Job Description

Primary Scheduled Hours:Full Time, 80 hours per pay period, salaried.

The Nurse Manager, under the general direction of the Director of Nursing, plays a vital leadership role overseeing Surgery, Labor & Delivery, and Outpatient Services. This position is responsible for managing daily operations, supervising nursing and support staff, and ensuring high-quality, continuous care across a 2 delivery room L&D department, 1 surgical and 1 procedural room in our surgery department that includes Orthopedic, General surgery, Gynecology, Colonoscopy and Podiatry Services. This position is also responsible for our Outpatient Service that included but not limited to IV Infusions, Wound Care, PICC or Port Care, etc.

With 24-hour accountability, the Nurse Manager plans, coordinates, and evaluates patient care services to meet clinical and organizational goals. Responsibilities include staff scheduling, direct patient care when needed, performance evaluations, and fostering effective communication among staff, providers, and hospital leadership. The role also involves driving performance improvement initiatives, participating in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities, helping to develop the annual departmental budget, and monitoring expenditures. The Nurse Manager helps interpret and implement hospital policies, supports staff development, and promotes a culture of collaboration, accountability, and excellence in care delivery.

Essential Job Functions:

• Coordinates daily operations and activities of Surgery Unit, Labor & Deliver and Outpatient Services.
• Communicates regularly with the Director of Nursing (DNS) to ensure consistency in implementation of policies and procedures, ensure target goals are in accordance with District Plans, and provide data.
• Supports the DNS to ensure efficient operation of the department and optimum use of resources to maximize productivity and minimize costs.
• Manages and mentors’ staff to ensure their performance and the accomplishment of departmental responsibilities.
• Ensures department compliance with applicable agencies.
• Maintains departmental Policies and Procedures that are evidence based and align with current standards of practice

Education Background and Experience Requirements

Minimum Education:

Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing

Required Licensure / Certifications:

Active Washington State or accepted muti-state Registered Nurse Licensure.

BLS, PALS, ACLS, NRP

Required Experience:

Minimum of five (5) years of experience as a Nurse Manager.

Leadership or management experience in a hospital setting.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s preferred, AORN, CAPA or CPAN certification

Professional Requirements:

• Maintain regulatory requirements
• Report to work on time and as scheduled; complete work within designated timelines.
• Demonstrates the ability to adhere to the mission, ethics and goals of the District.
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate with patients, guests and staff in a courteous, respectful and helpful manner.

Compensation/How We Care For You:

Successful candidates typically begin between the beginning and midpoint of the compensation range dependent on qualifications/experience and receive compensation in increments increases annually.

Comprehensive benefit package including:

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Retirement with a 6% dollar for dollar employer match
• Life and Disability Insurance
• AFLAC
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Bonus, if eligible upon Board approval
• Gym membership
• Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment Opportunities

Newport Hospital & Health Services (NHHS) is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. NHHS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

NHHS employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

NHHS is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities.