Position Overview:

 The Nurse Manager plays a critical leadership role in overseeing the daily operations of the nursing team. This position is responsible for managing people, processes, and resources to ensure high-quality care, efficient workflows, and alignment with organizational goals. The Nurse Manager promotes a collaborative, accountable, and solutions-focused culture, while supporting the professional growth and well-being of staff. 

Reports to: Director of Nursing

Positions reporting to this position: None

Department: Nursing Department

FLSA Status: Exempt

Location: Remote

 

Education / Licensing Requirements:

LVN License Required

 

Experience Requirements:

• 3 - 5 years nursing and management experience.

• 1 year minimum of remote management experience is required.

Key Responsibilities:

Daily Oversight & Operational Management

• Oversee daily team operations, assigning tasks, establishing priorities, and monitoring progress to ensure timely and accurate completion of responsibilities, while maintaining employee accountability
• Establish and assign daily tasks and responsibilities to team members.
• Monitor workflow and progress to ensure timely and accurate task completion.
• Review and analyze performance metrics to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for improvement.
• Ensure proper documentation of workflows, processes, and decisions to support transparency and consistency.
• Forecast future needs in staffing, technology, and budgeting to maintain operational readiness.

Team Leadership & Culture Building

• Set clear expectations, goals, and responsibilities for individual employee performance.

• Set clear team objectives and expectations that align with organizational goals and values.
• Manage and resolve team conflicts professionally while fostering a healthy, respectful, and inclusive team culture.
• Promote innovation, adaptability, and continuous learning by encouraging new ideas and feedback.

Performance Management & Development

• Provide ongoing feedback and support to team members to ensure accountability and alignment with departmental standards.
• Conduct regular 1:1 meetings with employees, team huddles, and performance reviews to guide individual development and support team goals.
• Coach, mentor, and train staff to promote professional growth and prepare team members for future roles.

Staff Development & Engagement

• Foster a positive and motivating work environment that encourages professional growth.
• Support staff through individualized coaching, mentoring, and training initiatives.
• Identify development opportunities and support continuing education and skills enhancement.

Hiring & Onboarding

• Lead the recruitment, interviewing, and selection process for new team members.
• Oversee onboarding and orientation to ensure a smooth transition and successful integration into the team.
• Partner with training personnel to ensure new hires receive all required education and role-specific preparation.

Strategic Planning & Resource Management

• Lead resource planning efforts, including workforce scheduling, budgeting, and equipment allocation.
• Identify and mitigate risks to team operations or project success.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives and best practices to enhance team performance and service delivery.

Communication & Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as a liaison between the nursing team and upper management, facilitating two-way communication to ensure clarity and alignment.
• Report progress, roadblocks, and key outcomes to leadership and other stakeholders in a timely and constructive manner.
• Facilitate team meetings and project retrospectives to encourage reflection, knowledge sharing, and improvement.

Compliance & Standards

• Ensure team adherence to all company policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.
• Monitor operational compliance and take corrective action when necessary to maintain high standards of care and safety.