Med-Surg

Houston Healthcare•Warner Robins, GA

About The Position

The Nurse Manager provides leadership within nursing and clinical teams, overseeing daily clinical and operational functions to support seamless patient care across the care continuum. The role leads staff, develops clinical practice, and manages patient care delivery, with accountability for team performance, quality, safety, compliance, financials, throughput, and operational efficiency. Reporting to the Director of Patient Care Service, the Nurse Manager develops, implements, and evaluates systems that promote high-quality, cost-effective, and safe care. The position oversees clinical workflows, staff development, regulatory compliance, quality improvement, resource allocation, and operational performance. It promotes a collaborative, inclusive, and healthy work environment and ensures nursing practice adheres to established clinical standards, policies, and procedures. The schedule is a day shift, 8-hour workday, with 40 scheduled weekly hours. Call is typically not required.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN).
For an acute or ambulatory setting, a valid, unencumbered Registered Nursing License approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing.
For oversight of virtual care activities, an active compact/multistate license (eNLC) is required within 60 days of hire.
BLS certification.
Demonstrated leadership promoting collaboration, diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice within the populations served and the health system.
Experience overseeing intricate, complex service-line operations within a healthcare system.
Ongoing demonstrated clinical and leadership competence.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in nursing or doctoral degree (DNP, PhD, or DrPH).
At least five years of professional nursing practice in acute and/or ambulatory care settings.
Three years of lead, supervisory, management, and/or leadership experience within a complex academic health system.
Nurse Executive Certification (NE-BC or NEA-BC), or comparable certification (CNML or CENP).
ACLS certification may be necessary after hire depending on specialty area.
Additional certifications may be required depending on department and specialty.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain team engagement, visibility, and accountability in support of organizational vision, mission, and goals.
Foster collaboration, excellence, accountability, and mutual respect among interprofessional care teams.
Educate, coach, and guide staff to support adherence to clinical standards and best practices.
Facilitate staff onboarding, competency assessment, and continuing professional development.
Manage and support a diverse workforce in alignment with organizational goals, staffing needs, and budget considerations.
Oversee clinical and operational workflows to support patient integration and service efficiency.
Lead and implement area-specific quality and safety initiatives aligned with organizational objectives.
Execute financial and productivity initiatives in line with organizational goals.
Collaborate with division leadership to support patient safety and monitor quality and safety objectives across the care continuum.
Identify and implement evidence-based practices to enhance patient safety and reduce risk in alignment with the Magnet model.
Manage staff performance, provide feedback, and address patient-care and professional-conduct issues.
Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, accreditation requirements, and organizational policies.
Lead continuous quality improvement through data analysis, problem-solving, and monitoring key performance indicators.
Promote adherence to Magnet Model principles and implement strategies to improve clinical practice outcomes.
Plan, prioritize, and execute operations efficiently, anticipating resource needs and achieving results within budget.
Address operational challenges and resolve issues in partnership with triad leadership.
Advocate for effective resource allocation to support patient care and service delivery.
Foster an inclusive and diverse work environment that values individual differences and supports staff well-being.
Support a healthy work environment that encourages professional growth and high staff morale.
Adapt leadership approaches in challenging situations and communicate unit goals effectively.
Monitor nursing practice to ensure adherence to clinical standards, policies, and procedures.
Provide ongoing education and training to nurses to maintain clinical skills and regulatory knowledge.
Advocate for patient safety and optimal care by addressing concerns about staffing, resources, and care delivery.