Nurse Manager-Inpatient Spinal Cord Injuries/Disabilities (SCI/D)

Fadona; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Nurse Manager for the Spinal Cord Injuries/Disability Inpatient Unit in Colorado. The role involves overseeing patient care, staff training, and regulatory compliance while promoting evidence-based practices. Ideal candidates will have a strong nursing background and leadership skills, contributing to improved patient outcomes and staff development. This full-time position typically operates Monday to Friday with potential for compressed tours.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Paid time off

Retirement benefits

Comprehensive insurance programs

Qualifications

• Graduation from a professional nursing program approved by ACEN or CCNE.
• Current, full, active nursing registration in a U.S. state.
• Experience in Spinal Cord Injury or related fields preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee nursing process in patient care, ensuring compliance and quality.
• Train and evaluate staff performance in a clinical setting.
• Coordinate interdisciplinary collaboration to enhance patient outcomes.

Skills

English Language Proficiency

Clinical Expert

Leadership

Patient Education

Regulatory Compliance

Evidence-Based Practices

Education

Graduation from an accredited nursing program

Current registration as a professional nurse in the U.S.

Job description

Summary

The Nurse Manager (NM) is the designated first-line supervisory authority responsible for the 24/7 operation of the Spinal Cord Injuries/Disability - Inpatient Unit. The NM provides coverage for other NMs as needed and functions as a clinical expert within their area of expertise/unit.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

• English Language Proficiency
• Graduation from a school of professional nursing approved by an accrediting agency such as ACEN or CCNE at the time the program was completed.
• For individuals in a master's level bridge program in nursing, completion of coursework equivalent to a bachelor's degree in Nursing is required; licensure must be obtained prior to appointment.
• Foreign graduates must possess a current, full, active, and unrestricted registration.
• Current, full, active, and unrestricted registration as a graduate professional nurse in a U.S. State, Territory, Commonwealth, or District of Columbia.
• Graduate Nurse Technician (GNT) exception: Candidates without licensure may be appointed temporarily while pursuing licensure.

Grade Determinations: The scope, education, and experience criteria determine the grade level, detailed at this link.

Physical Requirements: Visual acuity, keen hearing, manual dexterity, ability to perform long periods of walking, standing, stooping, sitting, bending, pulling, and pushing. May be exposed to infected patients and contaminated materials, and may need to don protective clothing.

Duties

• Function as a clinical expert, responsible for all elements of the nursing process in patient care.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care based on age-specific components.
• Coordinate care focusing on patient education, self-management, and satisfaction.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to improve care outcomes and develop innovative initiatives.
• Serve as first-line supervisor, ensuring 24/7 operations and providing staff training and evaluation.
• Lead and mentor staff, promote evidence-based practices, and ensure compliance with standards.
• Engage in professional development and organizational strategy planning.
• Maintain regulatory compliance and foster a safe, inclusive, and professional environment.
• Participate in activities to promote an evidence-based practice culture.

Preferred Experience: Spinal Cord Injury and Disorders, Medical/Surgical, VA supervisory experience.

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package including competitive salary, paid time off, retirement benefits, federal insurance programs, and licensure from any US State or territory.

Work Schedule: Typically Monday - Friday, 0600-1700; compressed tours and telework may be available. This position is not virtual. Relocation and recruitment incentives are not available.