Nursing Manager job description

About the job

We are looking for a nursing manager to lead nursing services across the hospital or clinic, organize staffing and shifts, and set and monitor nursing care standards so patients receive safe, high-quality care.

Duties and responsibilities

• Oversee the head nurses of every unit and monitor how they and their teams perform
• Plan nurse staffing across units, approve shift rosters and cover absences
• Write nursing policies and procedures and check they are followed in every unit
• Track quality and patient safety indicators such as falls, pressure ulcers and infections, and lead improvement plans
• Take part in hiring and appraising nurses and check their qualifications and licences to practise
• Organize continuing education and training on new procedures
• Coordinate with the medical administration, infection control, the pharmacy and stores so units have what they need
• Prepare regular nursing reports and handle patient complaints about care

Working conditions

• Call-outs outside working hours for emergencies and staff shortages

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in nursing, with a licence to practise
• At least 6 years of experience in managing nursing services, including at least 2 years leading a team

The years of experience follow the level you choose when posting.

Skills

• Nursing management
• Shift rostering
• Healthcare quality
• Patient safety
• Infection control
• Performance management
• Leadership

Preferred

• Master's degree in nursing management or healthcare management
• Experience with hospital accreditation and quality programmes
• Good English