Nursing Manager: Lead Care Operations & Team Growth

UofL Health; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

UofL Health seeks a Nursing Manager to provide leadership and strategic oversight for daily operations of the assigned unit(s) and/or departments, ensuring excellence in patient care delivery around the clock. The role emphasizes fiscal stewardship, staff development, and resource optimization to support high-quality, patient-centered care.

With a focus on collaboration and continuous improvement, the manager will guide staffing, performance evaluation, and regulatory compliance while

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in an acute care setting required.
• Prior management experience preferred.
• Active Kentucky RN license or compact license required.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations of the assigned unit(s) to ensure patient-centered care 24/7.
• Foster collaboration across clinical and support staff to maintain high-quality care.
• Design staffing models to align resources with patient acuity and volume.
• oversee recruitment, onboarding, and performance evaluation of nursing staff.
• Manage departmental productivity and participate in budget planning.
• Ensure compliance with licensure, regulatory standards, and safety protocols.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Staff development

Budget management

Quality improvement

Regulatory compliance

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Job description

UofL Health seeks a Nursing Manager to provide leadership and strategic oversight for daily operations of the assigned unit(s) and/or departments, ensuring excellence in patient care delivery around the clock. The role emphasizes fiscal stewardship, staff development, and resource optimization to support high-quality, patient-centered care.

With a focus on collaboration and continuous improvement, the manager will guide staffing, performance evaluation, and regulatory compliance while