Nurse Manager - Med-Surg Unit

CARIN Alliance; Brevard (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nurse Manager at CARIN Alliance oversees daily operations of a designated Med/Surg unit in Brevard, NC, ensuring safe and compassionate patient care in line with current standards.

Responsibilities include resource management, regulatory compliance, data-driven performance improvement, and fostering a culture of research and quality. Requires NC RN licensure, BSN, and leadership experience; certification within a year is expected.

Qualifications

• BSN or equivalent degree required; MSN preferred.
• Current RN license with NC Board of Nursing.
• National certification in specialty area within one year.
• Minimum five years recent nursing experience, with two years in clinical hospital leadership.

Responsibilities

• Manage resource allocation and support clinical and operational decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and professional standards.
• Integrate clinical, HR, and financial data to improve unit performance.
• Foster research and quality improvement initiatives.
• Lead and support nursing staff and promote professional development.
• Maintain current licensure and obtain specialty certification within one year.
• Support staff adherence to policies, safety protocols, and quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Resource management

Team collaboration

Education

BSN or equivalent

Master's degree in Nursing (preferred)

Job description

Role Overview

The Nurse Manager oversees daily operations of a designated Med/Surg unit, ensuring safe, effective, and compassionate patient care aligned with current standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage resource allocation, promote evidence-based practices, and support clinical and operational decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and professional standards.
• Integrate clinical, human resource, and financial data to improve unit performance.
• Foster research and quality improvement initiatives.
• Lead and support nursing staff, promoting professional development and a positive work environment.
• Maintain current licensure and obtain specialty certification within one year of role acceptance.
• Support staff in adherence to policies, safety protocols, and quality standards.

Qualifications & Skills

• BSN or equivalent required; Master's in Nursing preferred.
• Current RN licensure with the North Carolina Board of Nursing.
• National certification in specialty area within one year.
• Minimum of five years recent nursing experience, with two years in clinical hospital leadership.
• Leadership skills, ability to manage resources, and promote team collaboration.