About this opportunity
Ciel Healthcare Recruiting Firm lists this Inpatient Nurse Manager opportunity in tahlequah, Oklahoma. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
We are actively seeking a skilled and experienced Inpatient Nurse Manager for placement at a leading healthcare facility in Oklahoma. This leadership role is ideal for a licensed RN with a strong background in clinical operations and supervisory experience in an inpatient care setting.
Position Summary:
The Inpatient Nurse Manager is responsible for the overall coordination and leadership of nursing services across designated inpatient units, ensuring clinical excellence, regulatory compliance, and high-quality patient care. The selected candidate will provide direct supervision to nursing supervisors and play a key role in departmental operations, training, staffing, and performance improvement.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide operational oversight and clinical leadership to inpatient nursing departments, including Emergency, Urgent Care, ICU, Surgical Services, and Medical‑Surgical units.
Collaborate with senior nursing leadership and medical directors to align nursing services with strategic healthcare objectives.
Manage staff performance, support professional development, and oversee training and continuing education efforts.
Maintain compliance with accrediting agencies and ensure adherence to policies related to infection control, safety, and patient rights.
Facilitate interdisciplinary collaboration to promote patient‑centered care and operational efficiency.
Oversee department budgets, resource utilization, and scheduling across assigned units.
Participate in and report on quality improvement initiatives.
Maintain on‑call availability or designate appropriate coverage on a 24/7 basis.
Supervisory Scope:
Directly supervises 23 nursing supervisors and indirectly manages a nursing team of 2,575 professionals. Responsible for hiring, training, coaching, performance reviews, and disciplinary action in alignment with organizational policies.
Qualifications:
Education: Bachelors Degree in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited 4‑year institution (required).
Experience: Minimum 4 years of clinical nursing experience, with at least 35 years in a supervisory or leadership capacity.
Licensure/Certifications: Current RN license in the state of Oklahoma or valid multi‑state compact license.
Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required or must be obtained within 6 months of hire.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) may be required based on department assignment.
Other department‑specific certifications (e.g., NRP, NIHSS, TNCC, ENPC) required within specific timelines.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and inspire nursing teams in a high‑acuity environment.
Strong understanding of regulatory compliance, quality standards, and accreditation processes.
Excellent communication and conflict‑resolution skills.
Flexible, collaborative, and dedicated to continuous improvement.
Full benefits package including:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off (PTO)
Vacation and holiday pay
Additional employee wellness and support programs
Additional Requirements:
Must pass background checks compliant with healthcare and childcare regulations.
Valid drivers license required.
Involves standard hospital conditions with potential exposure to airborne particles and moderate noise levels.
Physical demands include frequent walking, standing, and occasional lifting up to 25 lbs.
To Apply:
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their resume directly to Ciél Healthcare Recruiting Firm for immediate consideration.
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Worksite address
tahlequah, OK, 74465, US
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