working in a nursing home environment preferred
Licenses/Certifications:
State of Florida Nursing License
CPR Certification
RN License
Abilities Required:
Provide compassionate care.
Excellent communication skills to interact verbally with geriatric patients, residents, family members, employees and other facility guests.
Demonstrates a caring attitude toward patients, residents, family members, employees and other facility guests.
Demonstrates competency to perform duties effectively for geriatric patients or patients with diminished physical and/or mental capacity.
Ability to document information concisely and accurately
Ability to think and act calmly to handle the unusual occurrences of the job.
Ability to deal efficiently and effectively with a wide variety of individuals
Covid-19 Vaccination
Organizational Expectations:
Ensures that resident’s/patient’s rights are adhered to
Demonstrates professionalism and accountability
Demonstrates excellent communication skills
Ensures confidentiality and security of patients’ medical information
Identifies and utilizes appropriate channels of communication
Able to speak, read and write English
Adheres to the organization’s Mission, Vision and Values
Participates in departmental activities, meetings and in-services and follows established guidelines
Maintains a safe working environment
Additional Duties and tasks:
Recognize and assist in solving clinical and administrative problems
Supervise care delivery systems to ensure accuracy and consistency
Provide clinical expertise in medical, behavioral, and crisis management
Develop and implement nursing policies and procedures
Job Type: Full-time
Requirements:
Must pass a Level II Background Screening
Must pass a Urinalysis Screening
COVID-19 considerations:
Negative Covid-19 test Required for all new applicant.
Benefits:
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Paid time off
401K
Bay Vue Nursing and Rehabilitation Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
SEO: RN, Nurse Manager, Nursing Coordinator, Registered Nurse, Clinical Coordinator, Unit Manager, licensed RN, RN license, Unit Coordinator, Nurse Coordinator
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance Medical specialties:
Geriatrics Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday Work setting:
Long term care
Nursing home
Rehabilitation center
Ability to commute/relocate:
Bradenton, FL: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
Nursing: 3 years (Preferred)
Supervisory: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
BLS Certification (Preferred)
Florida RN license Location: One location
Example 2
Job Title: OR RN Nurse Manager
Pay:Up to $220,000 Salary plus Benefits!
Job Description:
The OR Nurse Manager plans organizes, directs, and evaluates individualized nursing care; nursing care management, and nursing personnel management for a designated area.
Manages nursing administration in identification of purpose and goals of nursing service and nursing education.
The OR Nurse Manager plans, organizes, directs and evaluates nursing care. Coordinates staffing. Manages budget preparation toward provision of adequate personnel, supplies and equipment.
OR Nurse Manager is responsible for nursing care in assigned area. Counsels and evaluates nursing personnel for optimum performance.
Develops and participates in orientation and in-service education programs for areas of specialization.
Collaborates with faculty and assists respective area.
The OR Nurse Manager must lead and develop others (co-workers, patients, families, significant others) to where they need to be in order to meet the demands of their future needs.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: Up to $220,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan Medical specialties:
Surgery Schedule:
12 hour shift
Day shift Work setting:
Operating room
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Ability to commute/relocate:
Torrance, CA 90503: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
Nurse Management: 2 years Location: One location
Example 3
Job description
Sign-on Bonus Eligible Position!
Manages activities of the unit(s), monitors quality, service and utilization standards. Supervises the day to day shift activities.
Essential Responsibilities:
Manages the units day to day clinical operations including practice standards, staffing, payroll, budgets, fiscal management, and quality improvement. Ensures the highest quality of care is provided and is in compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements and established departmental policies and procedures.
Develops and implements action plans to improve staff development. Supervises a single unit (8 to 24 hours) of approximately 20 - 60+ employees.
Monitors the allocation and utilization of personnel based on continual changes in patient population/needs and provides the best level of patient care while identifying savings opportunities.
Supervises the daily unit operations, including human resources management, department and employee safety programs, and risk management.
Monitors the quality of service and utilization standards and assumes specific responsibility for patient care at the unit level. Ensures coordinated plans of treatment, customer focused care and cost effective utilization of services.
Works with health care providers outside of the unit, to achieve optimal patient care across the continuum. Researches, identifies, and implements best practice models of other units. Investigates and resolves patient/family member concerns regarding patient care.
