RN Patient Care Manager Surgery Services Orthopedics

Allina Health; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental

PTO/Time Away

Retirement Savings Plans

Job summary

Allina Health in Minneapolis seeks an RN Patient Care Manager for Surgery Services/Orthopedics to lead OR operations, collaborate with physicians and staff, and ensure high-quality patient care. The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, staffing leadership, and operational excellence.

Ideal candidates hold a BSN, 3–7 years of clinical nursing experience, and may have a Master's; BLS certification and MN/WI RN licensure are required or expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing required.
• Current RN license in MN or WI.
• 3–7 years of clinical nursing experience.
• Leadership experience preferred and strongly valued.

Responsibilities

• Lead OR operations across Orthopedics, Podiatry, ENT, GYN, Ophthalmology and DSC.
• Provide clinical and administrative leadership and ensure safe, efficient patient care.
• Develop and implement policies, ensure regulatory compliance and safety.
• Recruit, coach and evaluate staff; manage budgets and resources.

Skills

Leadership

Nursing leadership

Clinical practice

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Master's degree

Job description

## RN Patient Care Manager Surgery Services OrthopedicsApply: Abbott Northwestern Hospital: Full time: Posted Today: R-0075397**Location Address:**2800 10th AveReceiving DockMinneapolis, MN 55407-1311**Date Posted:**October 14, 2026**Department:**31005820 Surgery Services Orthopedics**Shift:**Day (United States of America)**Shift Length:**8 hour shift**Hours Per Week:**40**Union Contract:**Non-Union-NCT**Weekend Rotation:**Other**Job Summary:**Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.**Key Position Details:*** 1.0 FTE (80 hours per two-week pay period)* 8-hour day shift* On-call required* Responsible for Operating Room operations, including Orthopedics, Podiatry, ENT, GYN, Ophthalmology, and DSC**Job Description:**Manages one or more defined areas of patient care services using available resources to ensure the delivery of efficient, safe, and compassionate patient care based on current standards of practice. Provides leadership to, and is accountable for, nursing practice in all areas of responsibility. Fosters a culture of accountability, excellence and staff participation/engagement supported by processes that provide timely information regarding performance and department-specific activities and accomplishments. Coordinates activities between defined areas and provides clinical and administrative leadership and expertise and serves as a link between nursing personnel and the other healthcare disciplines and staff throughout the organization. This position has a major responsibility for the implementation of the organization's mission, vision, values, code of conduct, evidence-based practice, and nursing practice within their defined areas of responsibility and must create a learning environment that is open and respectful, and promotes the sharing of expertise to promote the benefits of health outcomes. **Principle Responsibilities*** Strategic Management. + Develops and oversees department/program to ensure alignment to organizational mission, vision, values, strategic goals, and business strategies. + Leads, develops, and implements in collaboration with physician leadership and other medical staff, administration and other health care providers, short and long range plans/programs which enhance department services. + Manages and appropriately modifies tactics; can comfortably handle risk and uncertainty. Achieves desired outcomes.* Clinical Practice Knowledge. + Assumes responsibility for evidence-based practice in designated practice areas. Defines, interprets, monitors and maintains standards of practice. + Develops and implements policies and procedures that guide and support the provision of service. + Participates in evaluation, selection and integration of health care technology and information management systems that support quality of care/financial needs and the efficient use of resources.* Performance Improvement – Safety, Risk and Regulatory. + Utilizes process improvement principles to assess and improve the quality of the service/care provided within the department. + Designs work processes and directs work performance to be compliant with all regulatory and accreditation requirements. + Ensures a culture and environment of safety for patients, staff and visitors. + Maintains competency in all organizational, departmental, and outside agency safety standards relevant to job performance for department and ensures compliance of department and staff.* Leadership of Nursing Staff. + Leads recruitment and hiring for positions. + Onboards, orients, and provides ongoing coaching, mentoring and support to staff. + Provides leadership, management, oversight and work direction. Establishes clear expectations and deliverables. + Conducts annual evaluations and necessary corrective action for assigned staff. + Determines workload balance and distributes volume of work among staff. + Understands and manages labor relationships. + Acts as a customer advocate by demonstrating sensitivity to ethical and legal ramifications of practice.* Financial Management. + Develops, implements, monitors and maintains a realistic, cost-effective annual budget and manages productivity within the department. + Manages and identifies strategies to ensure efficient use of staff, supplies, and capital equipment. + Ensures strategies in planning for resource management, operational, and capital budgets.* Other duties as assigned. **Required Qualifications*** Bachelor's degree in nursing* 3 to 7 years of clinical experience **Preferred Qualifications** * Master's degree* 2 to 5 years of leadership experience **Licenses/Certifications*** Licensed Registered Nurse - MN Board of Nursing required if working in Minnesota* Licensed Registered Nurse - WI Dept of Safety & Professional Services required if working in Wisconsin* Must meet at least ONE of the requirements below ◦ Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association ◦ Current BLS certification from the American Red Cross ◦ Allina in-house BLS training (within 30 days)* American Nurse Credentialing Center Certification preferred **Physical Demands*** Medium Work\\*:* Lifting weight up to 32 lbs. occasionally (\\*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), up to 25 lbs. frequently **Pay Range**### Pay Range: $58.75 to $81.29 per hour### The pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience and education. Additional incentives may be available, including discretionary monetary bonuses, goal-based bonuses, and other financial incentives.Allina Health is committed to adhering with all applicable local, state and federal minimum wage requirements.### **Benefit Summary** Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members. Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey. We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace so everyone can see themselves as part of our care team. Our care teams are as diverse as the communities we serve and proud to be contributing to the mission of a leading health care organization. Our pioneering approach to well-being helps every member of our care team feel a deep sense of connection and joy in their work. Benefits include:* Medical/Dental* PTO/Time Away* Retirement Savings Plans* Life Insurance* Short-term/Long-term Disability* Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)* Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable* Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program* Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer