RN Nurse Manager, Inpatient General Surgery Unit

Position Summary

The Nurse Manager is accountable for the leadership, management, and advancement of clinical operations within the Inpatient General Surgery Unit. This leader will oversee daily operations, staff development, quality and patient safety initiatives, resource management, and regulatory compliance while ensuring the delivery of safe, efficient, and compassionate patient care.

The successful candidate will inspire and empower nursing staff, lead through change, promote evidence-based practice, and create an environment where colleagues feel valued, supported, and engaged.

What You'll Do

• Lead daily operations of the General Surgery Unit
• Foster a positive, high-performing team culture
• Drive quality, safety, and patient experience initiatives
• Manage staffing, performance, recruitment, and development
• Support professional growth and accountability across the unit

What We're Looking For

We're seeking an experienced nurse leader who can build an engaged, high-performing team while driving quality, accountability, and exceptional patient outcomes.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience leading a nursing unit or clinical team
• Strong leadership, communication, and coaching skills
• A track record of improving quality, safety, and operational performance
• Success developing and mentoring staff
• The ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines
• A commitment to patient-centered care, professional growth, and continuous improvement
• Experience leading teams through change and transformation

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Connecticut or eligibility to obtain
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required
• Previous nursing leadership or management experience required

Preferred Qualifications

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or related healthcare leadership degree
• Progressive leadership experience in an acute care hospital setting
• Experience in surgical services, medical-surgical nursing, or inpatient surgical care

Compensation and Benefits

At Trinity Health Of New England, we understand that the success of our organization is directly related to our hardworking, compassionate, and dedicated colleagues who contribute their time and skills to help transform healthcare. That's why we've compiled a competitive, comprehensive compensation and benefits package that offers our colleagues protection and peace of mind, both at home and at work.

Pay Range: $48.45 - $77.50per hour

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Retirement Savings Program with Employer Match
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Development Opportunities
• Life Insurance and Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Well-being and Wellness Programs
• Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities within Trinity Health

/Facility Information

Saint Mary’s Hospital is a Catholic, not-for-profit, acute care, community teaching hospital that has served Greater Waterbury since 1909.  Licensed for 347 beds, Saint Mary’s is designated as a Level II Trauma Center, offers award-winning cardiac and stroke care. We house the region’s only pediatric emergency care unit and was the first to introduce the daVinci® Robotic Surgery System.