RN Nurse Manager | Clinical Leadership

RN Nurse Manager | Clinical Leadership | FQHC | Joint Commission

New Bedford, MA | $90,000-$115,000/year | Full-Time Management
Schedule: Monday-Friday | No Nights, No Weekends

Position Overview

Lead clinical operations as RN Nurse Manager for an amazing non-profit clinic that has been serving the community for over 40 years! Manage day-to-day nursing operations, supervise multidisciplinary staff, ensure Joint Commission compliance, and collaborate with Chief Nursing Officer and Medical Directors to deliver exceptional patient-centered care.

Requirements

Education & Licensure:
RN License (Massachusetts - active/current)
BSN strongly preferred (ASN considered)
CPR/BLS Certification required
Graduate of accredited nursing school

Experience:
3+ years supervisory or nurse manager experience required
Team lead or charge nurse background acceptable
FQHC or community health experience preferred
Joint Commission knowledge valued

Skills:
Electronic health records required (eClinicalWorks a plus)
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
Budget management and cost control
Strong leadership and staff development
Critical thinking and problem-solving

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Leadership:

• Supervise RNs, LPNs, Medical Assistants, Unit Secretaries, Patient Registration
• Coordinate and evaluate department operations and activities
• Ensure highest quality patient care and clinical excellence
• Perform RN duties as department needs dictate

Compliance & Quality:

• Implement Joint Commission standards and monitor compliance
• Participate in Joint Commission meetings and on-site reviews
• Perform chart audits and nursing peer reviews
• Ensure documentation standards are met

Operations Management:

• Create and maintain staff schedules for optimal coverage
• Manage budget, supplies, overtime, and expense control
• Review timesheets, approve payroll and PTO requests
• Monitor immunizations, stock medications, expiration dates
• Oversee CPR program (quarterly sessions)

Staff Development:

• Conduct performance evaluations and career mentoring
• Facilitate new hire orientation and onboarding
• Assess clinical skills through observation and annual training
• Ensure completion of annual competencies
• Provide coaching, counseling, and disciplinary action when needed

Collaboration:

• Partner with Chief Nursing Officer and Medical Directors
• Facilitate two-way communication between staff and leadership
• Interpret health center policies and procedures
• Respond to facility acuity and emergency situations

Clinical Nursing Duties (as needed):

• Comprehensive patient assessment and care planning
• Administer immunizations and treatments
• Perform diagnostics: EKGs, Holter monitors, vision/hearing tests, CLIA testing
• Patient education and counseling
• Triage, referrals, and EMR documentation

Ideal Candidate

• Proven nursing leadership with team development experience
• Positive attitude and leads by example
• Resourceful problem-solver with tactful communication
• Patient-centered focus aligned with FQHC mission
• Builds trust through integrity and follow-through
• Comfortable with ambiguity - admits when needs help
• Budget-conscious with expense control mindset

Benefits Package

Work-Life Balance:

• Monday-Friday only (no nights/weekends/holidays)
• 23 PTO days + 12 paid holidays
• Weather closure policy

Day 1 Benefits:

• Low-deductible medical insurance
• No-cost life insurance & short-term disability
• Tuition reimbursement
• Career advancement opportunities
• Competitive management salary