Kaiser Permanente conducts compensation reviews of positions on a routine basis. At any time, Kaiser Permanente reserves the right to reevaluate and change job descriptions, or to change such positions from salaried to hourly pay status. Such changes are generally implemented only after notice is given to affected employees.
Qualifications:
*Basic Qualifications:
Experience
Minimum two (2) years of nursing experience required.
Minimum two (2) years of experience as charge nurse, preceptor, quality improvement champion or other related leadership experience.
Education
Graduate of accredited school of nursing.
High school diploma OR General Education Diploma (GED) required.
Job Types: Full-time, Travel nursing, PRN
Salary: $180,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Disability insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Vision insurance Medical specialties:
Home Health
Hospice & Palliative Medicine Schedule:
8 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday Work setting:
Acute care
Inpatient
Long term care
Magnet hospital
Nursing home
Ability to commute/relocate:
Redwood City, CA 94061: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
Nursing: 2 years (Preferred)
charge nurse: 2 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
RN License Location: One location
Example 4
Title : Nurse Manager Location : South San Francisco, CA Duration : Full time Candidate must have BSN Candidate must have 5 years of ANM or Dept. Manager exp Candidate must have exp in either ICU or Tele
What are the nice-to-have skills?
Candidate will Union exp MSN or DNP
Job Summary:
Manages 24-hour departments providing patient care services. Ensures staff provide high quality, accessible, cost effective care, and patient focused services to members across the continuum, which comply with local, state, and federal requirements. Develops and maintains clinical standards of care and practice; responsible for all resource budgeting, selection and development.
Essential Responsibilities:
Manages the operations of 24-hour departments that may be at multiple locations. Ensures Assistants and staff provide the highest quality of care and are in compliance with the Nursing Practice Act, The Joint Commission, federal, state, and local requirements.
Establishes, implements, and maintains patient care and service standards to meet members and internal clients expectations.
Designs and evaluates processes to improve systems and patient care results across the continuum of care.
Develops and monitors budgets for the appropriate use of human and material resources. Monitors financial performance and identifies and implements strategies to reduce costs and improve quality of care/service.
Experience.
supervisory or leadership
Education
Graduate of accredited school of nursing. Bachelors Degree in Nursing, or Masters Degree in Nursing earned through a direct entry MSN program.
License, Certification, Registration
Registered Nurse License (California) required at hire
Basic Life Support
ACLS or PALS certification may be required for positions in specific department.
National Certification preferred within 1 year of hire
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $200,000.00 - $205,000.00 per year
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Experience:
Auxiliary Nursing Midwifery: 1 year (Preferred)
governance: 1 year (Preferred)
management: 1 year (Preferred)
clinical nursing: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
RN License (California) (Preferred)
BLS Certification Location: One location
Example 5
Join the award winning Lorien Elkridge Team and experience first-hand, why we are more than a nursing home and assisted living company! We offer various career opportunities in an unexpected environment, competitive pay commensurate with experience, a wide variety of benefits as well as a positive work environment with a fully committed "care forward" giving team. So, what are you waiting for? Apply today!
Monday - Friday
Requirements
Unencumbered Active Registered Nurse licensure
Unit Supervisor Experience preferred
Must have a kind, patient and empathetic personality as well as a commitment to providing patients with the best possible care
Must be a team player with a strong work ethic and the willingness to help where and when it is needed
Up to date CPR and first aid certification
Leadership and organizational ability
Must display excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel.
Must possess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc. that are necessary for providing quality care.
Must have patience, tact, and cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.
Employee Engagement
Employee Discounts
Earn points and earn rewards
Grow with Lorien's Career Ladder program. We pay for your education!
Internal growth - Leadership promotes from within
Web-based scheduling (pick-up shifts directly from your phone)
Full Time Benefits
Generous PTO: 80 hours of vacation, 40 hours of sick (accrual based)
6 Personal Days
7 Paid Major Holidays
Aetna Medical Package
Tuition Assistance
Cost of Living Increases - Annually
Lorien Health Services is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
Continuing education credits
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Free parking
Health insurance
Life insurance
Loan repayment program
Paid time off
Referral program
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance Medical Specialty:
Geriatrics Physical Setting:
Long term care Schedule:
Monday to Friday Supplemental Pay:
Signing bonus
License/Certification:
BLS Certification (Preferred)
RN Location: One location
Example 6
Director of Nursing/Registered Nurse Manager/ RN
Baltimore, MD
Job ID: 2022-168502
JOB Overview
MAKE A Difference EVERY DAY IN A Uniquely Supportive Community AND Ignite YOUR FULL Potential.
