Nursing Manager Jobs in Chattanooga, TN

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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Nurse Educator - Behavioral Health

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 45+ days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 45+ days ago

Description Introduction Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start...

Nurse Educator - Womens Services

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 60+ days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 60+ days ago

Description Introduction Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering...

RN Supervisor - Nights

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 1 day ago

Please ask about our $15,000 sign-on bonus! ScionHealth is committed to a culture of service excellence as demonstrated by our employees’ adherence to the service excellence principles of Pride,...

Nurse Educator- Women's Services

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 2 days ago

Introduction Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful,...

House Supervisor RN

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 2 days ago

Qualifications Required Education for Staff Job Levels Bachelor of Science in Nursing....

RN Manager - Adolescent Unit

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 3 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 3 days ago

Come join our team as a Registered Nurse Manager at Erlanger Behavioral Health Hospital! If you are passionate and dedicated to making a difference in the lives of those in need through...

RN Case Manager - Part-Time, Weekends

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 7 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 7 days ago

Job Summary: A registered professional nurse employed by Erlanger Medical Center is responsible for assisting the patient, families, physicians and staff in managing the present health care plan....

RN Case Manager - Part-Time - Weekdays

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 7 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 7 days ago

Job Summary: A registered professional nurse employed by Erlanger Medical Center is responsible for assisting the patient, families, physicians and staff in managing the present health care plan....

Manager Nursing

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 7 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 7 days ago

Overview CHI Memorial Hospital, now part of CommonSpirit Health formed between Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health, is once again the only hospital in the Chattanooga area to be...

Overhouse Supervisor RN - Full Time - Nights

  • Cleveland, TN (22 miles from Chattanooga, TN)
  • 13 days ago
  • Cleveland, TN (22 miles from Chattanooga, TN)
  • 13 days ago

Job Details Job Location : Bradley Medical Center LLC - CLEVELAND, TN Position Type : Full Time Salary Range : Undisclosed Job Shift : Nights Job Category : RN Description Hours: 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM...

Case Manager, RN - Children's

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 15 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 15 days ago

Job Summary: A registered professional nurse employed by Erlanger Medical Center is responsible for assisting the patient, families, physicians and staff in managing the present health care plan....

Medical Field Case Manager

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 15 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 15 days ago

Company Overview The Enlyte Family of Businesses Mitchell | Genex | Coventry Enlyte is the parent brand of Mitchell, Genex and Coventry, an organization unlike any other in the Property & Casualty...

Utilization Management, RN

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 17 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 17 days ago

Job Summary: Interacts with the Interdisciplinary staff to complete the process of utilization management. Education: Required: Graduate from an accredited school of Nursing. Preferred:...

LPN Nurse Coordinator

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 24 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 24 days ago

$2,500 Sign-On Bonus Offered* BENEFITS OF JOINING TEAM OAC: Personal satisfaction from serving others Competitive pay Paid Training Great Benefits:Medical, Pharmacy, Vision, Dental, Disability,...

RN Unit Manager

  • Fort Oglethorpe, GA (8 miles from Chattanooga, TN)
  • 29 days ago
  • Fort Oglethorpe, GA (8 miles from Chattanooga, TN)
  • 29 days ago

RN Unit Manager at NHC HealthCare Fort Oglethorpe Don't miss this great opportunity for a RN to join our team as a Resident Care Coordinator at NHC HealthCare Fort Oglethorpe. NHC HealthCare Fort...

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Salary for Nursing Manager Jobs in Chattanooga, TN

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Highest Education Level

Nursing Managers in Chattanooga, TN 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
8.1%
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 Chattanooga, TN
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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