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, Technology & Software, and Education, with employers like Inova Health, Novant Health, and Paradigm hiring at this level now.
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Overview
The Clinical Nurse Manager is responsible and accountable for the supervision of nursing services to ensure the delivery of safe, effective, and efficient patient care. As a member of the Management Team, this position is responsible for assigning, assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating clinical care within the assigned nursing unit(s). Performance in this role is evaluated using objective and measurable criteria, including the development, competency, and performance of registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and other personnel assigned to the unit(s) under the Clinical Nurse Manager’s supervision. The Clinical Nurse Manager reports to the Nurse Manager or designee and provides direct supervision to registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, nurse aides, nursing service clerks, monitor technicians, and other assigned personnel. This position maintains frequent interaction with employees, patients, patients' families, visitors, and members of the medical staff.
Special Instructions
Would like for nurse to have 1 year of Med Surg experience
Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and evaluate unit goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and standards of care that contribute to the achievement of departmental objectives.
- Oversee and coordinate the activities and job duties of assigned personnel to achieve quality outcomes, customer/patient satisfaction, cost-effectiveness, and compliance with budgetary objectives.
- Incorporate Total Quality Management principles into daily operations and patient care activities.
- Assign work to registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, nurse aides, unit clerks, monitor technicians, and other personnel as needed to meet patient care objectives.
- Ensure continuity of patient care through effective staffing assignments based on staff competency, education, training, and patient care needs.
- Develop effective communication among personnel, physicians, and other employees to promote continuity, coordination, and collaboration in healthcare delivery.
- Maintain proficiency in applicable technologies and make informed recommendations regarding new services, products, and equipment.
- Interview, select, evaluate, discipline, and terminate personnel, or recommend such actions, in accordance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Ensure assigned employees receive appropriate orientation and required in-service education to maintain licensure, certification, and competency.
- Maintain personnel records and related documentation as required.
- Develop and manage work schedules, including vacations, leaves of absence, call-ins, call-offs, and other staffing needs.
- Direct and supervise employee relations activities within the assigned unit(s).
- Attend management meetings and participate in the development of management and supervisory policies and procedures.
- Apply advanced clinical knowledge and serve as a role model and resource to nursing staff, including providing direct patient care as necessary.
- Direct, oversee, and assist in the delivery of patient care.
- Assist during emergency situations as needed.
- Train new and existing personnel through instruction and demonstration of safe and effective work practices.
- Assist assigned personnel in performing tasks and procedures when needed.
- Assist staff in the adjustment, operation, or testing of new equipment during installation and implementation periods.
- Provide support to assigned personnel to ensure patient care needs are met without interruption.
- Fill staffing gaps as needed to maintain safe patient care until additional personnel are available.
- Perform or assist with clinical treatments, procedures, and total patient care that require advanced skills and professional judgment in accordance with established standards of care.
- Perform patient care duties not otherwise assigned.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required Education
- Graduate of an approved school of nursing and maintain a current, unrestricted nursing license in the state of employment.
Preferred Education
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) preferred.
Required Experience
- Minimum of two (2) years of relevant nursing experience with demonstrated management potential and proficient clinical skills.
Preferred Experience
- Five (5) years of relevant nursing experience preferred.
Overview
The Clinical Nurse Manager is responsible and accountable for the supervision of nursing services to ensure the delivery of safe, effective, and efficient patient care. As a member of the Management Team, this position is responsible for assigning, assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating clinical care within the assigned nursing unit(s). Performance in this role is evaluated using objective and measurable criteria, including the development, competency, and performance of registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and other personnel assigned to the unit(s) under the Clinical Nurse Manager’s supervision. The Clinical Nurse Manager reports to the Nurse Manager or designee and provides direct supervision to registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, nurse aides, nursing service clerks, monitor technicians, and other assigned personnel. This position maintains frequent interaction with employees, patients, patients' families, visitors, and members of the medical staff.
Special Instructions
Would like for nurse to have 1 year of Med Surg experience
Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and evaluate unit goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and standards of care that contribute to the achievement of departmental objectives.
- Oversee and coordinate the activities and job duties of assigned personnel to achieve quality outcomes, customer/patient satisfaction, cost-effectiveness, and compliance with budgetary objectives.
- Incorporate Total Quality Management principles into daily operations and patient care activities.
- Assign work to registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, nurse aides, unit clerks, monitor technicians, and other personnel as needed to meet patient care objectives.
- Ensure continuity of patient care through effective staffing assignments based on staff competency, education, training, and patient care needs.
- Develop effective communication among personnel, physicians, and other employees to promote continuity, coordination, and collaboration in healthcare delivery.
- Maintain proficiency in applicable technologies and make informed recommendations regarding new services, products, and equipment.
- Interview, select, evaluate, discipline, and terminate personnel, or recommend such actions, in accordance with hospital policies and procedures.
- Ensure assigned employees receive appropriate orientation and required in-service education to maintain licensure, certification, and competency.
- Maintain personnel records and related documentation as required.
- Develop and manage work schedules, including vacations, leaves of absence, call-ins, call-offs, and other staffing needs.
- Direct and supervise employee relations activities within the assigned unit(s).
- Attend management meetings and participate in the development of management and supervisory policies and procedures.
- Apply advanced clinical knowledge and serve as a role model and resource to nursing staff, including providing direct patient care as necessary.
- Direct, oversee, and assist in the delivery of patient care.
- Assist during emergency situations as needed.
- Train new and existing personnel through instruction and demonstration of safe and effective work practices.
- Assist assigned personnel in performing tasks and procedures when needed.
- Assist staff in the adjustment, operation, or testing of new equipment during installation and implementation periods.
- Provide support to assigned personnel to ensure patient care needs are met without interruption.
- Fill staffing gaps as needed to maintain safe patient care until additional personnel are available.
- Perform or assist with clinical treatments, procedures, and total patient care that require advanced skills and professional judgment in accordance with established standards of care.
- Perform patient care duties not otherwise assigned.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required Education
- Graduate of an approved school of nursing and maintain a current, unrestricted nursing license in the state of employment.
Preferred Education
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) preferred.
Required Experience
- Minimum of two (2) years of relevant nursing experience with demonstrated management potential and proficient clinical skills.
Preferred Experience
- Five (5) years of relevant nursing experience preferred.
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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, Novant Health, and Paradigm, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 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 16% of entry level nurse manager openings are remote or hybrid as of September 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, Technology & Software, and Education, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 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.