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Nurse Managers

Overview

Nurse managers are experienced health care professionals who manage the operations of services and personnel in medical offices, hospitals, nursing homes, community health programs, institutions, and other places where health care is provided. Their responsibilities vary depending on their position and place of employment. They may be in charge of hiring and firing their staff, as well as evaluating their performance. They are usually responsible for maintaining patient and departmental records, including government and insurance documents. They may be responsible for developing and maintaining budgets. Nurse managers are often in charge of establishing, implementing, and enforcing departmental policies.

Some nurse managers provide nursing care to patients along with managing the floor or unit. They are referred to as charge nurses or working managers. There are about 406,100 medican and health services managers, including nurse managers, employed in the U.S.

Salary Range

$50,000 to $100,000+

Minimum Education Level

Associate's Degree

Certification/License

Required

Outlook

Much Faster than the Average
Personality Traits

Helpful

Organized

Scientific

Career Ladder
Chief Nursing Officer or Chief Nurse Executive

Nurse Manager

Registered Nurse

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