Ambulatory Nurse Manager - Lead Care & Quality

Duke Clinical Research Institute; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Health is seeking a Nurse Manager, Ambulatory to provide clinical and operational leadership across ambulatory clinics in Durham and surrounding areas. The role focuses on high-quality patient care, regulatory compliance, and efficient clinic operations.

You will partner with physician leaders, supervise diverse staff, and drive staffing, budgeting, and quality initiatives to advance health outcomes in the community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing is required and NC RN licensure is expected.
• Master's degree in nursing or related field is preferred.
• Minimum three years of nursing experience with at least one year in leadership.
• Ambulatory or outpatient clinic operations experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and accountability for nursing and patient care in ambulatory clinics.
• Align staffing models, workflows, and clinical processes to optimize patient flow and quality.
• Supervise and evaluate administrative and clinical staff; ensure competency and development.
• Ensure regulatory compliance, infection prevention, and quality standards.
• Collaborate with physician and APP leaders to support care delivery and safety initiatives.
• Monitor budgets, labor, and supply costs; identify cost-containment opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Ambulatory care

Budgeting

Staff development

Communication

Education

BSN

MSN or related field preferred

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Duke Health is seeking a Nurse Manager, Ambulatory to provide clinical and operational leadership across ambulatory clinics in Durham and surrounding areas. The role focuses on high-quality patient care, regulatory compliance, and efficient clinic operations.

You will partner with physician leaders, supervise diverse staff, and drive staffing, budgeting, and quality initiatives to advance health outcomes in the community.