Nursing Director - Acute Rehab Unit

The General Hospital Corporation; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 147,000 - 214,000; Full time

Job summary

Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation in Cambridge, MA, part of Mass General Brigham, seeks a Nursing Manager to lead nursing services and operations at the Cambridge location. You will oversee patient care delivery, ensure regulatory compliance, and manage staff performance in a dynamic rehabilitation setting.

Ideal candidates bring 3–5 years of nursing management experience, a master's degree in nursing, and strong leadership abilities to support high-quality patient care and

Qualifications

• Requires Master's Degree Nursing or Bachelor's Degree Nursing with Master's Degree in a related field.
• 3–5 years of nursing management experience in rehabilitation settings.
• Proficient in regulatory compliance and budget management.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and supervise staff based on mutually agreed-upon goals in job descriptions.
• Implement strategies to enhance retention and reduce turnover.
• Promote a safe and positive working environment.
• Ensure RN supervisors/clinical care managers are aware of updated policies and procedures.
• Prepare departmental budget and operate the department within budgetary guidelines.
• Assign patients for day-to-day management to nursing coordinators and/or Nursing Supervisors/Managers.

Skills

Nursing management

Rehabilitation nursing

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Master's Degree Nursing

Bachelor's Degree Nursing

Master's Degree in Related Field

Job description

Site: The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Discover Your Next Opportunity at Spaulding Rehabilitation!!

Located in beautiful downtown Cambridge, just steps from historic Harvard University, Spaulding Rehabilitation is a proud member of Mass General Brigham and a teaching hospital of Harvard Medical School. Internationally renowned for exceptional patient care, groundbreaking research, and innovative education, Spaulding is home to one of the world's largest physical medicine and rehabilitation research centers.

As a specialty rehabilitation hospital, Spaulding provides expert care for patients with complex medical and rehabilitation needs, including:

Brain Injury, Cardiac, Ventilation, Complex Medical and Acute Rehab.

Join a nationally recognized team where advanced clinical care, innovation, education, and compassionate patient care come together.

Summary:

Responsible and accountable for the planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating nursing services of the nursing location. Also responsible for the management of all operational services for their location of responsibility. Working within federal, state, and regional regulations, we strive to meet the needs of our patients.

Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

Essential Functions:

• Evaluate and supervise staff based on mutually agreed-upon goals in job descriptions.
• Implements strategies to enhance retention and reduce turnover.
• Promotes a safe and positive working environment.
• Ensure that the RN supervisors/clinical care managers are aware of any updated policies and procedures.
• Prepares departmental budget and operates department within budgetary guidelines.
• Assign patients for day-to-day management to nursing coordinators and/or Nursing Supervisors/Managers.

Qualifications

Education

Master's Degree Nursing required or Bachelor's Degree Nursing required and Master's Degree Related Field of Study required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

No

Licenses and Credentials

• Registered Nurse [RN - State License] - Generic - HR Only required
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support [ACLS (AHA)] - American Heart Association (AHA) preferred
• Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred

Experience

Nursing management 3-5 years required. Leadership in Rehabilitation nursing, required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proficient organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Must have excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient commitment to clinical excellence.
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
• Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
• Knowledge of Regulatory Agency Regulations.

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

1575 Cambridge Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$147,097.60 - $213,959.20/Annual

Grade

9

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.