BJC Healthcare

Patient Care Manager - Spine

BJC Healthcare • $80K — $95K *
Hospitals & Medical Centers
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BSN required; MSN preferred
  • 3 to 5 years of nursing supervisory experience preferred
  • 5 to 10 years of RN work experience preferred
  • Current RN license
  • Strong leadership and communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Manage hiring, training, and performance evaluations of nursing staff
  • Develop and adhere to departmental budgets
  • Direct safe and evidence-based patient care delivery
  • Ensure team compliance with policies and regulatory standards
  • Promote customer satisfaction and quality improvement
  • Implement operational efficiency systems
  • Support growth of new or existing programs

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Disability insurance at no cost
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Tuition assistance from day one
  • Paid Time Off that includes vacation and sick days
  • Adoption assistance program
Full Job Description
Additional Information About the Role

Nurse Manager, Integrated Spine Unit

Lead. Inspire. Shape the Future of Spine Care.

Join our innovative 174 Integrated Spine Unit, a 38-bed inpatient specialty unit designed to bring together neurologic and orthopedic spine patients in one centralized location. This unique model supports standardized, high-quality patient care regardless of surgeon specialty while providing nursing professionals the opportunity to develop expertise across both orthopedic and neurologic disciplines.

The Nurse Manager is responsible for overseeing daily operations, ensuring high-quality patient care, and leading a team of nurses and healthcare professionals. The ideal candidate is a strong and collaborative leader with excellent communication and problem-solving skills who is committed to fostering a positive work environment that promotes professional growth, teamwork, and exceptional patient care.

Position Highlights
  • BSN required; MSN preferred
  • Salaried/Exempt position scheduled 40 hours per week
  • Monday through Friday, days
  • 3 to 5 years of nursing supervisory experience preferred
  • 5 to 10 years of RN work experience preferred
  • Benefits eligible on the first day of the month following start date
  • 401(k), excellent benefits package, relocation assistance

Overview

Preferred Qualifications

Role Purpose

Responsible for the operational and clinical management of a designated patient care unit(s) on a 24 hour basis. Oversees a span of control and financial responsibility of > 72 FTE's supervised + > $2.5 million in total expenses OR > 40 FTE's supervised + > $5 million in total expenses.

Responsibilities
  • Manages individual(s) including but not limited to: hires, trains, assigns work, manages & evaluates performance, conducts professional development plans. Ensures that the productivity and actions of that group meet/support the overall operational goals of the department as established by department leadership.
  • Develops and adheres to departmental staffing, revenue and/or expense budgets. Responds to changes in the business which may affect the ability to achieve the budget goals.
  • Directs the delivery of safe and appropriate patient care governed by evidence based clinical and management practice.
  • Ensures team compliance with departmental policies, regulatory requirements and professional standards; keeps policies and procedures up-to-date and participates in revisions as needed.
  • Promotes, and is accountable for customer satisfaction, process indicators, quality improvement plans and outcomes in work unit.
  • Researches, evaluates, selects and implements systems which improve efficiency of work unit operations.
  • Supports and assists the growth of existing or new business/programs.

  • Minimum Requirements

    Education
  • Nursing Diploma/Associate's
  • - Nursing
    Experience
  • 2-5 years

  • Supervisor Experience
  • < 2 years

  • Licenses & Certifications
  • RN

  • Preferred Requirements

    Education
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • - Nursing
    Experience
  • 5-10 years

  • Supervisor Experience
  • 2-5 years

  • Benefits and Legal Statement

    BJC Total Rewards

    At BJC we're committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.
    • Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
    • Disability insurance* paid for by BJC
    • Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution
    • 401(k) plan with BJC match
    • Tuition Assistance available on first day
    • BJC Institute for Learning and Development
    • Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
    • Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
    • Adoption assistance

    To learn more, go to our Benefits Summary

    *Not all benefits apply to all jobs

    The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

    About BJC Healthcare

    BJC Healthcare is a healthcare services provider that operates hospitals and other healthcare facilities in the St. Louis, Missouri area. The company was founded in 1993 and is headquartered in St. Louis. BJC Healthcare is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 31,000 employees. The company's hospitals and clinics provide a wide range of medical services, including cancer treatment, heart care, and women's health. BJC Healthcare is committed to providing high-quality care to its patients and has received numerous awards and recognitions for its work.
    Learn more about BJC Healthcare
    Size
    31,000 employees
    Industry
    Founded
    1993

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