Nurse Manager Medical Surgical

At CHI St. Joseph's Health, we are a close-knit, high-performing critical access hospital deeply committed to providing exceptional care to our cherished community. We believe in fostering a supportive and empowering environment where our nurses can truly make a difference in the lives of our patients. We value teamwork, innovation, and a strong sense of purpose. Part of CommonSpirit Health, we are an award-winning, 25-bed critical access hospital located in the heart of lake country. Fully accredited by The Joint Commission, we offer a full range of services including 24/7/365 Emergency Department and Level IV Trauma Center, hospitalist program, testing, surgery, orthopedics, rehabilitation, and more so that you can experience better health.  

As our Med Surg Nurse Manager, you will be a pivotal leader, shaping the future of our Medical-Surgical unit and beyond. Reporting directly to the VP of Patient Care, you will play a key role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care and driving essential hospital initiatives. This is a unique chance to combine your passion for nursing with your leadership in a supportive and impactful environment.

What you'll do...

• Lead and Inspire your Team: Foster a positive, collaborative, and empowering work environment that encourages professional growth and high performance among your Med Surg nursing staff.
• Champion Clinical Excellence: Ensure the delivery of safe, effective, and compassionate nursing care in accordance with established standards, policies, and best practices.
• Optimize Unit Operations: Oversee daily operations of the Med Surg unit, including staffing, scheduling, resource management, and workflow optimization to ensure efficient and effective patient care.
• Drive Quality and Safety: Implement and monitor quality improvement initiatives, safety protocols, and patient satisfaction strategies to continuously enhance outcomes.
• Develop and Mentor Staff: Provide ongoing coaching, mentoring, and performance feedback to your team, identifying development opportunities and fostering a culture of continuous learning.
• Collaborate Across Departments: Work effectively with physicians, other departments, and leadership to ensure seamless patient transitions and integrated care delivery.
• Participate in Strategic Planning: Contribute to the development and implementation of departmental and organizational goals and initiatives.
• Ensure Regulatory Compliance: Maintain adherence to all applicable regulatory requirements and accreditation standards.

• Graduate of accredited professional education program.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive clinical nursing experience.
• Current, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Minnesota (or ability to obtain prior to start).
• BLS issued by American Heart Association.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team. Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Deep understanding of Medical-Surgical nursing principles, practices, and patient care needs.
• Dedication to continuous quality improvement and patient safety.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic healthcare environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.