Nurse Manager: Patient Flow & Care Operations

Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off and holidays

State retirement plan or equivalent

Job summary

The Ohio State University is seeking a Nurse Manager - Patient Flow for University Hospital’s Center for Emergency Services. This role plans, leads and evaluates 24-hour patient care operations within a designated area to support the Medical Center’s mission.

You will develop strategic goals, coach staff, and ensure collaboration across departments while maintaining nursing standards and continuous improvement. A BSN is required, with a master’s preferred, and active Ohio RN licensure.

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate degree in nursing required; Master’s degree in Nursing or related field is preferred.
• Current Ohio RN license.
• Minimum of two years management experience and three years of registered nursing experience in relevant care setting.
• Certification in nursing administration or area of clinical expertise; certification must be achieved within 18 months of employment.
• Ongoing: Maintains current Ohio RN license. Retains professional certification in nursing administration or clinical area.
• Demonstrates computer skills required to perform job functions.

Responsibilities

• Oversees plans, organizes, manages and evaluates patient care operations for a designated area on a 24-hour basis.
• Develops strategic short-, mid- and long-term goals and processes to enhance unit operations.
• Manages, guides, coaches and evaluates the work performance of patient care staff in a designated area.
• Promotes collaboration with other patient care departments and areas related to patient care.
• Manages unit budget plans and identifies cost-saving initiatives.
• Participates in development of evidence-based standards of practice.

Skills

Leadership

Staff management

Budgeting

Quality improvement

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Master’s degree in Nursing or related field (preferred)

Job description

The Ohio State University is seeking a Nurse Manager - Patient Flow for University Hospital’s Center for Emergency Services. This role plans, leads and evaluates 24-hour patient care operations within a designated area to support the Medical Center’s mission.

You will develop strategic goals, coach staff, and ensure collaboration across departments while maintaining nursing standards and continuous improvement. A BSN is required, with a master’s preferred, and active Ohio RN licensure.