Nurse Manager

Health Here; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Health Here in Austin, TX is seeking a Nurse Manager for the Progressive Care Unit to lead a high-acuity, 24/7 environment. You will oversee unit operations, drive patient-centered care, and collaborate with physicians and interprofessional teams.

The role emphasizes staff development, quality improvement, outcome measurement, and efficient resource use in a fast-paced setting. A proactive leader with strong communication will excel in this impact-driven position.

Qualifications

• Strong clinical leadership and management capabilities in progressive care/step-down settings.
• Excellent communication and teamwork across interdisciplinary stakeholders.
• Ability to drive quality improvement, patient safety, and patient-centered care.
• Proficiency in staff development, performance evaluation, and resource/budget management.

Responsibilities

• Lead unit operations, promoting quality, safety, and strong patient experience outcomes.
• Manage staffing and scheduling to ensure appropriate coverage and optimal resource use.
• Mentor, evaluate, and support clinical staff performance and professional growth.
• Support evidence-based practice and continuous learning initiatives.
• Manage unit budgets and resources effectively.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care.
• Foster a culture of compassion, respect, and accountability.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Staff development

Communication

Quality improvement

Budget management

Job description

Nurse Manager (Progressive Care Unit) oversees 24/7 leadership for a high-acuity step-down unit, ensuring safe, high-quality, patient-centered care in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead unit operations, promoting quality, safety, and strong patient experience outcomes.
• Manage staffing and scheduling to ensure appropriate coverage and optimal resource use.
• Mentor, evaluate, and support clinical staff performance and professional growth.
• Support evidence-based practice and continuous learning initiatives.
• Manage unit budgets and resources effectively.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care.
• Foster a culture of compassion, respect, and accountability.

Qualifications & Skills

• Strong clinical leadership and management capabilities in progressive care/step-down settings.
• Excellent communication and teamwork across interdisciplinary stakeholders.
• Ability to drive quality improvement, patient safety, and patient-centered care.
• Proficiency in staff development, performance evaluation, and resource/budget management.