Nursing Manager

Mimak Care Corporation; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking a Nursing Manager to oversee the delivery of nursing care. The role involves recruitment, compliance management, and performance oversight. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of nursing experience, including leadership, and will excel in fostering client relationships. This position offers flexible hours and is primarily remote, with some travel required throughout Ontario.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Paid mileage for travel

Flexible scheduling

Professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years nursing experience, with 2 years in leadership.
• Experience in healthcare staffing or remote clinical management.
• Ability to conduct audits and manage client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Oversee recruitment and placement of agency nurses.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations.
• Monitor staff performance and provide mentorship.
• Manage client relationships and address staffing needs.
• Document and report on staffing metrics and compliance.

Skills

Strong clinical knowledge

Proven leadership abilities

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving abilities

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) in good standing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)

Job description

Overview

The Nursing Manager is a key clinical and operational leader within our healthcare staffing agency. This role ensures the delivery of high-quality nursing care by overseeing recruitment, placement, performance, and compliance of agency nurses. The manager also serves as the primary liaison between the agency and healthcare facility clients, building and maintaining strong professional relationships.

This role offers a flexible schedule and is primarily remote, but requires occasional travel across Ontario for site visits, audits, and meetings with clients and nursing staff. The ideal candidate will be an experienced registered nurse with leadership experience and strong operational, compliance, and interpersonal skills.

Key Responsibilities

1. Recruitment, Hiring & Placement

• Actively recruit, interview, and hire qualified nurses in alignment with agency policies and College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) standards.
• Evaluate candidate qualifications, clinical experience, and compatibility with various client assignments.
• Strategically match nurses to client assignments considering skills, experience, preferences, and facility requirements.
• Collaborate with internal teams to manage staff schedules, ensuring optimal coverage and timely staffing.
• Support onboarding and orientation of new hires, providing guidance on policies, procedures, and expectations.

2. Compliance, Quality Assurance & Clinical Oversight

• Ensure all nursing staff maintain compliance with CNO regulations, Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), infection control protocols, and client-specific policies.
• Conduct both remote and in-person audits of facilities to assess service quality, staff performance, and adherence to regulatory standards.
• Identify gaps in compliance or performance and develop actionable improvement plans.
• Maintain comprehensive records of licenses, certifications, training, and continuing education of all nursing staff.

3. Staff Performance Management & Professional Development

• Monitor nursing staff performance through remote assessments, client feedback, and site evaluations.
• Provide ongoing coaching, mentorship, and guidance to enhance staff competency and confidence.
• Address performance issues proactively and constructively, implementing improvement plans or disciplinary measures as necessary.
• Develop and facilitate professional development programs, skills training, and continuing education opportunities for agency nurses.

4. Client & Relationship Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for healthcare facility clients regarding staffing needs, clinical concerns, and quality assurance.
• Build and maintain strong, positive relationships with clients by responding promptly to concerns and providing strategic staffing solutions.
• Represent the agency professionally during site visits, meetings, and audits, ensuring a high level of client satisfaction.
• Collaborate with internal recruitment, scheduling, and operations teams to coordinate services and address any operational challenges.

5. Documentation, Reporting & Operational Improvement

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of site visits, staff performance evaluations, compliance audits, and client communications.
• Prepare detailed reports for agency leadership highlighting staffing metrics, compliance outcomes, trends, and recommendations for improvements.
• Analyze operational and staffing trends to propose enhancements in service delivery, staff training, and client satisfaction.

Essential Skills & Qualifications

Education & Licensing

• Registered Nurse (RN) in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) required.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) - preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of nursing experience in diverse care settings, with at least 2 years in a leadership, supervisory, or management role.
• Experience in healthcare staffing, agency operations, or remote clinical management is highly desirable.
• Previous experience conducting audits, managing multiple client relationships, and mentoring nursing staff is an asset.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong clinical knowledge and expertise in nursing practices, Ontario healthcare regulations, and quality assurance standards.
• Proven leadership, coaching, and conflict resolution abilities.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills for remote and in-person interactions.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple facilities, assignments, and staff simultaneously.
• Proficiency in using online collaboration, documentation, and scheduling platforms.
• Ability to make informed decisions, solve problems effectively, and implement operational improvements.

Working Conditions

• Primarily remote work with flexible hours to accommodate staffing and client needs.
• Occasional travel throughout Ontario for site visits, audits, and meetings with clients or staff.
• Flexible schedule may include evenings and weekends based on operational requirements.
• Valid Ontario drivers license and reliable transportation required for site visits.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate based on experience
• Paid mileage for travel to client facilities.
• Flexible scheduling to accommodate part-time or casual availability.
• Opportunities to support professional growth and leadership within a growing healthcare staffing agency.