What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nursing Manager / Orthopedic & Post-Surgical Unit position at Hillcrest Healthcare System?
Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Nursing Manager, Orthopedic and Post-Surgical Unit, in Tulsa, OK.
Why Join Us?
Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better
- Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
- People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
- Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.
Get to Know Your Team:
- Hillcrest Hospital South, a full-service 180-bed facility located in south Tulsa, offers a comprehensive range of inpatient and outpatient services utilizing cutting-edge technology in a welcoming community environment. As the only DNV Orthopedic Center of Excellence (OCE) in Oklahoma, Hillcrest South stands out for its exceptional orthopedic care. Hillcrest Hospital South is Tulsa’s only ANCC‑designated Pathway to Excellence hospital, with an accredited nurse residency program and ANCC recognition for Nursing Continuing Professional Development.
- This Nurse Manager will oversee a well-established 32-bed Med Surg unit with approximately 49 FTEs, supporting a strong team of experienced nurses and caregivers serving orthopedic and surgical patients. The ideal leader will focus on patient experience, team development, operational excellence, and fostering a highly engaged culture of care.
The nurse manager will promote the mission and values of the organization and be an active advocate of providing quality patient care, excellent customer service and efficient health care. As a member of the management team, the nurse manager will be involved in system planning, budgeting, manpower planning and program development in order to deliver efficient, effective and quality patient care.
Job Requirements:
- Bachelor’s in Nursing from an accredited school required enrolled in accredited BSN program with scheduled date of completion
- Current RN license or current license deemed acceptable by the applicable State Board of Nursing
- BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care
- ACLS must be obtained within 2 months of hire
Preferred Job Qualifications:
- Minimum of 3 years of Medical Surgical (Med Surg) nursing experience.
- Minimum of 1 year of leadership experience preferred.
- Leadership experience may include Charge Nurse, Supervisor, Team Lead, or similar roles.
- Orthopedic nursing experience preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and develop clinical teams.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills.
- Commitment to patient experience and quality outcomes.