RN Nurse Manager | Clinical Leadership

Pay: $90,000.00 - $ per year

Job Description: RN Nurse Manager | Clinical Leadership | FQHC | Joint Commission
New Bedford, MA | $90,000-$115,000/year | Full-Time Management
Schedule: Monday-Friday | No Nights, No Weekends

Lead clinical operations as RN Nurse Manager for an amazing non-profit clinic that has been serving the community for over 40 years! Manage day-to-day nursing operations, supervise multidisciplinary staff, ensure Joint Commission compliance, and collaborate with Chief Nursing Officer and Medical Directors to deliver exceptional patient-centered care.

• RN License (Massachusetts - active/current).
• BSN strongly preferred (ASN considered).
• CPR/BLS Certification required.
• Graduate of accredited nursing school.

• 3+ years supervisory or nurse manager experience required.
• Team lead or charge nurse background acceptable.
• FQHC or community health experience preferred.
• Joint Commission knowledge valued.

• Electronic health records required (eClinical
  
  Works a plus).
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Budget management and cost control.
• Strong leadership and staff development.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving.

• Supervise RNs, LPNs, Medical Assistants, Unit Secretaries, Patient Registration.
• Coordinate and evaluate department operations and activities.
• Ensure highest quality patient care and clinical excellence.
• Perform RN duties as department needs dictate.

• Implement Joint Commission standards and monitor compliance.
• Participate in Joint Commission meetings and on-site reviews.
• Perform chart audits and nursing peer reviews.
• Ensure documentation standards are met.

• Create and maintain staff schedules for optimal coverage.
• Manage budget, supplies, overtime, and expense control.
• Review timesheets, approve payroll and PTO requests.
• Monitor immunizations, stock medications, expiration dates.
• Oversee CPR program (quarterly sessions).

• Conduct performance evaluations and career mentoring.
• Facilitate new hire orientation and onboarding.
• Assess clinical skills through observation and annual training.
• Ensure completion of annual competencies.
• Provide coaching, counseling, and disciplinary action when needed.

• Partner with Chief Nursing Officer and Medical Directors.
• Facilitate two-way communication between staff and leadership.
• Interpret health center policies and procedures.
• Respond to facility acuity and emergency situations.

• Comprehensive patient assessment and care planning.
• Administer immunizations and treatments.
• Perform diagnostics: EKGs, Holter monitors, vision/hearing tests, CLIA testing.
• Patient education and counseling.
• Triage, referrals, and EMR documentation.

• Proven nursing leadership with team development experience.
• Positive attitude and leads by example.
• Resourceful problem-solver with tactful communication.
• Patient-centered focus aligned with FQHC mission.
• Builds trust through integrity and follow-through.
• Comfortable with ambiguity - admits when needs help.
• Budget-conscious with expense control mindset.

• Monday-Friday only (no nights/weekends/holidays).
• 23 PTO days + 12 paid holidays.
• Weather closure policy.

• Low-deductible medical insurance.
• No-cost life insurance & short-term disability.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Competitive management salary.

Full-time

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

In person