Nursing Manager Jobs in Independence, MO

A Nursing Manager is a critical healthcare professional who oversees the operations of a specific department or unit within a healthcare facility, such as a hospital or nursing home. They handle staffing, budgeting, patient care standards, performance evaluations, and policy development and implementation. A Nursing Manager ensures the quality of patient care, promotes staff development, and adheres to regulatory and compliance rules. They must be proficient in communication, leadership, decision-making, problem-solving, and critical thinking. They should also demonstrate expertise in clinical skills relevant to their unit.

To become a Nursing Manager, one typically needs a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), along with relevant certifications like the Certified Nurse Manager and Leader (CNML) or the Nurse Executive-Board Certified (NE-BC) credential. Prior to becoming a Nursing Manager, an individual might serve in roles such as a Registered Nurse, Charge Nurse, or Clinical Nurse Specialist. These roles provide the necessary clinical experience and leadership skills required for the complex responsibilities a Nursing Manager undertakes.

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Clinical Supervisor (RN)

  • Independence, MO
  • 21 days ago
  • Independence, MO
  • 21 days ago

Join Our Team as an RN Clinical Supervisor We are looking for impeccable leaders to join our team who are committed to creating meaningful patient experiences. As a clinical supervisor, you'll...

RN Nursing Manager Medical Telemetry

  • Lenexa, KS (20 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lenexa, KS (20 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 30+ days ago

Come join our team as a(an) RN Nursing Manager Medical Telemetry. We care for our communities and employees!...

RN Case Manager

  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 30+ days ago

Description Introduction Do you currently have an opportunity to make a real impact with your work? With over 2,000 sites of care and serving over 31.2 million patient interactions every year,...

House Supervisor RN Behavioral Health

  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 30+ days ago

Description Introduction Last year our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours volunteering in our communities. As a(an) House Supervisor RN Behavioral Health with Research Medical...

RN Nursing Manager Medical Telemetry

  • Belton, MO (24 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Belton, MO (24 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 45+ days ago

Our Belton Regional Medical Center team is looking for a(an) RN Nursing Manager Medical Telemetry....

Throughput Nursing Manager RN

  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 60+ days ago

Apply for our Float Pool Nursing Manager role today!...

RN Case Manager Weekends

  • Independence, MO
  • 29 days ago
  • Independence, MO
  • 29 days ago

Description Introduction Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) RN Case Manager Weekends you want in your current role? We invest in what matters most to nurses like you at home, at work,...

Charge Nurse RN Cardiac Care

  • Lenexa, KS (20 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Lenexa, KS (20 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 90+ days ago

Description Currently offering a $30,000 sign on bonus for experienced RN's. Sign on for eligible candidates cannot be combined with other bonuses or HCA loan/scholarships Are you passionate about...

Charge Nurse RN

  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 23 hours ago

Charge Nurse | RN | PRN| Tiffany Springs Rehabilitation and Health Care Center Tutera Senior Living & Health Care Are you a Registered Nurse | RN seeking an exciting new career opportunity? Look...

Nurse Supervisor LPN

  • Prairie Village, KS (15 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Prairie Village, KS (15 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 23 hours ago

Nurse Supervisor | LPN Mission Chateau Senior Living Are you a Licensed Practical Nurse | LPN seeking an exciting new career opportunity? Look no further! Tutera Senior Living & Health Care is...

Nurse Care Manager LPN/RN

  • Lees Summit, MO (14 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lees Summit, MO (14 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 1 day ago

Compensation: $28.37/hr LPN; $34.00/hr RN Due to critical service need of the communities we serve, we are offering a $8,000 sign-on bonus.* We are eager to continue to provide quality and...

AA Charge Nurse Intensive Care Full Time Nights

  • Shawnee, KS (16 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Shawnee, KS (16 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 1 day ago

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family: Received Magnet recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center in January 2019 Benefits from Day One Paid Days Off from Day...

Emergency Department RN Manager

  • Lees Summit, MO (14 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lees Summit, MO (14 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 1 day ago

Our Lee's Summit Medical Center team is looking for an Emergency Department Nursing Manager....

Charge Nurse 8Hr - PMC Recovery Room

  • Kansas City, KS (11 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 2 days ago
  • Kansas City, KS (11 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 2 days ago

Overview Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion and community! Providence Medical Center, a member of Prime Healthcare, offers...

Ambulatory RN Clinic Nurse Coordinator - Surgical Oncology - PRN

  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 3 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
  • 3 days ago

Position Title Ambulatory RN Clinic Nurse Coordinator - Surgical Oncology - PRN Westwood Medical Pavilion - West Position Summary / Career Interest: The Ambulatory Clinic RN Care Coordinator is a...

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Salary for Nursing Manager Jobs in Independence, MO

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Highest Education Level

Nursing Managers in Independence, MO offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
34.3%
Associate's Degree
22.0%
Master's Degree
19.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.9%
High School or GED
8.0%
Doctorate Degree
2.8%
Some College
0.8%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Nursing Managers in Independence, MO
2-4 years
34.6%
4-6 years
34.6%
1-2 years
23.1%
6-8 years
3.8%
Less than 1 year
3.8%


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