Nurse Operations Leader

Northwestern Medicine

Palos Heights (IL)

On-site

USD 81,000 - 106,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

$10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year
$10,000 Student Loan Repayment
$1,000 Professional Development per ye
$250 Wellbeing Fund per year
Matching 401(k)
Excellent medical, dental and vision
Life insurance
Annual Employee Salary Increase and In

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine seeks a Manager, Operations to lead day-to-day operations of designated departments and staffing, while ensuring clinical quality and patient satisfaction. The role requires nursing leadership, budget oversight, and strong collaboration with healthcare teams.

The position emphasizes compliance with Joint Commission standards, data-driven decision making, and the ability to mentor staff in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in nursing and Master's in nursing required or actively enrolled in Master's program.
  • Three years of nursing or health care experience, with increasing responsibilities.
  • BLS certification and current clinical license in the state of practice.

Responsibilities

  • Manage day-to-day operations of designated departments, including staffing and budgeting.
  • Provide guidance and supervision to team members; conduct reviews and coaching.
  • Ensure compliance with Joint Commission and federal/state regulations; revise policies as needed.
  • Budget planning and monitoring; improve quality and reduce variation in processes.

Skills

Leadership
Communication
Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing
Master's degree in nursing

Job description

Northwestern Medicine seeks a Manager, Operations to lead day-to-day operations of designated departments and staffing, while ensuring clinical quality and patient satisfaction. The role requires nursing leadership, budget oversight, and strong collaboration with healthcare teams.

The position emphasizes compliance with Joint Commission standards, data-driven decision making, and the ability to mentor staff in a fast-paced hospital environment.

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