We champion quality of life for all seniors - and quality careers for our team members.
A career at Sunrise Senior Living means something. It means you know your work will have a positive impact on seniors. It means a setting where your ideas, passion, and professional goals are supported with resources and recognition. It means your talent, experience, and ambition are recognized and rewarded. Make a difference every day in this rewarding role:
Resident CARE Director
Responsibilities & Qualifications
Responsibilities:
Provide strategic leadership for resident care in the community by working with each department to coordinate care and services that promote resident's quality of life. Direct management of the nursing team and medication care managers, as applicable by State/Province law, to promote the health and wellness of the resident population.
Provide clinical care through the direct application of the nursing process; perform and document resident assessments, complete Individualized Service Plans, provide or delegate hands-on clinical care as indicated by the plan of care and evaluate resident outcomes.
Provide oversight of the community medication management program to promote resident safety in the medication use process.
Collaborate with physicians, pharmacists, and other clinical providers to coordinate care and services for the residents within the community.
Provide clinical training and education as needed to nurses, medication care managers, care managers and others who provide resident care. Perform skill evaluation to develop and promote clinical capabilities of team members.
Track, trend and report clinical quality data to identify risk. Actively participate as a member of the community Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement committee. Lead clinical quality and process improvement initiatives within the community to mitigate risk and improve resident care outcomes.
Recruit hire and train clinical team members and is responsible for performance management, evaluation and engagement.
Completes direct report team member staffing and scheduling according to operational and budgetary guidelines.
Support regulatory compliance for the community and clinical items under their purview.
Clinical event management and response.
Experience & Qualifications
2+ years of experience as an RN; one year in home health, assisted living, or long-term care preferred.
1+ years of nursing management experience to include hiring, coaching, performance management, scheduling, and daily operations supervision.
Experience in tracking, trending, and analyzing clinical performance data preferred.
How you'll be rewarded for your efforts:
We believe that our team members are our greatest resource and reward them accordingly. In addition to competitive compensation, we provide benefits you would expect of an industry leader.
- Comprehensive medical/dental/vision/prescription drug plans
- Free Continuing Education Units
- Long-term and short-term disability
- Healthy-living wellness program
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Life, accident, and disability insurance
- Annual incentive/bonus program for those who qualify
- Tuition Reimbursement
Sunrise considers the health and safety of its residents, family members, and team members as its highest priorities. All offers of employment with Sunrise are conditioned on completing and passing a background and drug test, participating in mandatory vaccine programs (e.g., Covid-19, Flu), participating in testing requirements (e.g. Covid-19, TB) and using designated PPE when required.
ABOUT Sunrise
Sunrise Senior Living has championed quality of life in senior care for more than 30 years. We believe team members are our greatest resource and are looking for people who share our commitment to provide quality care for seniors and their families. It's no surprise that many of the world's leading experts in Senior Living entrust their career to Sunrise.
Apply today to learn why Sunrise Senior Living is a certified Great Place to Work®
Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Experience:
Nursing: 2 years (Preferred)
home health, assisted living, or long-term care: 1 year (Preferred)
nursing management: 1 year (Preferred)
tracking, trending, and analyzing clinical performance data: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
RN Location: Multiple Locations
Example 7
Now offering DailyPay – the ability to be paid on-demand, without waiting until pay day!
Full Time Position - $3,000 SIGN ON BONUS(paid after successful completion of 90 day probationary period) with Day and Evening hours.
Pay: Starting at $26.00 per hour plus bonus opportunities; higher rates are available for experienced nurses.
1.) Do you have a compassionate heart and a positive attitude?
2.) Are you reliable and detail-oriented?
3.) Are you a good leader and good teammate?
4.) Do you want to use your critical thinking skills?
We’d love to talk with you about joining our team! We recently were named one of the Best Places to Work in Aging Services by Fortune. Apply today to learn more!
Responsibilities:
Manages the day to day operations of the health and wellness component of the community to ensure the maximum levels of resident function ability, safety and wellbeing.
