Manager of Med/Surg

generis Tek • Gunnison, CO

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical/Surgical (MS) Nursing Manager is a Registered Nurse responsible for overseeing patient care, nursing staff, and the daily operations of the Medical/Surgical unit. The manager collaborates with hospital leadership to support efficient clinical operations, staff development, appropriate resource use, patient safety, and continuous quality improvement.

This is a 13-week contract role in Gunnison, Colorado, on the day shift, with a stated pay range of $70–$72 per hour.

Requirements

• Current and valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the applicable state.
• Demonstrated clinical experience in Medical/Surgical nursing.
• Strong knowledge of nursing standards, patient safety practices, regulatory compliance, and quality improvement processes.
• Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage staffing, departmental resources, and competing clinical priorities effectively.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN); additional education in nursing administration or healthcare management is an advantage.
• Previous nursing leadership, supervisory, or management experience.
• Proficiency in electronic health records (EHRs) and clinical documentation systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Medical/Surgical nursing unit to support safe, effective, high-quality patient care.
• Supervise, guide, and support Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and other patient care personnel.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, clinical protocols, regulatory requirements, and nursing standards.
• Monitor patient care outcomes, nursing performance, and unit operations to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborate with physicians, interdisciplinary teams, and hospital leadership to coordinate care and improve clinical outcomes.
• Manage staffing schedules, assignments, and resource allocation.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, training, professional development, and performance evaluations of nursing staff.
• Promote teamwork, accountability, communication, and professional growth.
• Implement quality improvement initiatives and evidence-based nursing practices to enhance patient safety and satisfaction.
• Monitor unit performance metrics and develop strategies to improve efficiency and quality of care.
• Ensure appropriate use of equipment, supplies, and departmental resources.
• Address patient and family concerns and support timely resolution of care-related issues.
• Participate in leadership meetings, departmental planning, policy development, and organizational improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure adherence to infection prevention, medication safety, and risk management standards.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed