Nurse Manager (RN) - Ortho/Spine/Bariatrics

Sentara Health Plans; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Tuition Assistance

401k/403B with Employer Match

Paid Time Off and Sick Leave

Job summary

Sentara Health Plans in Suffolk, VA is seeking a Clinical Nurse Manager for the Ortho/Spine/Bariatrics Unit. In this role, you will oversee daily operations, manage a team of nurses and technicians, and ensure high standards of patient care. A Bachelor's degree in Nursing and leadership experience are required. The position offers a fast-paced environment with opportunities for development. Benefits include medical plans, tuition assistance, and a management incentive program.

Qualifications

• 1 year of previous management experience OR 2 years' experience in a support leadership RN position.
• 3 years of nursing experience required; 5+ years preferred.
• Registered nursing License required; nationally recognized certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and staff management in clinical areas.
• Ensure excellent patient safety and quality outcomes.
• Assist in budget development and staff retention.

Skills

Leadership

Patient Care Management

Communication

Staff Development

Quality Outcomes

Education

Bachelor of Science Nursing - BSN

Master of Science Nursing - MSN

Job description

**City/State**Suffolk, VA**Work Shift**First (Days)**Overview:**The **RN Clinical Manager for Ortho/Spine/Bariatrics** can expect 45 direct reports including RN's, Unit Coordinators, Patient Care Technicians, LPN's, and administrative staff. Hours are primarily 8 hour days with 24/7 accountability. Some flexibility to meet with evening, weekend, and night shift staff is expected.**The Clinical Nurse Manager** has overall accountability for the daily operations of one or more clinical areas. Supervises patient care services staff, ensures excellent patient safety and quality outcomes as well as extraordinary patient/family experience. Responsible for interviewing, hiring, developing and retaining staff with the goal of developing a highly reliable team. Demonstrates effective communication and interpersonal skills to achieve unit and corporate goals. Assists in the development and monitoring of unit budget, coordinates purchasing and payroll processes and serves as a clinical resource to team members.**About the Unit****1 East Surgery Unit** is a 24-bed unit specializing in orthopedics, spine, and bariatrics, designed to provide high-quality, short-stay care. The team also sees high acuity surgical patients from Endoscopy, General surgery and GI. Average patient stay is 1 to 2 days. The RN staff can expect a 1:5 or 1:6 ratio and can expect an average of 6 to 8 patient discharges per shift. It is a well-staffed, fast-paced environment that values ongoing staff development through a comprehensive orientation program, where managers and educators meet biweekly to refine learning strategies and enhance clinical skills. This makes 1 East Surgery an excellent environment for both experienced Registered Nurses and new graduates eager to build their expertise. The team is supported by Patient Care Technicians (PCTs) who assist with ambulation, labs, and other patient care tasks, ensuring seamless patient support. The presence of dedicated Unit Coordinators and experienced preceptors fosters a nurturing learning environment, making it an ideal place for skill development, professional growth, and long-term career advancement for those committed to excellence in surgical and orthopedic patient care. Our surgeons and team are nationally recognized for excellence through the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (). To achieve this, we voluntarily undergo in-depth independent peer evaluations. MBSAQIP accreditation promotes uniform standards and continuous quality improvement.* Onsite childcare for team members providing a safe, nurturing environment* Free parking and shuttle service* Opportunities for advancement within Sentara Health* Management Incentive Program (MIP)**Education*** Bachelor of Science Nursing- BSN (Required)* MSN (Preferred)**Certification/Licensure*** Registered nursing License (Required)* Nationally recognized certification (Preferred)* *CNL (Clinical Nurse Leader) or CMNL (Nurse Manager and Leader) preferred** *CMSRN-Certified Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse Preferred.***Experience*** 1 year of previous management experience OR 2 years' experience in a support leadership RN position, (Required)* 3 years of nursing experience (Required)* 5+ years of nursing experience preferred* Medical Surgical or Oncology background preferred* Staff development and retention* Quality outcomes and patient experienceKeywords: medsurg, Ortho, Ortho spine, Bariatrics, medical surgical, registered nurse, RN, Registered Nurse, nursing leadership.**Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career****•** Medical, Dental, Vision plans• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave• Emergency Backup Care• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans• Life Insurance• 401k/403B with Employer Match• Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education• Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000• Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development• Pet Insurance• Legal Resources Plan• Colleagues may have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met**Sentara Obici Hospital**, a 175-bed state-of-the-art facility, is located on Godwin Boulevard in Suffolk, VA. Our full-service hospital continues a legacy of providing residents of Western Tidewater with high-quality, patient-centered care. As a recognized accredited Primary Stroke Center, and Magnet hospital for nursing excellence, the hospital specializes in orthopedic and spine, heart and vascular, advanced imaging, gynecological and comprehensive breast services, behavioral health, maternity, weight loss surgery, and a heartburn treatment center.**Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer** and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment.**For positions that are available as remote work,** **Sentara Health employs associates in the following states:**Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.**Sentara Obici Hospital** is hiring a **Clinical Nurse Manager** for our **Ortho Spine Bariatrics Unit** in Suffolk, VA!