ICU & Med‑Surg Nurse Manager — Lead Care Excellence

Right Hire Consulting LLC; Sanford (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Right Hire Consulting LLC is seeking a Nurse Manager to lead ICU and Med-Surg units, oversee daily operations, and uphold high standards of patient care.

The role requires strong leadership, staff development, regulatory knowledge, and a focus on quality and safety, reporting to the Unit Director and CNO to ensure smooth clinical workflow. Candidates should be licensed RN in NC, hold a BSN, and bring 35+ years of nursing experience with leadership roles.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in North Carolina.
• BSN is required; MSN or leadership certification preferred.
• Minimum 35 years of clinical nursing experience with at least 2 years in a leadership role (ICU/Med-Surg experience preferred).
• Proven ability to lead teams, drive change, and improve processes.
• Knowledge of Joint Commission, CMS regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Organize, direct, and supervise daily ICU and Med-Surg functions.
• Maintain safe staffing levels and oversee scheduling.
• Serve as liaison between nursing staff, Unit Director, and CNO.
• Lead evidence-based clinical practice and performance improvement initiatives.
• Monitor patient safety and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Staff development

Quality improvement

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Education

RN license (NC)

BSN

MSN or leadership certification preferred

Job description

Right Hire Consulting LLC is seeking a Nurse Manager to lead ICU and Med-Surg units, oversee daily operations, and uphold high standards of patient care.

The role requires strong leadership, staff development, regulatory knowledge, and a focus on quality and safety, reporting to the Unit Director and CNO to ensure smooth clinical workflow. Candidates should be licensed RN in NC, hold a BSN, and bring 35+ years of nursing experience with leadership roles.