Nurse Manager (RN) - Orange Dialysis Clinic

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Culpeper (VA); On-site; USD 111,000 - 148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance may be available

Job summary

UVA Health in Charlottesville seeks a Nurse Manager for the Orange Dialysis Clinic to lead a dedicated dialysis team, delivering high-quality renal care and guiding staff through complex patient needs.

You will partner with physicians and a multidisciplinary team to optimize outcomes, oversee staffing, and drive continuous improvement in a culture of accountability and compassionate service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing from accredited nursing program.
• Master's degree in related field required within 5 years of hire.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and support nursing and clinical staff across daily clinic operations.
• Foster a culture focused on patient-centered, evidence-based care and exceptional service.
• Partner with physicians, nephrologists, advanced practice providers, and interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
• Support staffing, scheduling, workflow management, and operational performance.
• Monitor quality, patient safety, regulatory compliance, and departmental metrics.
• Identify opportunities to improve patient experience, clinical processes, and operational efficiency.
• Coach and develop team members while promoting professional growth and clinical excellence.
• Serve as a resource and advocate for patients, families, and staff navigating complex care needs.

Skills

Leadership

Staff development

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Quality and compliance

Education

BSN

Master's degree in related field

Job description

Patients receiving dialysis depend on a care team they can trust every day. As Nurse Manager of the Orange Dialysis Clinic, you will lead a specialized team dedicated to delivering life-sustaining care while helping patients navigate the challenges of chronic kidney disease with compassion, expertise, and consistency.

This leadership role offers the opportunity to influence clinical quality, operational excellence, and team development within a highly specialized area of healthcare. You'll partner with interdisciplinary professionals while creating an environment where patients receive exceptional care and team members are supported in reaching their full potential.

The Role

As Nurse Manager, you will provide clinical and operational leadership for the Orange Dialysis Clinic, ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care while supporting a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. This position blends hands‑on nursing leadership with strategic oversight, making it ideal for a leader who enjoys developing teams while driving meaningful outcomes for patients with complex renal conditions.

• Lead, mentor, and support nursing and clinical staff across daily clinic operations.
• Foster a culture focused on patient-centered, evidence-based care and exceptional service.
• Partner with physicians, nephrologists, advanced practice providers, and interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
• Support staffing, scheduling, workflow management, and operational performance.
• Monitor quality, patient safety, regulatory compliance, and departmental metrics.
• Identify opportunities to improve patient experience, clinical processes, and operational efficiency.
• Coach and develop team members while promoting professional growth and clinical excellence.
• Serve as a resource and advocate for patients, families, and staff navigating complex care needs.

Your leadership will directly influence the patient experience while helping ensure the clinic continues to provide the highest standards of renal care.

Why UVA Health

UVA Health is one of the nation's leading academic health systems, bringing together world‑class clinical care, innovation, research, and education. For nurse leaders, this means the opportunity to contribute to meaningful advancements in patient care while working alongside highly skilled professionals committed to excellence.

Dialysis services across UVA Health reflect the expertise of one of the largest academic dialysis programs in the country. Patients benefit from comprehensive kidney care delivered by multidisciplinary teams that include nephrologists, nurses, patient care technicians, certified dietitians, and social workers. This collaborative approach helps ensure patients receive coordinated, individualized care throughout their treatment journey.

What makes this opportunity especially compelling:

• Lead within a highly specialized dialysis environment where continuity of care and patient relationships are deeply valued.
• Be part of a nationally recognized academic health system known for innovation and clinical excellence.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary kidney care experts dedicated to improving patient outcomes.
• Influence both day‑to‑day operations and long‑term strategic initiatives within an essential clinical service line.
• Access professional development opportunities that support leadership growth and career advancement.
• Work in a culture where nursing leadership is respected, empowered, and integral to organizational success.
• Contribute to a mission‑driven organization committed to improving the health of patients and communities across Virginia.
• Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a nurse leader seeking to combine operational leadership, clinical excellence, and meaningful patient impact within a respected healthcare organization.

Why People Love Living in Charlottesville

Charlottesville offers an outstanding quality of life with the perfect blend of professional opportunity and personal fulfillment. Surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains, the area provides easy access to hiking, cycling, wineries, and countless outdoor activities. Residents enjoy a vibrant culinary scene, rich arts and cultural experiences, excellent schools, and a welcoming community atmosphere. Home to the University of Virginia, Charlottesville combines the energy of a nationally recognized academic center with the charm of a smaller city, creating an ideal environment for healthcare professionals and their families to build rewarding careers and fulfilling lives.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing from accredited nursing program, Master's degree in related field within 5 years of hire.

Experience: At least 3 years of progressively more responsible experience as a registered nurse in a patient care environment required.

For Dialysis Nurse Manager: As required by job be a full‑time employee of the facility; have at least 12 months of experience in clinical nursing, and an additional 6 months of experience in providing nursing care to patients on maintenance dialysis.

Licensure: License to Practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia required. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required. Valid Virginia Driver’s license required for managers with responsibility operations in multiple locations. Must have applicable specialty certification at hire or within 3 years .

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.

The pay range for this role is $110,697.60 - $147,680.00 annually. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.

Job Profile

J1619 - Nurse Manager

Career Stream and Level

Management-M2

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment .