Medical / Surgical Nurse Manager

Primary Function and Positional Purpose The Medical/Surgical Nurse Manager is responsible for the clinical and administrative management of the Med/Surg unit. This leader ensures delivery of safe, high-quality, and patient-centered care by supervising staff, coordinating operations, and promoting a culture of excellence and accountability. The Nurse Manager collaborates with physicians, interdisciplinary teams, and hospital leadership to support organizational goals. Positional Essential Functions Provide leadership for daily operations of the Med/Surg/Swing Bed units, including direct patient care oversight, staffing, and resource allocation. Job Responsibilities Ensure patient care delivery is consistent with evidence-based practices, regulatory standards, and hospital policies Lead a multidisciplinary approach across the continuum of care to promote coordinated, patient-centered services Provide direct supervision, coaching, and performance evaluations for nursing staff and support personnel Promote staff development through orientation, ongoing education, competency validation, and supportive mentorship Serve as a resource for staff, supporting clinical growth, decision-making, and performance improvement. Coordinate interdisciplinary rounding and patient care planning to ensure collaborative care delivery Act as a liaison for the Med/Surg unit, facilitating communication and collaboration between staff, physicians, families, and ancillary departments Ensure appropriate staffing levels on all shifts by leading effective and proactive scheduling, including biweekly payroll submission and staff time oversight Participate in recruitment, hiring, and retention strategies to support a stable, engaged, and high-performing team Responsible for the development, implementation, and maintenance of nursing policies and procedures aligned with current standards Monitor and manage unit performance metrics, including: HCAHPS scores Infection prevention Readmission rates Swing bed utilization Clinical quality outcomes Fall prevention Maintain regulatory readiness and ensure documentation compliance for all patient care activities Lead and facilitate unit-based and hospital-wide quality improvement initiatives Facilitate and participate in committees, task forces, and departmental workgroups, driving strategic goals and operational improvements Maintain a departmental dashboard, providing timely updates on key performance indicators, outcome trends, and progress toward unit and organizational goals Collaborate with finance and materials management to develop and administer the unit budget, manage supplies and equipment, and ensure cost-effective, efficient operations Create and implement plans of correction in response to budget variances or performance deficits Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent is required Graduate of an accredited nursing school BSN or willingness to obtain within 2 years of hire Current licensure to practice nursing in the State of Iowa BLS Certification ACLS Certification PALS Certification NRP Certification TNCC Certification Experience Minimum of 3 years of acute care nursing experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role Skills/Abilities Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Proficiency in EMR systems and basic data analysis Knowledge of healthcare regulations and quality standards The mission of Van Buren County Hospital is to provide patients and staff with a superior experience by working as one to deliver compassionate and personalized healthcare close to home. If you speak another language, assistance services, free of charge, are available to you. Call View phone number on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Van Buren County Hospital