Assist with medication administration and documentation for residents in a senior living setting
Observe patients/residents under treatment to identify progress, side-effects of medications, etc.
Monitor and record vital signs
Provide assistance as necessary with activates of daily living
Administer prescribed medications, injections, wound care, and other basic medical care tasks
Collect lab samples
Communicate with other members of the team, residents, families and medical professionals
Work as a member of a multidisciplinary team
Requirements: LPN (Required) LVN (Preferred, not required) BLS Certification (Preferred, not required)
Familiarity with hospital health, safety, and sanitation standards and procedures Excellent knowledge of medical and hospital terminology Perfect physical condition and stamina
Why Juniper?
Whether you’re a seasoned leader who is excited to share your expertise, or are looking to grow into your first leadership position, Juniper is a wonderful place to connect your passion with purpose. If you’re excited about challenging the status quo of the senior living industry and contributing to an organization that is built on a culture of innovation, Juniper offers rich opportunity for a fulfilling career. Our team approach, mentorships, and hands-on support from home office leadership provide a foundation for you to succeed and grow in meaningful ways.
EOE
#7E21
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $26.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Vision insurance Medical Specialty:
Geriatrics Physical Setting:
Nursing home Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Weekend availability Supplemental Pay:
Bonus pay
Signing bonus
COVID-19 considerations: Employees are provided proper PPE and must be fully COVID-19 vaccinated pursuant to federal guidelines
Ability to commute/relocate:
Lakewood, CO 80215: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
Senior management care: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
BLS Certification (Preferred)
LPN (Required)
LNV Location: One location
Example 8
This is for El Rio Health's Pascua Health Center, and open due to expansion. We are seeking qualified candidates with leadership experience and an RN License for a Health Center Manager position for our new clinic. If you are passionate about public health and helping all individuals obtain comprehensive, accessible, affordable, quality and compassionate care, we invite you to submit your credentials.
We Love Helping People
We are dedicated to serving all people. Since El Rio began in 1970, we have grown to be one of the largest providers of primary medical, dental, and behavioral health services for both insured and uninsured in Pima County. We focus on positive health outcomes, treating the whole person and prevention. Our health care is delivered by compassionate, professionally trained integrated health teams who give from their hearts to provide you with caring, high quality, world class care. “Your Health is Our Passion.†Our integrated care model is delivered through 13 health centers and 1400+ employees serving greater than 10% of the Tucson population. El Rio's 110k+ patients have direct access to medical and dental services, but also pharmacy, diagnostic, behavioral health, physical therapy and a large array of health and wellness classes for patients and their families. El Rio Health is transforming community health through its innovative approach and is looking for team members to help us create the future.
Our Mission is to improve the health of our community through comprehensive, accessible, affordable, quality, and compassionate care. Our Vision is to be a national model of excellent healthcare.
The Health Center Manager under the guidance of the mission, vision, and cultural beliefs of El Rio Health manages the administrative clinical, behavioral health and dental operational activities of health centers as assigned. Manages health center staff in the delivery of high-quality healthcare services to El Rio patients. In this role, the Health Center Manager demonstrates a commitment to providing these services to a diverse range of patients in support of the mission, vision, and values of El Rio Health Center. The incumbent may provide nursing services to patients and will work with the health care team to coordinate high-quality and effective clinical and non-clinical services as a Registered Nurse under the policies and procedures of the Arizona State Board of Nursing and those of El Rio Health Center.
Minimum Education and Experience: - Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Nursing from an accredited school, college or university.
- Five (5) years of experience providing patient care nursing, either in a hospital or clinic setting and a minimum of three (3) years’ experience in a supervisory or managerial role, preferably in a healthcare setting.
Required Licenses, Certifications and Registrations:
- A current and unencumbered Registered Nurse license in good standing from Arizona State Board of Nursing. - A current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers from an approved and accredited training program.
- A valid Arizona driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and required vehicle insurance.
If applicable, equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered, and must be directly related to the functions and responsibilities of the job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
El Rio Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age 40 and over, disability, genetic information, military status, ancestry, marital status, familial status, or any other status protected by law or regulation.
It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions are based on job-related factors.
All employees are required to undergo drug testing prior to employment and, will be subject to post-accident, reasonable suspicion, return to duty and follow up drug and alcohol testing in compliance with Federal and State regulations for alcohol and controlled substance testing. Employees in positions holding responsibility for the safety and welfare of others will also be classified as safety sensitive.
