Nurse Manager - Corrections Unit

About the role

The Nurse Manager oversees plans, organizes, manages and evaluates patient care operations for a designated area(s) on a 24-hour basis as needed. They plan and develop strategic short, mid-, and long-term goals and processes to enhance and improve unit operations in support of the Medical Center’s mission, vision, and values. The role involves evaluating and identifying achievements and problems in meeting goals, managing and guiding patient care staff, and promoting collaboration with other patient care departments.

The Nurse Manager also develops, administers, and manages unit budget plans, identifies cost-saving initiatives, participates in developing evidence-based standards of practice, and leads improvements in patient care and organizational processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and evaluate patient care operations for a designated area on a 24-hour basis.
• Plan and develop strategic short, mid-, and long-term goals to enhance unit operations.
• Evaluate achievements and address problems in meeting goals.
• Manage, guide, coach, and evaluate the work performance of patient care staff.
• Promote collaboration with other patient care departments.
• Develop, administer, and manage unit budget plans and cost-saving initiatives.
• Participate in developing evidence-based standards of practice.
• Identify and correct factors contributing to problematic outcomes.

Requirements

• Baccalaureate degree in nursing (required). Master’s Degree in Nursing or related field (strongly preferred).
• Current Ohio RN license.
• Minimum of three years of RN clinical experience and two years of management experience in a relevant care setting.
• Current certification in nursing administration or area of clinical expertise, or certification must be achieved within the timeline of eligibility.

Final candidates are subject to a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post-offer process.