Nurse Manager Jobs

Find your next Nurse Manager opportunity with Ladders. Explore vetted professional nursing leadership jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more, including roles overseeing clinical teams, coordinating day-to-day operations, and supporting high-quality patient care.

What Does a Nurse Manager Do?

Nurse Managers lead nursing teams and help ensure that clinical services run effectively. Typical responsibilities may include staffing and scheduling, coaching and evaluating employees, managing budgets, supporting quality and safety initiatives, and working with clinicians and administrators to improve care delivery. The scope of a role varies by employer, specialty, and facility.

Common Nurse Manager Roles

Opportunities may include Nurse Manager, Clinical Nurse Manager, Patient Care Manager, Unit Manager, and Nursing Operations Manager. Employers may seek leaders for specific departments or specialties, such as emergency care, surgery, oncology, intensive care, or ambulatory services.

Qualifications and Skills

Employers commonly look for registered nurse credentials, relevant clinical experience, and a track record of team leadership. Some positions may require a bachelor’s or master’s degree in nursing or healthcare administration, along with an active license in the state of employment. Communication, decision-making, workforce planning, and knowledge of clinical quality and safety practices are valuable skills.

Explore Nurse Manager Jobs on Ladders

Browse Nurse Manager listings on Ladders to find vetted roles that meet the site’s $100,000-or-more salary focus. Compare opportunities by location, specialty, employer, and responsibilities, then choose positions that align with your leadership experience and career goals.

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$85K - $100K *

Join a dynamic team as you oversee the operational management of a diverse medical outpatient portfolio, ensuring tenant satisfaction and efficient property maintenance while driving financial perform...

Knoxville, TNRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$93K - $110K *

Accelerate your career by leading teams that enhance revenue cycle operations and provide exceptional support to clinicians. Drive quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement in eligibility verifi...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $125K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to lead large-scale healthcare projects, ensuring timely installation and customer satisfaction. Manage project scope, timelines, and resources while communicat...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$77K - $123K *

Lead the charge in overseeing project evaluation and performance measurement, collaborating with diverse teams to track outcomes and achieve program goals in a dynamic health security environment...

Omaha, NERemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $115K *

Transform clinical quality by supporting training initiatives, monitoring clinician performance, and ensuring compliance with quality standards for successful operational processes and clinician suppo...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Drive the successful delivery of complex global clinical trials, overseeing cross-functional teams and ensuring compliance with GCP and regulatory standards while managing budgets and timelines to exc...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Champion healthcare project delivery by managing design and construction lifecycles, ensuring compliance with quality, safety, and budget standards while fostering collaboration among stakeholders to...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$81K - $122K *

Advance clinical excellence by evaluating compliance, mentoring staff, and enhancing training programs. Collaborate with teams to maintain accreditation and improve quality in air medical operations a...

Phoenix, AZRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$92K - $138K *

Join our team to lead the Virtual Utilization Management Program, ensuring clinical excellence and operational efficiency. Collaborate with diverse healthcare professionals to enhance patient care and...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$100K - $120K *

Champion project success by leading data center construction initiatives. Oversee scope, schedule, and budget while managing a collaborative team to ensure quality and client satisfaction on complex p...

Texas, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$105K - $132K *

Join a team that's transforming service operations for utility-scale energy storage systems. Oversee inventory, warranty processes, and warehouse logistics to ensure customer satisfaction and operatio...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $120K *

Elevate client relationships by managing healthcare accounts, leveraging product knowledge, and driving adoption of solutions to enhance outcomes and satisfaction. Collaborate with teams to address cl...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to lead and enhance billing and coding operations, ensuring quality and compliance across multiple markets. Drive performance, coach leaders, and collaborate cross-functionally to...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$149K - $248K *

Champion client engagement and operational excellence by managing consulting teams, driving quality standards, and fostering relationships within Military Health Systems. Lead new business development...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$122K *

Elevate your career by managing global projects in Neuroscience, ensuring compliance, budget adherence, and successful collaboration across cross-functional teams to drive milestone achievement and en...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$133K - $237K *

Contribute to patient safety by overseeing medical product surveillance, analyzing data, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate on risk management and support clinical studies to enhanc...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$97K - $130K *

Drive collections performance and lead a high-performing team in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance customer experience while ensuring compliance and optimizing proces...

Alabama, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $155K *

Shape the future of clinical implementation by guiding healthcare organizations through the adoption of innovative diagnostic solutions, ensuring sustained usage and integration into daily workflows w...

Denver, CORemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$129K - $162K *

Develop and lead actuarial processes for Medicare Value-Based Care, managing monthly results, payer settlements, and special projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance analytics and...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in managing client relationships and program performance, ensuring timely delivery of medications. Oversee budgets, facilitate communication between stakeholders, and drive successful...

North Carolina, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$136K - $171K *

Pioneer clinical trial excellence by leading operational planning and execution. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure compliance, quality, and timely delivery of clinical studies while mentoring j...

RemoteRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$92K - $186K *

Lead the charge in enhancing operational excellence by driving process efficiency and supporting change initiatives. Collaborate across teams to optimize resources and consistently execute strategic i...

RemoteRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $190K *

Drive the design and operation of robust AI systems, leading technical delivery and guiding teams in building high-throughput pipelines and production services that enhance customer engagement across...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$130K - $190K *

Shape the future of AI by building scalable AI agents that drive innovation across healthcare applications, fostering collaboration with diverse teams to implement advanced solutions and ensure operat...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $95K *

Drive client success by managing relationships, optimizing collections, and resolving issues. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to ensure satisfaction and compliance while leading a team to enhanc...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Nurse Manager do?question toggle

    A Nurse Manager leads nursing staff and oversees aspects of a clinical unit or service, including staffing, team development, daily operations, and quality and safety initiatives.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Nurse Manager jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often seek an active registered nurse license, clinical experience, and leadership skills. Some roles require a bachelor’s or master’s degree or specialty-specific experience.

  • What job titles are similar to Nurse Manager?question toggle

    Related titles include Clinical Nurse Manager, Patient Care Manager, Unit Manager, Nursing Operations Manager, and Director of Nursing, depending on the role’s scope and seniority.

  • How much do Nurse Manager jobs pay?question toggle

    Pay depends on location, employer, specialty, experience, and responsibilities. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; review each listing for its specific compensation details.

  • Where can I find Nurse Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Nurse Manager listings on Ladders and use available filters to narrow opportunities by location, employer, and other preferences.