El Rio Health is a Non-profit 501 (c3) Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and abides by all applicable federal Drug-Free Workplace standards.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $79,581.00 - $115,242.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance Schedule:
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Weekend availability Supplemental Pay:
Bonus pay
COVID-19 considerations: All Covid Precautions are taken
Education:
Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:
Management Experience: 3 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
Register Nurse License Location: One location
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Nurse Managers work at clinics, hospitals or care facilities to supervise patient care and develop long-term plans for professional development on their team. Their role is to establish and maintain nursing standards and enforcing them on their team to make sure that all staff implement best practices when interacting with patients and tracking their treatment. Nurse Managers supervise the volume of patients and delegate tasks to team members so they can efficiently process the flow of patients through intake, care and discharge. They seek out training and growth opportunities, giving consistent feedback to their team.
Nurse Manager skills and qualifications
Nurse Managers usually have a varied skill set that encompasses both medical and leadership abilities. The following are some of the skills a Nurse Manager should have:
Excellent verbal and written communication
Strong attention to detail
Ability to work with a variety of health care professionals and patients
Extensive clinical skills for specific unit
Ability to lead and motivate others
Work flexibility
Good organization and planning skills
Nurse Manager salary expectations
The average salary expectation for a Nurse Manager is $91,895 per year, with an overtime pay average of $11,500 a year. Salary may depend on level of experience, education and the geographical location.
Nurse Manager education and training requirements
Nurse Managers need at least a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, which takes four years of classroom study and clinical experience. Since all Nurse Managers are at least Registered Nurses, they need to pass the National Council Licensure Examination. Once they pass the exam, they can apply for an RN license through their state’s licensing board. After getting a BSN, they can get a master’s in nursing, health care or business.
Nurse Manager experience requirements
A Nurse Manager must have a number of years of prior work experience in health care. The experience can be gained through administrative or clinical positions in a clinic, private practice or a hospital. A Nurse Manager usually has at least three to five years of experience as a Registered Nurse. This ensures they have the knowledge and expertise to manage and teach a unit.
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What is the difference between a Nurse Manager and a Charge Nurse?
Nurse Managers and Charge Nurses both hold leadership positions on a nursing staff. Nurse Managers are in charge of the entire nursing team as a whole, unlike Charge Nurses who take a leadership position on a certain shift. Nurse Managers decide how to distribute the budget on supplies, training and hiring. They serve a key role in deciding who joins their team. Charge Nurses have a position of authority during their shifts on-site, and ultimately report to the Nurse Manager about issues that occur on their shift. A Nurse Manager supports multiple charge nurses to cover 24/7 patient care.
What are the qualities of a good Nurse Manager?
Good Nurse Managers are dedicated to professionalism when interacting with patients and staff. They have the maturity and confidence to mentor others and give advice on how to resolve medical emergencies, improve operations and work as a team. They enjoy being hands-on and using modeling and hands-on training to teach others, developing close professional relationships with the Nurses on their team to empower them. Successful Nurse Managers advocate for their patients and constantly work to provide better care and anticipate the healthcare needs of their community.
What are the daily duties of a Nurse Manager?
Nurse Managers perform a combination of leadership tasks, administrative duties and direct patient care. They assign tasks to their nursing team and spend time evaluating their behavior and analyzing their patient outcomes to identify successes and areas for improvement. They address issues like hygiene, infection control and best practices for administering medication. Nurse Managers spend time coaching Nurses one-on-one and setting goals for their career growth. They facilitate communication between their team and other staff such as Doctors, Orderlies, Administrators and custodial staff. They also analyze financial data and compare the budget to expenses and plan new initiatives.
Who reports to a Nurse Manager?
Nurse Managers oversee a team of Nurses with different titles and responsibilities. Some of the roles that report to a Nurse Manager include Charge Nurse, Critical Care Nurse, Surgical Nurse, NICU Nurse, Pediatric Nurse and Nursing Assistant. They maintain knowledge of all types of nursing roles and their impact on patients, providing direct feedback about each Nurse’s actions in the context of their particular job. They also work with front desk staff, Filing Clerks, Bookkeepers and Medical Billers to streamline processes throughout the business side of the clinic.
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