Nursing Manager

Penn State University; University Park (TX); On-site; USD 81,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Competitive benefits package

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Penn State University’s University Health Services seeks a Nursing Manager to lead the RN and LPN teams, oversee budget and quality initiatives, and ensure compliant and safe patient care. The role includes policy development, staffing, and coordination of care across services on campus.

The ideal candidate has a Nursing license in Pennsylvania with extensive supervisory experience and a commitment to HIPAA and FERPA standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing plus 8+ years of relevant experience including 3+ years of supervisory experience
• Registered Nurse – Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing certification required
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. and Penn State does not sponsor employment visas

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead Registered Nurses and LPN staff, and may oversee wage employees
• Mentor nurse team leaders and foster constructive communication among nursing staff
• Evaluate patient care activities via chart reviews, peer reviews, and performance data
• Participate in quality improvement activities within the department
• Create and monitor the nurse schedule to ensure safe daily patient coverage
• Coordinate care and referrals to community specialists and services
• Oversee phone triage and office support staff duties
• Manage budget and capital projects to ensure compliance with university standards
• Develop and implement nursing policies, procedures, and clinical protocols
• Interview and hire nursing staff; oversee training and onboarding of new staff
• Develop, coordinate, implement, and evaluate health services including primary and emergency care
• Maintain collaboration with University nursing units and FERPA/HIPAA adherence

Skills

Nursing leadership

Staff supervision

Budget management

HIPAA compliance

Quality improvement

Policy development

Education

Bachelor's degree and RN license (PA)

Job description

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

POSITION SPECIFICS

University Health Services (UHS) is your comprehensive on-campus healthcare resource. We specialize in outpatient student health including the treatment of medically urgent problems and ongoing health concerns. We provide preventative care, education, and resources to help students live a healthy lifestyle.

UHS is seeking a Nursing Manager to join the team. The Nursing Manager is directly responsible for the leadership and supervision of the registered nurses and indirectly for the licensed practical nurses in the assigned area. This position participates in the development and implementation of policies and procedures to ensure quality nursing care for all patients and is also responsible for HIPAA compliance, credentialing verification, fiscal and budgetary management, and delegation to nursing staff to ensure safe and efficient operations.

• Supervise and provide leadership to the Registered Nurses and LPN nursing staff; may also oversee wage employees
• Mentor the RN nurse team leaders in Clinical Services; encourage and model constructive communication among all nursing staff via regular meetings
• Evaluate patient care activities through multiple modes such as periodic chart review, peer review, and statistical report review, as well as monitoring after-hours advice recommendations for the care of students
• Participate in quality improvement activities within assigned department
• Create and continually monitor the nurse schedule to ensure safe and adequate daily coverage for patient care
• Support, and advocate for the coordination of care and referrals to professional community specialists and service organizations
• Oversee phone triage and office support staff duties
• Oversee budget and capital improvement projects; ensure services conform to university standards and policies
• Provide budgetary guidance and assistance as needed
• Develop, revise, and implement unit policies and procedures and ensure that standards are met; provide leadership for the development and implementation of nursing protocols, standards, and goals
• Interview and hire nursing staff; oversee training for nursing personnel to ensure a smooth transition for new employees as well as current staff and participate in the selection process for new employees
• Develop, coordinate, implement, and evaluate a wide range of health services, including primary patient care, emergency care, health education, and wellness program planning
• Maintain a relationship with the University nursing units to facilitate cooperation and collaboration
• Oversee the administration of policies from the University, federal, local, and state guidelines consistent with FERPA and HIPAA

Minimum Education, Work Experience & Required Certifications

Bachelor's Degree 8+ years of relevant experience, includes 3+ years of supervisory experience Required Certifications: Registered Nurse - Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.

Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Salary & Benefits

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $81,312.00 - $122,016.00.

Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.

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Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

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