Nurse Manager Jobs in Indiana

Nurse Manager jobs in Indiana are concentrated in Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, and Evansville, where large health systems anchor most of the hiring and demand remains steady. Indiana University Health, Ascension St. Vincent, and Parkview Health are among the employers with the longest-standing nurse manager pipelines in the state. The most in-demand specialties right now are med-surg leadership, ICU oversight, and behavioral health unit management. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles70
Top employerAscension
Top cityIndianapolis, IN
Cities hiring32
Work type73% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Nurse Manager
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Nurse Manager
Wellstone Regional Hospital
Jeffersonville, Indiana
Program Management
Project Management
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
$87k - $131k/yr
On-Site
CPR Certification

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Registered Nurse Case Manager
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Registered Nurse Case Manager
Bristol Hospice
New Albany, Indiana
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Human Resources
$87k - $94k/yr
CPR Certification
1,001-5,000

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Nursing Manager (Registered Nurse)
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Nursing Manager (Registered Nurse)
Dungarvin
Bloomington, Indiana
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
Managed Registered Nurses (RNs)
5,001-10,000

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Nursing Manager (Registered Nurse)
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Nursing Manager (Registered Nurse)
Dungarvin
Seymour, Indiana
Account Management
Customer Success
Partnerships & Business Development
On-Site
Managed Registered Nurses (RNs)
5,001-10,000

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Nurse Quality Manager
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Nurse Quality Manager
Ascension
Carmel, Indiana
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$100k.85 - $135k.91/yr
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Nurse Manager Jobs by City in Indiana

Where Indiana roles are concentrated, by current openings.

New Albany
5 jobs
Carmel
4 jobs
South Bend
4 jobs
Gary
3 jobs
Columbus
3 jobs
Fort Wayne
3 jobs
Jeffersonville
3 jobs
Muncie
2 jobs

Nurse Manager Job Market in Indiana

A snapshot from current Indiana openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Ascension9 open roles
Fresenius Medical Care4 open roles
Bristol Hospice3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Education

What Indiana Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in nurse manager jobs across Indiana.

  • Active registered nurse license issued or recognized by the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing required, with Master of Science in Nursing preferred
  • Minimum of three to five years of clinical nursing experience in an acute care setting
  • Prior charge nurse, assistant nurse manager, or supervisory nursing experience
  • Current BLS certification, with ACLS required for critical care or emergency unit roles
  • Demonstrated ability to manage staffing, scheduling, and unit-level budget oversight

Nurse Manager Jobs in Indiana: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a nurse manager in Indiana?

You become a nurse manager in Indiana by first holding an active RN license issued through the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency, which requires passing the NCLEX-RN. Most Indiana employers require a BSN at minimum and prefer a MSN for management roles. From there, the typical path runs through charge nurse or assistant nurse manager positions, where you build the supervisory and staffing experience Indiana health systems expect before stepping into a full nurse manager role.

Which companies hire nurse managers in Indiana?

Employers hiring nurse managers in Indiana right now include Ascension, Fresenius Medical Care, and Bristol Hospice, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Indiana's largest health systems tend to post nurse manager openings continuously across multiple service lines, so checking regularly gives you the best shot at finding a unit that matches your clinical background.

Which Indiana cities have the most nurse manager jobs?

The cities with the most nurse manager openings in Indiana are Indianapolis, New Albany, and Carmel. Indianapolis generates the largest share of postings because it is home to Indiana's biggest integrated health systems, while Fort Wayne and Evansville anchor significant regional medical centers that serve large catchment areas and carry consistent unit-level leadership demand.

Are there remote nurse manager jobs in Indiana?

Yes, but they're rare. Nurse manager roles are primarily hands-on positions requiring direct oversight of clinical staff and unit operations, which limits remote work options by nature. About 27% of nurse manager openings tied to Indiana are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and the portions most likely to allow off-site work are administrative tasks like scheduling, reporting, and policy review rather than full remote arrangements.

How can I get hired as a nurse manager in Indiana with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is moving into a charge nurse or assistant nurse manager role first, which is how most Indiana health systems develop their manager pipeline. Indiana University Health and Ascension St. Vincent both run nurse leadership development and residency-style programs aimed at RNs who want to transition into management. Completing your BSN, gaining ACLS certification, and building demonstrated experience in staffing or precepting within a med-surg or specialty unit will put you in the strongest position when those bridge roles open.

Where can I find and apply to nurse manager jobs in Indiana?

You can find and apply to nurse manager jobs in Indiana on Migrate Mate, which lists current Indiana openings updated regularly. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your unit experience and licensure, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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