RN - Unit Manager

RN Supervisor

About the role

As a Unit Manager, you will provide leadership and operational oversight for a hospital nursing unit. You will be responsible for the daily management of nursing staff, patient care quality, budget adherence, and compliance with healthcare regulations. This role combines clinical expertise with administrative and leadership skills to create an environment that supports both staff development and optimal patient outcomes.

You will serve as the primary liaison between frontline nursing staff and hospital administration, translating organizational goals into unit-level practices. Your leadership will directly impact staff satisfaction, patient safety metrics, and the overall effectiveness of care delivery on your unit.

What you will do

• Supervise and evaluate nursing staff performance, providing coaching, mentorship, and professional development opportunities
• Manage unit staffing levels, scheduling, and resource allocation to ensure adequate coverage and quality care
• Monitor patient care quality indicators and implement improvement initiatives to meet or exceed standards
• Ensure compliance with Joint Commission standards, hospital policies, and state and federal regulations
• Collaborate with physicians, interdisciplinary teams, and hospital leadership to coordinate patient care and resolve issues
• Oversee unit budget management, including supplies, equipment, and labor costs
• Handle employee relations matters, including hiring, disciplinary actions, and conflict resolution

What you need

• Current Registered Nurse license per state requirements
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required; Master's degree in Nursing or Healthcare Administration preferred
• Minimum three to five years of clinical nursing experience with at least one to two years in a leadership or charge nurse role
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) may be required depending on unit
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, and conflict resolution skills
• Knowledge of healthcare regulations, quality improvement methodologies, and budgeting principles

Where you will work

Unit Managers typically work in acute care hospitals across medical-surgical units, critical care units, emergency departments, or specialty units such as oncology or telemetry. The role requires presence on the unit with regular interaction among staff, patients, and hospital leadership.