Lead where nursing operations, workforce strategy, and patient care intersect. As
Nurse Manager for the Staffing Resource Office (SRO), you will help lead the team that provides essential staffing support across inpatient areas at UVA Health, including the Emergency Department.
This opportunity extends well beyond the scope of a traditional unit-based Nurse Manager position. You will lead a large and diverse float pool while partnering with Nursing Supervisors, fellow SRO managers, and nursing leaders across the organization. For an experienced nurse leader ready to broaden their impact, this role offers
exceptional organizational visibility, leadership growth, and the opportunity to influence how staffing resources support care across UVA Health.The RoleThe Staffing Resource Office supports multiple inpatient teams and levels of care, creating a dynamic leadership environment where collaboration, adaptability, and sound operational judgment matter every day. You will manage the day-to-day activities of SRO team members, with a potential span of control of approximately
80 licensed nurses and unlicensed team members.
Working Monday through Friday and participating in a rotating on-call schedule shared with the other SRO managers, you will balance people leadership with staffing operations, relationship-building, and process improvement.
In this role, you will:
- Provide direct leadership, coaching, and support to a large, diverse team of clinical and support professionals.
- Address employee performance, and day-to-day workforce needs.
- Help balance staffing needs across each scheduling period while partnering closely with Nursing Supervisors, who coordinate daily staffing assignments.
- Build strong working relationships with SRO leadership, Nursing Supervisors, and leaders throughout inpatient areas.
- Identify opportunities to develop, evaluate, and improve processes that strengthen SRO operations.
- Lead with the independence and initiative necessary to anticipate needs, solve problems, and move work forward.
- Navigate the complexity of supporting team members who work across multiple clinical environments rather than within a single home unit.
This could be an especially compelling next step for an experienced
Charge Nurse who is ready to move into formal nursing leadership. Previous Nurse Manager or Assistant Nurse Manager experience is not required for the right candidate. What matters is demonstrated leadership, strong communication, initiative, collaboration, and readiness to lead at scale.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing from accredited nursing program, Master's degree in related field within 5 years of hire.
Experience: At least 3 years of progressively more responsible experience as a registered nurse in a patient care environment required.
Licensure: License to Practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia required. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required. Valid Virginia Driver's license required for managers with responsibility operations in multiple locations. Must have applicable specialty certification at hire or within 3 years .
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.
The pay range for this role is $110,697.60 - $147,680.00 annually. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.
Benefits- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Retirement Savings
- Long-term and Short-term Disability
- Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Certification and Education Support
Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.
