Nurse Manager Jobs in Ohio

Nurse manager jobs in Ohio are in strong demand, concentrated in hospital systems, long-term care networks, and large outpatient and ambulatory care centers, with openings at every level from assistant nurse manager through senior director of nursing. The heaviest hiring is in Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati, where major health systems like OhioHealth, Cleveland Clinic, and UC Health maintain deep leadership pipelines across dozens of facilities. The most consistently posted specialties are medical-surgical units, behavioral health, and perioperative services. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles156+
Top employerAffinity Health Management
Top cityColumbus, OH
Cities hiring77
Work type80% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Arrow Senior Living
Wellness Nurse Manager Flexible $32-$39 (PRN)
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Arrow Senior Living
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Wellness Nurse Manager Flexible $32-$39 (PRN)
Arrow Senior Living
Kent, Ohio
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$32 - $39/hr
51-200

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CenterWell
Care Manager, Telephonic Nurse
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CenterWell
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Care Manager, Telephonic Nurse
CenterWell
Ohio
Creative & Design
Product Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$71k - $98k/yr
Remote (US)
Managed care
1,001-5,000

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Ohio's Hospice
Registered Nurse (RN) Care Manager – Hospice
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Ohio's Hospice
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Registered Nurse (RN) Care Manager – Hospice
Ohio's Hospice
Newark, Ohio
Creative & Design
Product Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
CPR Certification
1,001-5,000

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Alternate Solutions Health Network
Registered Nurse (RN) Case Manager
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Alternate Solutions Health Network
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Registered Nurse (RN) Case Manager
Alternate Solutions Health Network
Akron, Ohio
Business Development
Growth Marketing
Marketing
1,001-5,000

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Elara Caring
Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager
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Elara Caring
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Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager
Elara Caring
Akron, Ohio
Business Strategy
Corporate Development & M&A
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Nursing Diploma
10,000+

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Nurse Manager Jobs by City in Ohio

Where Ohio roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Cincinnati
12 jobs
Akron
11 jobs
Dayton
6 jobs
Marietta
4 jobs
Chillicothe
4 jobs
Parma
3 jobs
Mansfield
3 jobs

Nurse Manager Job Market in Ohio

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

Who's Hiring

  • Affinity Health Management
    Affinity Health Management13
  • Alternate Solutions Health Network
    Alternate Solutions Health Network9
  • The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
    The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center8
  • OhioHealth
    OhioHealth7
  • Premier Health
    Premier Health7

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Ohio Employers Look For

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

  • Active registered nurse license in good standing with the Ohio Board of Nursing
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing required, master's degree preferred for senior roles
  • Minimum two to five years of clinical experience in the relevant service line
  • Prior charge nurse or supervisory experience demonstrating staff leadership and scheduling
  • Proficiency with electronic health record systems, commonly Epic or Cerner
  • Current BLS certification and ACLS certification for acute care settings

Nurse Manager Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a nurse manager in Ohio?

To become a nurse manager in Ohio, you must hold an active RN license issued or endorsed by the Ohio Board of Nursing, which requires passing the NCLEX-RN. Most Ohio employers expect a Bachelor of Science in Nursing for manager-level roles and a master's degree for senior positions. Candidates typically build the required leadership experience by working as charge nurses or in relief supervisory roles before moving into a formal nurse manager title.

Which companies hire nurse managers in Ohio?

Employers hiring nurse managers in Ohio right now include Affinity Health Management, Alternate Solutions Health Network, and The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Ohio's concentration of large integrated health systems means nurse manager openings tend to be posted by regional anchors with multiple campuses rather than stand-alone facilities.

Which Ohio cities have the most nurse manager jobs?

Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati account for the most nurse manager openings in Ohio. Columbus leads because OhioHealth and Nationwide Children's Hospital anchor a dense cluster of facilities, while Cleveland's strength reflects the Cleveland Clinic and University Hospitals systems, and Cincinnati's volume is driven by UC Health and TriHealth across both urban and suburban campuses.

Are there remote nurse manager jobs in Ohio?

Yes, but they're rare. Nurse manager roles are inherently on-site because they require direct oversight of clinical staff and patient care environments. About 20% of nurse manager openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions are almost exclusively in utilization management, case management leadership, or telehealth program oversight rather than traditional unit management.

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

The most realistic path is securing a charge nurse or assistant nurse manager role first, which Ohio health systems like OhioHealth and Cleveland Clinic commonly post as stepping-stone positions. Many large Ohio systems also offer nurse leadership development programs for RNs who show supervisory potential. Earning a BSN if you hold an ADN and obtaining a certification such as the Nurse Executive credential strengthens candidacy significantly when applying to Ohio hospitals looking to develop internal talent.

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

You can find and apply to nurse manager jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings across hospital systems, long-term care organizations, and outpatient networks. Find roles that fit your experience and specialty and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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