Inpatient Nurse Manager

Overview

Central Carolina Hospital is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others.

As the Inpatient Nurse Manager, you will play a key leadership role in ensuring high-quality patient care while supporting staff engagement, operational excellence, and alignment with organizational goals. Join us on this meaningful journey where your clinical expertise and leadership will make a lasting impact on the patients, families, and teams we serve.

• Manages the daily operations of the assigned department to ensure alignment with departmental and organizational objectives.
• Provides leadership and direction for patient care within the assigned scope, ensuring safe, effective, and patient-centered care delivery.
• Assists in developing departmental goals, standards, and objectives that support the organization's strategic plan and vision.
• Manages staff relations including performance management, staff satisfaction, engagement, and conflict resolution.
• Oversees staffing activities including scheduling, recruitment, onboarding, staff development, payroll coordination, and student engagement.
• Monitors departmental budgets, regulatory compliance, contracts, and vendor relationships.
• Determines, justifies, and oversees the procurement and utilization of systems, equipment, and supplies; ensures proper maintenance and inventory levels.
• Assesses the quality of patient care delivered and coordinates care services with patients, nursing staff, physicians, and interdisciplinary departments.
• Provides direct patient care as needed to support unit operations.
• Creates and fosters an environment that supports professional growth, accountability, and team collaboration.
• Integrates evidence-based practices into clinical protocols and daily operations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Comprehensive Benefits:
  Multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage-with medical plans starting at just $10 per pay period-plus tailored options for part-time and PRN staff.
• Financial Protection & PTO:
  Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave, and generous paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth:
  Tuition assistance for higher education and certifications, loan assistance, and a 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Employee Well-being:
  Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs, including free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and employee discount programs.
• Professional Development:
  Leadership development resources and ongoing career advancement opportunities.

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing required, or current enrollment in a bachelor's nursing program.
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license required (North Carolina or compact state).
• Certifications:
  
  Current American Heart Association BLS certification required.

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in Medical Surgical nursing.
• Minimum of two (2) years of supervisory or leadership experience required.

• Strong critical thinking skills with decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to function effectively in a fast-paced, high-stress healthcare environment and take appropriate action.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management skills with a focus on staff engagement and performance.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Ability to manage operational, clinical, and administrative responsibilities simultaneously.
• Working knowledge of budgeting, regulatory compliance, and healthcare operations.

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 20 lbs as required.
• Repetitive motion required for computer use; must possess required vision abilities.
• Works in a hospital environment with potential exposure to healthcare-related hazards.

Central Carolina Hospital is a 137-bed acute care hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the Lee County community for over 115 years. We are proud to be recognized by The Joint Commission as a Primary Stroke Center and by the American College of Cardiology as a Chest Pain Center. We have also earned Heart Failure Accreditation from the American College of Cardiology.

In 2024, we received the American Heart Association's Get With The Guidelines Stroke Rural Recognition Silver Award.

Central Carolina Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Central Carolina Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

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