Nurse Manager- MedSurg (40 Hours)

Boston Medical Center; Brockton (MA); On-site; USD 90,500 - 131,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Boston Medical Center is seeking a Nurse Manager for the MedSurg 4A unit. This position entails leadership and coordination of nursing operations, ensuring the compliant delivery of patient care while overseeing clinical activities and staffing. Candidates should possess a BSN and an active Massachusetts RN license.

The position offers a compensation range of $90,500.00 – $131,500.00, alongside benefits such as medical, dental, vision, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years clinical experience required.
• Active Massachusetts RN license is mandatory.
• Certification in related specialty areas may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide unit-level leadership and operational oversight.
• Supervise and manage assigned clinical and non-clinical staff.
• Coordinate staffing and scheduling activities.
• Oversee clinical practice and care coordination.
• Support quality, safety, and performance improvement initiatives.

Skills

Analytical and organizational skills

Interpersonal and leadership skills

Clear and effective communication skills

Basic computer proficiency

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Job description

Position

Position: Nurse Manager

Department: MedSurg 4A

Schedule: Full Time, 40 Hours

Position Summary

The Nurse Manager is responsible for the day-to-day leadership and coordination of nursing operations within the assigned clinical area to ensure the safe, effective, and compliant delivery of patient care. The role integrates clinical practice oversight with operational management, ensuring that nursing care is planned, delivered, and evaluated in accordance with established standards of care, regulatory requirements, and organizational policies. The Nurse Manager oversees clinical activities, workflows, and staffing to support consistent implementation of the nursing process and to promote quality, safety, and patient-centered outcomes. This position functions with general supervision and exercises independent judgment in managing unit-level operations, supervising staff, and addressing clinical and operational issues within established guidelines. The role supports departmental and organizational goals by ensuring nursing services are aligned with hospital priorities, performance expectations, and patient care standards.

Essential Responsibilities / Duties

1. Provide unit-level leadership and operational oversight: Ensure consistent delivery of safe, high-quality patient care in alignment with departmental goals, hospital policies, and regulatory standards.
2. Supervise and manage assigned clinical and non-clinical staff: Direct daily operations, assign work, monitor performance, and address workforce issues in accordance with established personnel policies, labor agreements, and budgetary parameters.
3. Coordinate staffing and scheduling activities: Support patient care needs, maintain appropriate coverage, and ensure compliance with departmental standards and applicable labor contracts.
4. Oversee clinical practice and care coordination: Ensure the nursing process is consistently applied, patient flow is efficient, and resources are used effectively to meet patient care demands.
5. Identify, address, and escalate operational, staffing, and patient care issues: Collaborate with the Nurse Director and other partners to implement timely and appropriate solutions within defined authority.
6. Support quality, safety, and performance improvement initiatives: Participate in unit-based quality activities, risk management efforts, and approved research, monitor compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and accreditation requirements.
7. Promote and sustain staff competency and unit readiness: Support education, orientation, and competency-based assignments, and contribute to structured development activities such as preceptorship and unit-based training programs.
8. Serve as a clinical and operational resource within the unit: Maintain situational awareness of patient care needs, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and provide direct patient care as required to support unit operations.

Job Requirements

Education: Graduate of an accredited baccalaureate nursing program (BSN) required.

Licenses + Certifications: Active Massachusetts RN license. Certification in related specialty areas may also be required.

Experience: Minimum of three years clinical experience with a minimum of two years clinical experience relevant to the unit patient population required.

Knowledge + Skills: Analytical and organizational skills to supervise staff and develop, implement, and evaluate policies and standards. Strong interpersonal and leadership skills to mentor, train, and collaborate effectively in a team environment. Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills in English. Basic computer proficiency to access, enter, and interpret electronic information.

Compensation

Range: $90,500.00 – $131,500.00. This range is an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. Compensation may vary based on factors such as education, experience, skills, certifications, and business needs.

Benefits

BMCHS offers total compensation including medical, dental, vision, pharmacy benefits, discretionary bonuses, merit increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, paid time off, career advancement, and resources for employee and family well-being.

Equal Opportunity

Boston Medical Center is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. We ensure equal employment opportunities for all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or any other non‑job‑related characteristic. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please email [e-mail] or call 617-638-8582.

Additional Information

Boston Medical Center participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. As an E‑Verify employer, prospective employees must complete a background check before beginning employment.

All staff must be vaccinated against COVID‑19, flu, and receive a booster dose of the COVID‑19 vaccine.