Medical Surgical Nurse Manager

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Full-Time Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Nurse Manager to lead our Medical Surgical nursing department. This role is responsible for delivering and directing safe, effective, and patient-centered care using the nursing process. The Nurse Manager oversees clinical and administrative operations, ensures staff competency, fosters a culture of collaboration, and drives quality outcomes aligned with organizational priorities.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage daily operations and staff within the nursing unit Ensure the delivery of high-quality patient care through assessment, planning, intervention, evaluation, and documentation Serve as a clinical leader and resource to nursing staff and interdisciplinary teams Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and service excellence Recruit, orient, supervise, and evaluate staff performance Develop and maintain department budget, staffing levels, and resource allocation Ensure compliance with hospital policies, regulatory standards, and evidence-based practices Lead and participate in quality improvement initiatives Maintain effective communication with patients, families, staff, and physicians Actively support employee growth, performance recognition, and disciplinary processes when needed Participate in community outreach and organizational representation as assigned Manage daily operations and staff within the nursing unit Ensure the delivery of high-quality patient care through assessment, planning, intervention, evaluation, and documentation Serve as a clinical leader and resource to nursing staff and interdisciplinary teams Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and service excellence Recruit, orient, supervise, and evaluate staff performance Develop and maintain department budget, staffing levels, and resource allocation Ensure compliance with hospital policies, regulatory standards, and evidence-based practices Lead and participate in quality improvement initiatives Maintain effective communication with patients, families, staff, and physicians Actively support employee growth, performance recognition, and disciplinary processes when needed Participate in community outreach and organizational representation as assigned

Qualifications:

Associate or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN preferred) Current RN license in the state of Wisconsin Current BLS certification Minimum of 3 years of clinical nursing experience, preferably in the department specialty At least 2 years of supervisory or management experience Advanced certifications (e.g., ACLS, PALS, NRP) as applicable to department Associate or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN preferred) Current RN license in the state of Wisconsin Current BLS certification Minimum of 3 years of clinical nursing experience, preferably in the department specialty At least 2 years of supervisory or management experience Advanced certifications (e.g., ACLS, PALS, NRP) as applicable to department

Skills & Competencies:

Strong leadership, communication, and critical thinking skills Proficiency in managing staff performance, budgets, and quality standards Commitment to professional development and team collaboration Ability to delegate, prioritize, and maintain high standards under pressure Strong leadership, communication, and critical thinking skills Proficiency in managing staff performance, budgets, and quality standards Commitment to professional development and team collaboration Ability to delegate, prioritize, and maintain high standards under pressure Join our team and lead with purpose in a supportive environment focused on excellence in care and teamwork. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.