Entry Level Nurse Manager Jobs
New grad nurse manager jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or clinical leadership during training can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Technology & Software, with employers like Inova Health, Fresenius Medical Care, and Paradigm hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
Explore opportunities with Elite Hospice, a part of LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As the Registered Nurse Case Manager, you will assume full nursing responsibility for the delivery of the Plan of Care for each hospice patient. Continuously evaluating personal and professional performance and making necessary changes to increase productivity and quality of care delivered. You'll also develop the patient's Plan of care in collaboration with other professionals and implement treatment strategies based on scientific nursing theory that promotes physical, psychosocial, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Familiar with the concepts and needs of patients/families who are facing death and dying.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Makes the initial nursing evaluation in determining eligibility for hospice services during visit within forty-eight (48) hours of referral
- Identifies the patient's/family's physical, psychosocial, and environmental needs and re-assesses as needed, no less than every fifteen (15) days
- Initiates and coordinates the plan of care
- Documents problems, appropriate goals, interventions, and patient/family response to hospice care
- Collaborates with the patient/family, attending physician and other members of the IDG in providing patient and family care daily
- Instructs and supervises the patient/family in self-care techniques when appropriate
- Maintains accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding the patient's condition
- Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Current and unrestricted RN licensure in the state of practice
- Current driver's license, valid vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 1+ years of clinical experience
- Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The salary for this role will range from $75,624 to $95,227 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone - of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income - deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
INTRODUCTION
Explore opportunities with Elite Hospice, a part of LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As the Registered Nurse Case Manager, you will assume full nursing responsibility for the delivery of the Plan of Care for each hospice patient. Continuously evaluating personal and professional performance and making necessary changes to increase productivity and quality of care delivered. You'll also develop the patient's Plan of care in collaboration with other professionals and implement treatment strategies based on scientific nursing theory that promotes physical, psychosocial, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Familiar with the concepts and needs of patients/families who are facing death and dying.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Makes the initial nursing evaluation in determining eligibility for hospice services during visit within forty-eight (48) hours of referral
- Identifies the patient's/family's physical, psychosocial, and environmental needs and re-assesses as needed, no less than every fifteen (15) days
- Initiates and coordinates the plan of care
- Documents problems, appropriate goals, interventions, and patient/family response to hospice care
- Collaborates with the patient/family, attending physician and other members of the IDG in providing patient and family care daily
- Instructs and supervises the patient/family in self-care techniques when appropriate
- Maintains accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding the patient's condition
- Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Current and unrestricted RN licensure in the state of practice
- Current driver's license, valid vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle, or public transportation
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 1+ years of clinical experience
- Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The salary for this role will range from $75,624 to $95,227 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone - of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income - deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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Entry Level Nurse Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level nurse manager job?
Employers hiring entry level nurse managers typically look for candidates who have held charge nurse or team lead responsibilities during clinical rotations or internships, even informally. Highlighting any experience coordinating staff, managing patient flow, or leading a shift puts your application ahead. A strong recommendation from a supervising nurse or unit director carries particular weight at this stage.
Which companies hire entry level nurse managers?
Companies hiring entry level nurse managers right now include Inova Health, Fresenius Medical Care, and Paradigm, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Health systems, long-term care facilities, and outpatient clinic networks are among the most active employers at this level, as they often promote from within and build their management pipelines early.
Are there remote entry level nurse manager jobs?
Yes, though most nurse manager roles involve some on-site presence. About 13% of entry level nurse manager openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and these tend to be administrative, care coordination, or telehealth management roles rather than floor-based unit management positions.
Are these new grad nurse manager jobs?
Yes, many listings on this page are new grad and junior roles that explicitly welcome recent graduates with limited experience. A new grad friendly posting typically accepts zero to two years of experience, counts internships or clinical rotations toward the requirement, and values a strong portfolio of hands-on leadership over tenure.
Which industries hire the most entry level nurse managers?
Entry Level nurse manager roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors tend to have high patient volume and frequent staff turnover, which drives ongoing demand for early-career candidates who can step into unit coordination and supervisory responsibilities quickly.