Med/Surg Nurse Manager
About The Position
Gunnison Valley Health is hiring a Med/Surg Nurse Manager to lead the team in its Medical/Surgical Department. The role supports compassionate, high-quality patient care and the health and well-being of the community while advancing the organization’s mission and goals. The manager oversees daily staffing and operations, develops and supports nursing staff, coordinates care with clinical and support partners, and promotes a safe and therapeutic work environment. This is an exempt position with compensation of $1,720.00–$2,666.00 per week, depending on experience. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until a finalist is selected. The position is based in the Gunnison Valley in Colorado; the posting describes the local community and commute but does not specify a workplace type. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision plans; employer-matched retirement contributions; a Lifestyle Spending Account and dependent care matching plan; tuition reimbursement; relocation and local housing assistance; paid time off; an Employee Assistance Program with mental health, financial health, wellness, and life coaching; nutrition consultations; discounted fitness membership; and cafeteria discounts. Eligibility for some benefits depends on hours worked and employment status.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
- A Bachelor of Science in Nursing must be obtained within three years of the hire date.
- At least 3 years of acute care nursing experience.
- Prior charge nurse, supervisor, coordinator, or formal nursing leadership experience.
- Current, valid Colorado RN license.
- BLS certification.
Responsibilities
- Support and oversee daily Medical/Surgical staffing and operations while promoting a safe and therapeutic work environment.
- Collaborate with nursing leadership, providers, case management, social work, and support services to plan, direct, and evaluate care for patients and families.
- Provide leadership, direction, coaching, and accountability for nursing staff and other team members.
- Ensure safe and effective care for patients and families.
- Oversee daily unit operations, including staffing, patient assignments, patient flow, prioritization of care needs, resource allocation, and escalation of operational concerns.
- Maintain compliance with hospital policies, scope-of-practice requirements, state and federal regulations, and patient safety practices.
- Lead and participate in quality improvement, regulatory readiness, patient safety, and patient experience initiatives; develop and implement action plans to address issues.
- Serve as a liaison between the Medical/Surgical unit and other hospital departments to promote strong interdepartmental communication.
Benefits
- Competitive salary.
- Medical, dental, and vision plans.
- Employer-matched retirement plan with matching that increases with years of service.
- Up to $250 in the first year toward a Lifestyle Spending Account.
- Dependent care matching plan.
- Tuition reimbursement and support for continuing education.
- Relocation assistance and help with local housing.
- Paid time off, accruing at 10.77% in the first year and increasing with years of service.
- Employee Assistance Program offering mental health, financial health, wellness, and life coaching.
- Free nutrition consultations.
- Discounted fitness membership at Western Colorado University Fieldhouse.
- Discounts on cafeteria food and drinks.
- Health care FSA.
- Dependent care FSA.
- 401A plan enrollment for full-time staff.
- Life and AD&D insurance.
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
