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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$74K - $104K *

Engage your skills as a Nurse Care Manager, facilitating integrated care for members. Collaborate with a diverse team and empower patients through complex health journeys via telephonic support, ensur...

Redding, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$74K - $104K *

Elevate care management by delivering compassionate support through telephonic interactions, guiding members through complex health journeys. Collaborate with a diverse clinical team to ensure holisti...

Modesto, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$74K - $104K *

Transform healthcare delivery by guiding members through complex medical and behavioral challenges. As a key member of the Care Management team, you will collaborate with diverse professionals to ensu...

Corona, CARemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Elevate care delivery by leading a dedicated team of nursing professionals, ensuring seamless coordination for pediatric patients with chronic conditions. Drive operational excellence and foster colla...

California, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient care through telephonic evaluations and assessments. Collaborate with stakeholders to improve protocols and outcomes while ensuring timely patient int...

RemoteRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Lead a dedicated team providing advanced clinical care in geriatrics, enhancing access to evidence-based medical services for long-term care residents. Drive improvements in care delivery, efficiency...

Vaughan, ONRemote

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Help us lead a dynamic team in delivering exceptional patient support services. Oversee operations, enhance performance, and ensure quality care while fostering a collaborative environment to achieve...

CanadaRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $135K *

Shape healthcare delivery by supervising a utilization management team, ensuring quality adherence to standards. Drive process improvements while mentoring staff in effective care management strategie...

Phoenix, AZRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Join a dedicated team providing compassionate end-of-life care to patients. Manage caseloads, develop care plans, and ensure seamless communication among families and interdisciplinary teams while adh...

Sonora, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$86K - $118K *

Unlock your potential by leading a dedicated team focused on improving member health outcomes through targeted outreach and resource connection. Drive quality care management initiatives while fosteri...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $115K *

Champion clinical excellence by leading and mentoring a dynamic ECM team, ensuring comprehensive patient care and adherence to individualized plans, while collaborating effectively with multidisciplin...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Oversee clinic operations across multiple locations, ensuring operational excellence and team development. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance patient experience and drive strategic growth while...

Atlanta, GARemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$119K - $140K *

Shape the future of network partnerships by managing the lifecycle of contracts, from evaluation to negotiation. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment with operational standards while nurt...

New York, NYRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$74K - $85K *

Empower your career as a Clinical Review Team Lead, guiding a team of nurse reviewers in complex case evaluations, ensuring adherence to clinical guidelines, and enhancing workflow efficiency while ma...

Houston, TXRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Empower our finance team by overseeing accounting operations, ensuring compliance, and enhancing financial reporting. Lead month-end close activities and mentor team members in a dynamic, multi-entity...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$96K - $125K *

Manage implementation processes, leading multiple customer launches, and drive improvements in project efficiency and customer satisfaction. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely, h...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $165K *

Pioneer operational excellence in Design leadership, managing workflows, prioritizing projects, and developing talent. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance Design integration in AI-driven product...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$168K - $231K *

Join a dynamic team to lead Nurse Case Managers, enhancing patient support and education throughout treatment journeys while ensuring compliance and quality in case management processes...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$105K - $130K *

Elevate patient care by managing clinical support for monitoring systems. Lead diverse teams to enhance customer relationships and ensure effective product utilization post-implementation, driving cli...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$64K - $102K *

Advance mental health and substance abuse care by authorizing services, analyzing data, and coordinating discharge plans. Collaborate with clinical teams to ensure effective treatment and participate...

Frisco, TXRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $100K *

Manage and execute complex LIMS implementations for public health and environmental labs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project success, stakeholder alignment, and high-quality out...

Tucson, AZRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$91K - $120K *

Join our dynamic Care Management team to enhance patient outcomes through effective care coordination. Leverage your clinical expertise in a person-centered approach, collaborating with healthcare tea...

California, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing member care as you coach and develop clinical teams, oversee daily operations, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards while driving quality improvements and opera...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$136K - $187K *

Unlock potential by serving as a vital resource for patients and caregivers, providing education and support for managing generalized Myasthenia Gravis while coordinating treatment and navigating insu...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $95K *

Shape the future of clinical research data integrity by leading a dedicated team. Drive operational excellence, ensure compliance, and foster cross-functional partnerships to enhance data quality and...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 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.