Nurse Manager – Orthopedic & Spine Medical Surgical Unit

Mercy Co; The Village (OK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day-One Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid Time Off

Competitive Salary

Paid Parental Leave

Employer-Matched Retirement

Career Growth and Professional Dev.

Tuition Reimbursement: Up to 2000/year

Supportive Leadership Culture

Job summary

Mercy in Oklahoma City seeks an experienced Orthopedic/Spine Nurse Manager to lead nursing operations across the department. You will partner with the Chief Nursing Officer to ensure safe, high‑quality care and efficient staffing.

This role emphasizes collaboration with physicians and hospital leaders to improve patient outcomes, optimize productivity, and advance clinical programs. BSN preferred; RN licensure required; leadership experience mandatory within a 24/7 hospital.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved school of nursing; BSN preferred.
• Current RN license in applicable state.
• Minimum three years nursing experience; leadership/management experience preferred.
• BLS, ACLS, PALS certification required within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Chief Nursing Officer in delivering safe, quality, cost-efficient care.
• Ensure competent staff, optimal resource utilization, and productivity goals.
• Collaborate with administrative personnel, physicians, and staff to improve processes.
• Lead in an environment that fosters communication and compassionate care.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Staff coordination

Education

BSN preferred

RN licensure

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Responsible for assisting the Chief Nursing Officer in the delivery of safe, quality and cost-efficient care by having competent staff members in the department. Ensures efficient utilization of available resources and meets productivity and/or financial goals. Meets customer service satisfaction goals. Works collaboratively and effectively with other administrative personnel, physicians and staff from other areas throughout the Hospital to enhance communication, share pertinent data and improve processes across the continuum.

Position Details:

Why Choose Mercy?

Incredible Incentives & Benefits:

• Day-One Medical, Dental & Vision
• Enjoy Work/Life Balance with Generous Paid Time Off
• Competitive Salary
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employer-Matched Retirement
• Career Growth and Opportunities for Professional Development
• Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $2,000/year
• Supportive Leadership Culture: Lead within an environment that prioritizes collaboration, empowers decision‑making, and fosters a culture where leaders champion their teams, nurture professional growth, and model compassion and accountability every day.

About Our Facility

• Serving the OKC region for 135+ years, continuing a long legacy of compassionate care.
• 24/7 full‑service hospital with 349 beds
• Featured specialty centers include: Mercy Breast Center, Coletta Cancer Center, Meinders Neuro Science Institute, Birthplace & Level III Neonatal ICU

Consistently recognized for excellence, including:

• Forbes America's Top Hospitals (2026)
• Newsweek Best Neurological Hospitals (2024 & 2025)
• U.S. News Best Hospitals for Maternity Care (2024)
• Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade A (multiple seasons 2024–2025)
• American Heart Association Stroke Honor Roll Elite Plus (2024)

Accreditations & Centers of Excellence:

• Center of Excellence for Hernia Surgery (Surgical Review Corporation)
• Center of Excellence for GI (American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy)
• Advanced Certification for Comprehensive Stroke Centers (The Joint Commission)

Education: Graduate of an approved school of nursing. BSN preferred.
Licensure: Current license in applicable State of practice for Registered Nurse.
Experience: Minimum three years nursing experience. Previous leadership/management experience preferred.
Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS Certification required within 90 days of hire.
Other: Demonstrates skill in human relations and communications is required. Must have broad understanding of the patient care process and be able to demonstrate clinical expertise in their area of responsibility.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

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