Strategic Healthcare Operations Manager

Northwestern Medicine; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine seeks a Manager, Operations to lead day-to-day hospital operations, ensuring efficient workflows, staffing, and budget adherence. You will guide a team, develop annual budgets, and ensure compliance with Joint Commission and regulatory standards.

The role requires a nursing background with advanced degree, plus several years of supervisory experience and strong communication skills. This position is based in Chicago, IL, with typical healthcare hours.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in nursing required; master's in nursing or MSN required or pursuing within 1 year of completion.
• Three years of nursing or health care experience with increasing responsibilities.
• BLS certification.
• Current RN license in Illinois.
• Magnet recognition certification for specialty area.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of designated departments, ensuring staffing, workflows, and budget adherence.
• Provide supervision and coaching to team members to maintain competencies and address issues.
• Set department goals and communicate progress, risks, and decisions to leadership.
• Ensure compliance with Joint Commission standards and federal/state regulations; update policies as needed.
• Manage patient-care coordination, addressing age-specific needs and coordinating resources.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Data analysis

Change management

Communication

EMR

Education

Bachelor's in Nursing

Master's in Nursing or MSN

Tools

Microsoft Office

EMR

Job description

Northwestern Medicine seeks a Manager, Operations to lead day-to-day hospital operations, ensuring efficient workflows, staffing, and budget adherence. You will guide a team, develop annual budgets, and ensure compliance with Joint Commission and regulatory standards.

The role requires a nursing background with advanced degree, plus several years of supervisory experience and strong communication skills. This position is based in Chicago, IL, with typical healthcare hours.