Medical-Surgical Nurse Manager - Manchester, NH

Manchester, New Hampshire, United States

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.

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Med/Surg Manager in Manchester, NH at Level III Trauma Center. Competitive pay, no weekends, sign-on bonus, and leadership growth in New England.