Nurse Manager - Orthopedic Surgery

UNKNOWN; Bellerive (MO); On-site; USD 82,000 - 147,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & sick leave

Health insurance

Transit pass

Retirement plan (403b)

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a Nursing Manager to lead patient care staff and coordinate clinical operations. The role combines clinical leadership with budget oversight to achieve quality, patient satisfaction, and financial goals within the unit.

The position emphasizes staff development, policy implementation, and adherence to regulatory requirements while maintaining high standards of patient care and collaboration across departments.

Qualifications

• RN licensed in Missouri or Illinois; graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• B.S.N. is required; BLS certification needed.
• Minimum 3 years clinical experience; supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates patient services with physicians and staff to ensure quality care.
• Directs and coordinates staff activities; supports education and quality improvement.
• Administers medications, monitors vitals, and maintains records per nursing standards.

Skills

Supervisory Management

Leadership

Policy Development

Clinical Rounds

Education

B.S.N. - Bachelor Of Science

Registered Nurse - Missouri or Illinois

Basic Life Support Certification

Tools

Epic EHR

Job description

Location SAINT LOUIS, MO 63141 Scheduled Hours 40 Position Summary Provides leadership, supervision, and coordination of patient care staff and patient treatment; the manager applies both clinical and operational management skills to meet the established quality, patient satisfaction, and financial/operational goals of the unit/department.

Job Description Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

Coordinates patient services with physicians and staff to provide quality care in effective manner, conducting rounds to ensure quality of patient care delivery. Reviews, assists, and promotes the development of policies and procedures in compliance with medical school, state and federal regulatory requirements. Assists in preparation and control of department operational budget; monitors supplies/equipment, ordering/repairing as required to ensure the quality of care and operational standard are maintained. Directs, assigns, and coordinates activities/duties of staff, evaluating performance, orienting new staff, and advising administration of conditions; coordinates and ensures completion of staff continuing education, in-service, and quality improvement activities, staff programs, and meetings. Provides direct patient care, including development of patient care plans, administering medication, vitals, phlebotomy, monitoring IV therapies, and maintaining records in accordance with approved nursing techniques. Promotes/maintains good public relations with patients and families, acting as liaison between other departments. Acts as troubleshooter, contact person, counselor, and interviewer in patient care research projects, maintaining appropriate records.

Working Conditions

Job Location/Working Conditions

• Normal office environment
• Exposure to blood-borne pathogens
• Requires protective devices
• Patient care setting
• Direct patient care setting
• Physical Effort Typically sitting at desk or table
• Typically standing and walking
• Typically bending, crouching, stooping
• Occasional lifting (25 lbs or less)
• Equipment Office equipment
• Clinical/diagnostic equipment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education: B.S.N. - Bachelor Of Science

Certifications/Professional Licenses: The list below may include all acceptable certifications, professional licenses and issuers. More than one credential, certification or professional license may be required depending on the role. Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, Basic Life Support - American Red Cross, Registered Nurse - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Registered Nurse - Missouri Division of Professional Registration

Work Experience: Clinical (3 Years)

Skills: Supervisory Management

Driver's License: A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job Required Qualifications: Basic Life Support certification (Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements). Graduate of an accredited nursing program. Registered Nurse in the state of Missouri or Illinois.

Preferred Qualifications

Education: No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Certifications/Professional Licenses: No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience: No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills: Activity Coordination, Communication, Electronic Health Records (EHR), Employee Communications, Epic EHR, External Communication, General Nursing, Interpersonal Communication, Interview Management, IV Medication Administration, Medical Advising, Medication Administration, Organizing, Policy Management, Problem Solving Tools, Recordkeeping, Research Projects

Grade S29 Salary Range

$81,600.00 - $146,800.00 / Annually The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

• Personal Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered. WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us. For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

About WashU

Washington University in St. Louis' collective success is significantly attributed to the passion and outstanding efforts of our community. Our staff, faculty and trainees are committed to excellence and dedicated to carrying out our missions of research, teaching and patient care. WashU prides itself on being a place where people matter, and serious work is done. Our people work together in an inclusive community that celebrates diverse perspectives, collaboration and innovation. We are a community of individuals inspired to work together to develop big ideas and tackle challenging problems. We value the well-being of our people. WashU strives to create a positive employee experience where staff, faculty and trainees thrive, both personally and professionally. Our employees find meaning, connection and vitality in their work and life with a healthy work-life balance and support to learn, grow and make an impact at WashU, the community and the world.