Medical-Surgical Nurse Manager - Manchester, NH

Medical-Surgical Nurse Manager - Manchester, NH Manchester, New Hampshire, United States About the job Medical-Surgical Nurse Manager - Manchester, NH Medical-Surgical Nurse Manager - Manchester, NH Overview Lead daily operations of a 29-bed medical-surgical unit at a 330-bed acute care hospital and Level III Trauma Center in Manchester, New Hampshire, serving southern New Hampshire and northern Massachusetts. This RN Manager role provides hands-on leadership in a facility recognized for advanced cardiac care through a nationally recognized heart and vascular institute and innovative women's services with a pioneering couplet-care birthing center. The position reports to the Director and focuses on patient satisfaction, quality outcomes, staff development, and fiscal responsibility. Manchester offers New England charm, four-season recreation, excellent schools, no state income tax, and proximity to Boston, mountains, and coastline. Responsibilities Oversee daily operations of medical-surgical unit including scheduling, patient rounding, and ensuring optimal patient satisfaction and care experience. Maintain expert clinical knowledge and serve as resource for staff regarding medical-surgical and telemetry nursing practices. Work collaboratively with Director to guide department growth, patient satisfaction, physician relations, and fiscal responsibility. Supervise and direct delivery of patient care and care-related services in accordance with administrative policies, hospital vision, mission, and strategies. Interview, hire, and onboard qualified personnel to build high-performing medical-surgical teams. Assess and evaluate employee work performance, implement learning and performance improvement plans, and complete annual staff evaluations. Counsel staff and implement disciplinary processes when indicated, including performance improvement plans and termination decisions. Assist with competency development, skills validation, and continuing education for nursing staff. Provide leadership in compliance with Joint Commission, CMS, national nursing standards, and specialty nursing standards. Assist with patient flow coordination to ensure efficient throughput and bed management across the unit. Evaluate patient outcomes and implement evidence-based practices to improve clinical results and quality metrics. Assist Director with unit budget development, monitoring, and variance analysis. Maintain quality audits, monitor daily core measures, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Monitor and maintain supply management to ensure cost-effective resource utilization. Collaborate with staff, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams to create a system of safe, quality healthcare delivery. Qualifications Required: Current New Hampshire RN license in good standing or active multi-state compact license Minimum 1-3 years of related acute care experience in medical-surgical or telemetry nursing Strong clinical expertise in medical-surgical patient populations Demonstrated leadership, communication, and organizational skills Ability to work Monday-Friday days with no weekend requirements Preferred: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from accredited program Previous charge nurse or leadership experience in acute care settings Experience with Level III Trauma Center operations Strong budget management and financial acumen Hourly Pay: $47.30-$65.20 based on years of experience Sign-On Bonus: Available on a case-by-case basis Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with employer match Paid time off, paid holidays, no weekends Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support Professional development and leadership training Employee wellness programs and recognition initiatives Ideal For Experienced medical-surgical nurses ready to step into or advance their management career at a Level III Trauma Center. Perfect for clinical leaders who value work-life balance (no weekends), excel at team development, and want to make a meaningful impact on patient care in New England. #MedSurgManager #NurseManager #NewHampshireNursingJobs #ManchesterRNJobs #MedicalSurgicalNurse #NurseLeader #AcuteCareRN #HealthcareLeadership #TraumaCenterJobs #NewHampshireHealthcare #NursingManagement #MedSurgLeadership Med/Surg Manager in Manchester, NH at Level III Trauma Center. Competitive pay, no weekends, sign-on bonus, and leadership growth in New England. #J-18808-Ljbffr