How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)The Nurse Manager is a dynamic, professional RN leader responsible for the clinical, operational, and business management of assigned unit(s). This role fosters a high-performing team environment focused on excellence in patient care, staff recruitment and retention, quality outcomes, and fiscal responsibility.
The Nurse Manager sets the tone for the unit—holding teams accountable, strengthening communication, and ensuring exceptional care delivery. As the unit’s chief retention and safety officer, this leader uses data, technology, and evidence-based practices to promote quality, safety, and a positive workplace culture.
Engage team members in shared decision-making and relationship-based care to support patient-centered outcomes and service excellence.
Serve as the unit's primary retention and safety leader, ensuring responsible use of human and material resources.
Manage financial resources effectively, using lean principles to reduce waste and optimize clinical and operational performance.
Support strategic marketing and communication efforts to advance the service line.
Communicate clearly with diverse audiences and hold staff accountable for performance standards.
Build strong partnerships with staff, medical providers, and other departments through fairness, transparency, and reflective practice.
Foster a healthy work environment by resolving conflict, coaching team members, and promoting positive team dynamics.
Create opportunities for professional growth and support initiatives that attract and retain talented staff.
Promote and ensure staff competency in clinical care delivery.
Model professional nursing practice and ethical leadership.
Support effective hiring, onboarding, and mentorship for new staff.
Lead with curiosity, innovation, and respect while managing a multi-generational, diverse team.
Drive change management and support improvement initiatives.
Apply knowledge of healthcare financing to manage human and material resources responsibly.
Develop and manage operational budgets to meet or exceed performance targets.
Represent the organization positively in the community and serve on committees or task forces as needed.
Seek opportunities for leadership development and expanded responsibilities.
Promote evidence-based practice, nursing research, and continuous performance improvement.
Participate in value analysis and evaluation of care products.
Proactively identify risks and ensure compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and safety standards.
Use data and evidence to support decision-making and maintain confidentiality and ethical standards.
Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing – Required
Master’s Degree in Nursing – Preferred
Registered Nurse – Single-State or Multi-State Compact required.
Basic Life Support (AHA) – Required
Minimum 3 years of progressive management experience – Required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong relationship-building abilities.
Knowledge of the healthcare environment and systems thinking.
Proven leadership skills, including change management, coaching, and team collaboration.
Ability to model professional practice and foster shared governance.
Business acumen to manage human and material resources effectively.
Understanding of healthcare financing, operations, and technology-driven decision-making.
Knowledge of risk management, accreditation, regulatory, and licensing requirements.
Commitment to continuous learning and quality and safety initiatives.
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