Inpatient Nurse Manager

**Overview:** We are actively seeking a skilled and experienced **Inpatient Nurse Manager** for placement at a leading healthcare facility in Oklahoma. This leadership role is ideal for a licensed RN with a strong background in clinical operations and supervisory experience in an inpatient care setting. **Position Summary:** The Inpatient Nurse Manager is responsible for the overall coordination and leadership of nursing services across designated inpatient units, ensuring clinical excellence, regulatory compliance, and high-quality patient care. The selected candidate will provide direct supervision to nursing supervisors and play a key role in departmental operations, training, staffing, and performance improvement. **Key Responsibilities:** - Provide operational oversight and clinical leadership to inpatient nursing departments, including Emergency, Urgent Care, ICU, Surgical Services, and Medical-Surgical units. - Collaborate with senior nursing leadership and medical directors to align nursing services with strategic healthcare objectives. - Manage staff performance, support professional development, and oversee training and continuing education efforts. - Maintain compliance with accrediting agencies and ensure adherence to policies related to infection control, safety, and patient rights. - Facilitate interdisciplinary collaboration to promote patient-centered care and operational efficiency. - Oversee department budgets, resource utilization, and scheduling across assigned units. - Participate in and report on quality improvement initiatives. - Maintain on-call availability or designate appropriate coverage on a 24/7 basis. **Supervisory Scope:** - Directly supervises 23 nursing supervisors and indirectly manages a nursing team of 2575 professionals. - Responsible for hiring, training, coaching, performance reviews, and disciplinary action in alignment with organizational policies. **Qualifications:** - **Education:** Bachelors Degree in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited 4-year institution (required). - **Experience:** Minimum 4 years of clinical nursing experience, with at least 35 years in a supervisory or leadership capacity. - **Licensure/Certifications:** - Current RN license in the state of Oklahoma or valid multi-state compact license. - Basic Life Support (BLS) required. - Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required or must be obtained within 6 months of hire. - Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) may be required based on department assignment. - Other department-specific certifications (e.g., NRP, NIHSS, TNCC, ENPC) required within specific timelines. **Ideal Candidate Profile:** - Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and inspire nursing teams in a high-acuity environment. - Strong understanding of regulatory compliance, quality standards, and accreditation processes. - Excellent communication and conflict-resolution skills. - Flexible, collaborative, and dedicated to continuous improvement. **Compensation & Benefits:** - Competitive pay commensurate with experience - Full benefits package including: - Medical, dental, and vision insurance - Paid time off (PTO) - Vacation and holiday pay - 401(k) retirement plan - Additional employee wellness and support programs **Additional Requirements:** - Must pass background checks compliant with healthcare and childcare regulations. - Valid drivers license required. **Work Environment:** - Involves standard hospital conditions with potential exposure to airborne particles and moderate noise levels. - Physical demands include frequent walking, standing, and occasional lifting up to 25 lbs. **To Apply:** Interested and qualified candidates should submit their resume directly to **Ciél Healthcare Recruiting Firm** for immediate consideration.