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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$210K - $250K *

Lead the charge in clinical excellence and patient safety, driving strategic initiatives across health IT. Oversee a multidisciplinary team, ensuring integration of clinical insights into product deve...

Georgia, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$82K - $182K *

Unlock potential by leading the transformation of reimbursement strategies through analytics. Drive insights and develop methodologies to enhance competitive performance and identify strategic opportu...

Woonsocket, RIRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$99K - $144K *

Transform workforce strategies by leading enterprise-level compensation initiatives. Collaborate across HR and business teams to drive impactful change, utilizing data analysis and project management...

Somerville, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of healthcare finance by interpreting Medicare and Medicaid regulations. You'll drive compliance initiatives, optimize revenue, and ensure accurate cost reporting while collaborating...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$73K - $117K *

Lead program management initiatives, ensuring effective execution of projects and resource coordination. Drive program evaluations, documentation, and vendor management to achieve strategic goals and...

North Carolina, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Elevate financial integrity by leading accounting operations, ensuring compliance, and driving efficiency across departments. Collaborate with teams to deliver accurate financial reporting and support...

St. Louis, MORemote

3 days ago

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

$131K - $237K *

Lead the charge in managing complex IT programs, ensuring product development and lifecycle management while coordinating multiple vendors and teams to meet customer needs and deliver on strategic obj...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$134K - $219K *

Empower data management excellence by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance, and driving process improvements across multiple clinical trials while mentoring staff and maintaining high d...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career by optimizing clinical applications, enhancing radiology workflows, and collaborating with healthcare teams nationwide to ensure seamless operations and technical support across syste...

RemoteRemote

Reposted today

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

$145K - $165K *

Join a team that's driven to enhance client health and satisfaction. As a key leader, manage Fortune 500 client relationships, champion product innovations, and influence strategic decisions to foster...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$92K - $152K *

Shape the future of virtual patient care by leading a dynamic nursing team, ensuring high-quality monitoring operations, and enhancing patient safety through innovative technology and effective manage...

Richmond, VARemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Optimize the implementation of Epic Clinical EHR for State Healthcare Facilities, leading project planning, stakeholder engagement, and team coordination while ensuring quality, scope, and communicati...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Champion the successful delivery of projects and technology initiatives by coordinating cross-functional teams and managing risks, ensuring timely and high-quality outcomes that align with business ob...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Champion effective technology solutions by leading healthcare IT project implementations. Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to navigate risks and maintain project alignment, ensuring time...

New Jersey, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $160K *

Oversee account management and compliance processes, driving financial analysis and project execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain reporting standards and enhance operational e...

Charlotte, NCRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$85K - $114K *

Elevate patient care as a remote RN Case Manager, coordinating quality healthcare for ESKD and CKD patients across multiple states. Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure effective care delivery...

California, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$71K - $97K *

Lead the charge in enhancing member wellness by assessing needs, coordinating care, and navigating resources. Utilize your nursing expertise to empower individuals and families, ensuring optimal healt...

Wisconsin, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$81K - $129K *

Lead the charge in operational oversight of HIMS coding data quality, guiding coder education activities to ensure compliance, accuracy, and continuous improvement in data management across acute care...

Wilmington, DERemote

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$75K - $145K *

Empower our leadership team by managing complex operations and enhancing productivity. Collaborate across diverse teams to support high-priority initiatives at the intersection of AI and national secu...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

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

$80K - $110K *

Drive client success by managing relationships with small to medium accounts, leveraging data for insights, and identifying growth opportunities. Collaborate with internal teams to enhance service del...

Illinois, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $110K *

Transform client relationships by driving engagement and optimizing healthcare outcomes through strategic planning, data analysis, and proactive issue resolution. Collaborate with internal teams to en...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $122K *

Take ownership of financial planning and analysis for G&A expenses, driving insights and reporting for senior leadership. Collaborate with teams to enhance budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$109K - $130K *

Drive excellence in master data management by leading identity resolution, ensuring data integrity, and establishing governance standards for patient and provider domains. Collaborate with stakeholder...

Colorado, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$78K - $113K *

Join us to lead the Professional Coding Operations team, ensuring accurate coding practices and compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders, mentor staff, and drive improvements in coding efficiency and...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $155K *

Champion the clinical implementation of diagnostic solutions, guiding customers through every phase from contract to sustained usage. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure successful adoption and i...

Boston, MARemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.