Nursing Manager of Swing Bed Unit

UTHealth Quitman Hospital; Quitman (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Health benefits

Wellness resources

Job summary

UT Health Quitman Hospital in Quitman, TX, seeks a Swing Bed Unit Nursing Manager for day shift, full-time, in a 25-bed inpatient unit with a 5-6 patient census (peaking to 11-12).

You will lead therapy and support staff, oversee referrals and admissions, and coordinate care with Case Management and the Med/Surg team to ensure high-quality patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved school of nursing and licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Texas.
• 1 to 3 years of clinical experience.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.
• BSN preferred for enhanced leadership and clinical oversight.

Responsibilities

• Oversee referrals, admissions, Activity Program, and staff for Swing Bed patients.
• Collaborate with patients, nursing, therapy, medical staff, admin, and the public.
• Coordinate appropriate admissions with Case Management and Swing Bed team.
• Lead daily operations, care coordination, and regulatory compliance to ensure safe, high-quality swing bed care.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Staff supervision

Care coordination

Regulatory compliance

Education

RN license (Texas)

BSN preferred

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Swing Bed Unit Nursing Manager in Quitman, TX.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.


• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.


• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• UT Health Quitman offers 25 private rooms, a 24-hour Level IV trauma center and Level III stroke center, surgical suites, advanced diagnostics, swing bed care, cardiopulmonary rehab, on-site physician clinics, and a sleep lab.


• Lead a specialized Swing Bed program within a 25-bed inpatient unit, serving short-term skilled nursing and rehabilitation patients with an average census of 5-6 patients (up to 11-12 during peak periods).


• This role provides leadership for approximately 5-6 direct reports, including therapy and support staff, while overseeing daily operations, care coordination, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• The Swing Bed Manager will oversee and manage all referrals, admissions, Activity Program, and staff for patients admitted into Swing Bed Program.


• Collaborates efficiently with patients, nursing personnel, therapy services, medical staff, administration, and the public.


• Works closely with Case Management to coordinate appropriate admissions into program.


• Will be a key stakeholder in the Med/Surg multidisciplinary care team.


• Demonstrates quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice and treats patients, families, staff, and physicians with dignity and respect.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• Graduation from an approved school of nursing and licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Texas


• 1 to 3 years of clinical experience


• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.

Preferred Job Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing


• Inpatient or Skilled Nursing experience