Clinical Nurse Manager

Wesleyan University; Middletown (CT); On-site; USD 92,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Wesleyan University is seeking a Clinical Nurse Manager to oversee nursing staff and clinical practices at their Health Services. The suitable candidate will manage staff performance, ensure compliance, and contribute to a culture of wellness and inclusion. This full-time role offers competitive compensation within a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive group insurance plans

Wellness programs and incentives

Generous paid time off

Retirement plans

Flexible work schedules

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Connecticut required.
• 5+ years clinical experience.
• 2+ years in a supervisory role.

Responsibilities

• Supervise clinical staff, providing coaching and training.
• Manage hiring processes for clinical staff.
• Ensure compliance with medical supply regulations.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Job description

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The Wesleyan University Health Services department includes the Davison Health Center, Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) and WesWell (Health Education.) The Health Center provides an array of clinical services for the treatment of illnesses and injuries, as well as wellness and disease prevention. Health Services provides medical care to approximately 50+ students a day with an average of 7,500 visits in an academic year. Services are available six days per week, and a physician is on-call 24/7 while classes are in session.

Reporting to the Director of Health Services, the Nurse Manager partners with clinical leadership to provide clinical management to the nursing and medical assistant staff. The Nurse Manager is also responsible for ensuring compliance with clinical orders and established clinical practice guidelines. This position is required to maintain a current Registered Nurse license.

The Nursing Manager ensures the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based care to students and contributes to a campus culture of wellness, inclusion, and health equity.

This position is a full-time, year-round position with some Saturday requirements.

Responsibilities Include

Clinical Leadership and Administration

• Provide supervisory oversight for the clinical staff including providing coaching, training, mentoring and managing performance.
• Manage and oversee the hiring process for clinical staff.
• Provide consultation to the clinical staff.
• Assist the Medical Director with the development of necessary policies with respect to campus communication initiatives.
• Manage and oversee all medical supply inventory and medication purchasing. Ensure regulation compliance of controlled substances. Routinely monitor stock for expiration dates, low supply and missing inventory.
• Manage and oversee University partnerships that require clinical support such as the Study Abroad and Office of International Student Affairs.
• Manage city and state licensure requirements as well as DEA, OSHA and DPH compliance.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives.
• Lead and participate in staff meetings as applicable.
• Monitor and analyze nursing-related data and trends; prepare reports for leadership as required.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Direct Patient Care

• Assess, triage and prepare patients for their clinical appointments which can include but is not limited to obtaining and reviewing a full medical history, performing phlebotomy, taking vital signs, performing in office lab testing and other tasks as requested by the rendering clinician.
• Provide nurse treatment and patient education for simple ailments such as small burns, cuts and bug bites.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments and provide injection teaching to students who self-inject medications.
• Assess/triage sick patients to appropriate provider via telephone, secure message and walk-in requests.
• Manage and oversee all immunization compliance and services including new student requirements, TB screening, testing, reporting, etc. Complete all compliance activities including utilizing the CT State Vaccine Registry (CT Wiz).
• Other Duties as assigned.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently licensed in the State of CT as a Registered Nurse.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing
• Must have at least 5 years of experience working in a clinical setting.
• Must have at least 2 years in a clinical, supervisory role or related experience.
• Demonstrated commitment to work within a diverse environment and interact collegially with individuals of different backgrounds.
• Proficiency with electronic health records and standard office software.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with adolescent/young adult health concerns including sexual health, mental health, and immunization compliance.
• Knowledge of relevant public health regulations and standards (e.g., FERPA, HIPAA, CLIA, OSHA).
• Understanding of nursing standards, infection control, and relevant regulations (e.g., HIPAA, OSHA, DPH compliance.)
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in college health, primary care, or ambulatory care setting.
• Advanced knowledge of Electronic Health Record (EHR) Systems.
  
  

Position is opened until filled. For full consideration please apply by July 14, 2025.

As part of your application, please upload a cover letter and resume.

Compensation: $92,700-$120,525

Work Location: On Campus

All offers to external applicants are contingent on the candidate’s completion of a pre-employment background check screening to the satisfaction of Wesleyan University.

Wesleyan University, located in Middletown, Connecticut, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, ancestry, present or past history of mental disorder, learning disability or physical disability, political belief, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or non-position-related criminal record. We welcome applications from women and historically underrepresented minority groups. Inquiries regarding Title IX, Section 504 or any other non-discrimination policies should be directed to Vice President for Equity and Inclusion, Title IX and ADA/504 Coordinator.

Wesleyan University complies with the Clery Act and maintains records of campus crime statistics and security policies. Copies of Wesleyan University’s Clery Act Report are available on request and online at https://www.wesleyan.edu/publicsafety/clery.html.

Experience is taken into consideration in the determination of salary offers. For more information visit https://www.wesleyan.edu/hr/handbook/compensation-practices/index.html

Wesleyan offers a broad range of employee benefits and development opportunities, including comprehensive group insurance plans, wellness programs and incentives, generous paid time off and retirement plans, flexible work schedules, employee and dependent tuition programs for those who qualify.

Detailed information on the benefits of working at Wesleyan is located at: https://wesleyan.edu/hr/careers/prospective-resources.html.

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• Seniority level

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Employment type

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• Industries

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