Title : Nurse Manager
Department : Nursing
Position Summary :
- The Nurse Manager is responsible for overseeing the overall functioning of the nursing department, ensuring quality patient care, managing nursing staff, maintaining regulatory compliance, and supporting daily operations.
- This role requires strong leadership, clinical expertise, and administrative efficiency to maintain high standards of nursing care and patient safety in alignment with the organizations goals and protocols.
Reporting Lines :
In this position of Nurse Manager you will report to the Chief Medical Officer or the Executive nominated by the Management in this behalf.The organization reserves the right to revise reporting structures and responsibilities in accordance with operational needs.Key Nursing Staff and Caregivers
Centre Head / CMOAllied Health TeamsHousekeeping and Support ServicesHR and Administrative Patients and FamiliesLab & Diagnostic PartnersBiomedical and Waste Management VendorsCore Responsibilities :
1. Clinical Oversight :
Supervise and monitor the implementation of care plans created by the CMO.Ensure high standards of clinical care delivery by nursing staff.Adhere to and enforce infection control protocols.Ensure appropriate usage and care of medical equipment and devices.Conduct regular documentation of procedures, incidents, and patient records.Promote and deliver patient and family education on relevant health topics.Ensure compliance with NABH standards and guidelines.2. Administrative Leadership :
Plan and conduct continuous staff orientation, on-the-job training, and performance monitoring.Maintain accurate records of attendance, leaves, and performance for nursing staff.Prepare monthly / weekly reports on department activities and staff productivity.Schedule duty rosters to ensure adequate staffing coverage at all times.Participate in recruitment, onboarding, and mentoring of new nursing hires.Coordinate with Centre Manager and other departments for operational efficiency.Ensure readiness of patient rooms for new admissions and post-discharge cleaning.3. Inventory and Resource Management :
Maintain inventory of nursing supplies, linen, consumables, and medications.Conduct regular stock audits and raise indents in coordination with Centre Manager.Ensure proper sample collection and coordination for lab and diagnostic services.Monitor biomedical waste segregation and disposal compliance.4. Documentation and HIS Compliance :
Ensure timely and accurate update of clinical notes in the Hospital Information System (HIS).Maintain all relevant nursing registers, checklists, and handover sheets.Prepare incident and quality improvement reports as required by management.5. Values Alignment :
All employees are expected to demonstrate and uphold the organizations core values of Excellence, Professionalism, Integrity, and Compassion (EPIC) in every aspect of their work.This includes striving for the highest standards of service, conducting oneself with dignity and accountability, maintaining honesty and fairness in all interactions, and showing empathy and care toward residents, colleagues, and partners.Work Complexities :
Requires balancing clinical supervision with administrative responsibilities.Must be available for decision-making during emergencies or critical patient events.Ensures team alignment with changing clinical protocols and regulations.Span of Responsibilities
Indirect, through inventory and resource controlRevenue Responsibilities
Indirect, through efficient patient care and service Supervises entire nursing staff within the assigned and GNM / BSc in Nursing (Post-basic or MSc Nursing preferred)Experience : Minimum 10+ years in clinical nursing, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership or supervisory role
Familiar with hospital accreditation (NABH) standards, nursing protocols, and digital health documentation Clinical Excellence and Patient Care OversightLeadership and Team SupervisionInventory and Resource ManagementPatient and Family CommunicationConflict Resolution and Problem SolvingDocumentation and Quality ReportingInfection Control ComplianceCross-Functional Collaboration(ref : iimjobs.com)