Nurse Manager

Fair Haven Community Health Care • New Haven, CT

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Join our team and help lead high-quality, patient-centered care in a collaborative community health setting. The Nurse Manager plays a key leadership role in overseeing daily clinical operations, supporting nursing staff, and ensuring exceptional patient care. This position partners closely with providers and clinical support teams to create an efficient, positive, and compassionate care environment aligned with our mission and values.

Requirements

• Active Connecticut RN license required
• CPR certification from the American Heart Association required
• Minimum 2 years of ambulatory care experience required
• At least 1 year of supervisory or leadership experience in an ambulatory setting
• Strong leadership, communication, critical thinking, and team-building skills
• Proficiency with EHR systems, Microsoft Office, and web-based tools

Nice To Haves

• BSN preferred
• FQHC experience preferred
• Experience with quality improvement methodologies such as PDSA or Lean preferred
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a multidisciplinary nursing team including RNs, LPNs, and Medical Assistants
• Oversee daily clinical operations, patient flow, staffing, scheduling, and clinical support functions
• Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Monitor staff performance, provide coaching, and support professional development
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, infection control protocols, Joint Commission requirements, and UDS measures
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and training of clinical staff
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and drive operational excellence using performance metrics and best practices
• Provide direct patient care as needed, including assessments, medication administration, documentation, and care coordination
• Collaborate across departments to ensure integrated, patient-centered services
• Serve as a clinical leader on committees, projects, and organizational initiatives

Benefits

• You’ll be part of a mission-driven organization committed to delivering outstanding primary care in a Patient-Centered Medical Home model.
• We value collaboration, innovation, and compassionate care—and we invest in leaders who want to make a difference in the communities we serve.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager