Nurse Manager Jobs in Oklahoma
Nurse Manager jobs in Oklahoma are concentrated in hospital systems, long-term care networks, and behavioral health facilities, with steady demand at the charge nurse, unit manager, and director of nursing levels. The largest hiring activity is centered in Oklahoma City, Tulsa, and Lawton, where employers such as INTEGRIS Health, Saint Francis Health System, and OU Health operate major campuses. The most active specialties for nurse managers in Oklahoma right now are medical-surgical, behavioral health, and critical care. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Job Summary:
To provide prescribed nursing care services to the ill, injured, convalescent and disabled persons in the home care setting by following a Plan of Care (POC) according to the patient's needs. This includes comprehensive health and psychological evaluation, monitoring of the condition, health promotion and prevention coordination of services, teaching and training activities and direct nursing care.
Essential Functions:
Must use the ability to transfer scientific knowledge from social, biological and physical sciences in the application of the nursing process.
Responsibilities:
Conduct a physical examination of the patient, including vital signs, physical assessment, mental status, appetite and type of diet, etc. Evaluate the patient, family member(s) and home. Situation to determine what health teaching will be required. Evaluate the patient's environment to determine what health teaching will be required. Evaluate the patient's environment to determine what assistance will be available from family members caring of the patient.
Performs accurate assessments, develops and implements a written Plan of Care with the patients following physician's orders and according to agency guideline; performs and documents nursing interventions including patient education according to the plan of care and adapts these actions as patient needs change.
Must demonstrate knowledge and competency in performing baseline nursing skills as outlines in agency policy and clinical policy; maintains clinical competencies according to hospice care standards; complies with state practice act.
Must be able to provide head to toe nursing assessment and create a summary of the work performed. From a skilled nurse visit, certify patient's homebound status by following Medicare guideline. Indicate the level of supervision required from there on out.
Documents patient status in an accurate and concise manner as required by agency policy; addresses patients' needs and problems, nursing interventions and patient response, safety interventions and education and teaching. Submit clinical notes no later than 48 hours after the visit.
Evaluate the effectiveness of nursing service to the patient and the family on an ongoing basis.
Perform admission, transfer, re-certification, resumption of care and discharge skilled nurse visits for the home care patient.
Assist the agency by performing orders i.e. assessments, wound care, lab draws, IV's, etc.
Administers all medications, treatments according to agency policy, accepted standards of care and home care guidelines.
Communicates effectively with other nurses, patients, families, and physicians; documents patient status, patient needs/problems, nursing interventions/patient response, safety interventions and education/training.
Discuss with the appropriate supervisor the need for the involvement of other members of the hospice team such as the Hospice Aide, the Physical Therapist, the Speech therapist, the Occupational Therapist, the Medical Social Worker, etc.
Demonstrates organization and leadership abilities by effective use of time and personnel through the supervision and teaching; effectively established priorities and delegates responsibilities appropriately when supervising the LPN and HHA.
Maintains a committed and cooperative attitude with staffing, promoting teamwork and harmony by readily assisting other staff and patients; participates in case conferences/team meetings.
Makes visits as scheduled and participates in on-call rotation as required. Must be able to work independently without on-site supervision. In a timely manner submit a tally of patient care visits made each day along with an honest and accurate timesheet.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Conforms to all applicable Agency policies and procedures.
- Performs related duties as assigned or requested.
- Continually strive to improve his/her nursing care by attending in-service education, through formal education, attendance at workshops, conferences, goal setting, active participation in professional and related organization and individual research.
- Assumes accountability for reporting incidents and complaint according to Agency policy.
- Possess adequate knowledge of Medicare and insurance standards to ensure reimbursement for all services rendered.
Necessities:
- Must pass a criminal background check.
- Must pass a drug test.
- Must have the ability to fill out and turn in a time sheet in a timely manner.
- Must have respect and take care of company technology placed in your care.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Advanced written and verbal communication skills.
- Organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to supervise in accordance with agency policies and applicable laws.
- Ability to respond to common inquires or complaints, regulatory agencies or members of the business community.
- Have friendly and cooperative attitude with patients, family and staff.
- Must be able to contribute to the quality of care being rendered through constructive communication with nursing managers and staff.
- Ability to use critical thinking to resolve problems.
Technology/Equipment Operation:
Must be able to interact with a computer to check email, assess training, and look at your schedule.
Must be able to interact with an iPad for onsite charting and documentation.
Instruments and Equipment used on a regular basis:
Thermometer, blood pressure cuff, glucometer, PT/INR machine, PICC line, wound vac, IV skills competency will be evaluated upon hire.
Job Conditions:
Must have a driver's license and be willing to drive to patient's residence within 50-mile radius of the current TruHeart Office (2738 East 51st St, Ste 24❑ Tulsa, OK 74105).
The ability to communicate both verbally and in writing is required as frequent communication by telephone and in writing is involved.
The ability to access a patient's home, which may not be routinely wheelchair accessible, is required. Hearing, eyesight and physical dexterity must be sufficient to perform a physical assessment of the patient's condition and top perform patient care.
Physical activities will include walking, sitting, stooping, and standing and minimal to maximum lifting of patients and the turning of patients.
Environments may be less than ideal when it comes to cleanliness, comfort, or harmony. Be prepared to work in all kinds of surroundings with varying individuals.
Information Management:
Has access to all patient medical records which may be discussed with the supervising nurse. Treats all information and data within the scope of the position with appropriate confidentiality and security regarding patients and business trade practices. Maintains patient rights and dignity through HIPPA compliance.
Age Related Competencies:
Demonstrates the basic knowledge and skills necessary to identify age-specific patient needs and appropriate for this position.
Risk Management:
Cooperates fully in all risk management activities and investigations.
Keep abreast of changes in health care law.
Maintains agency/program compliance with local, state and federal laws as well as state accreditation standards.
Minimum Position Qualifications:
- Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing for RN
- Experience: One or more years in home health agency or in hospital setting
- Training: Competency assessments must be completed
License/Certification: Current Oklahoma RN license, CPR, driver's license & auto insurance
Work Attire: Scrubs
Environmental Conditions:
Moderate noise level; inherent potential for exposure to bloodborne pathogens, moderate stress and emotional demands.
Physical Requirements:
The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not to be constructed as an executive list of responsibilities.
A. Sitting (3-6 hours daily)
B. Standing (Occasionally 3 hours or less daily)
C. Walking (Occasionally 3 hours or less daily)
D. Twisting (Occasionally 3 hours or less daily)
E. Bending (Occasionally 3 hours or less daily)
F. Squatting/Kneeling/Crawling/Climbing (Occasionally 3 hours or less daily)
G. Wrist Deviation (Side to Side) (Occasionally 3 hours or less daily)
H. Hand/ Wrist Repetitions (Up and Down) (Occasionally 3 hours or less daily) 1. Reaching (Occasionally 3 hours or less daily)
J. Grasping: Simple <50 pounds (Occasionally 3 hours or less daily)
K. Pulling (Occasionally 3 hours or less daily)
L. Pushing (Occasionally 3 hours or less daily)
M. Lifts and Carries (Occasionally 3 hours or less daily)
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What Oklahoma Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in nurse manager jobs across Oklahoma.
- Active Registered Nurse license issued or recognized by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree, with a master's degree preferred for larger facilities
- Minimum of three to five years of clinical nursing experience in an acute care or specialty setting
- At least two years of supervisory, charge, or team lead experience in a healthcare environment
- Current Basic Life Support certification, with ACLS often required for critical care units
- Demonstrated experience with nurse staffing, budget oversight, and Joint Commission compliance
Nurse Manager Jobs in Oklahoma: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a nurse manager in Oklahoma?
To become a nurse manager in Oklahoma, you first need an active Registered Nurse license from the Oklahoma Board of Nursing, which requires passing the NCLEX-RN exam. Most Oklahoma employers then look for a BSN and clinical experience before considering candidates for management roles. From there, supervisory experience in a charge nurse or team lead capacity is the standard bridge into management. A master's degree in nursing or healthcare administration strengthens your candidacy at larger health systems.
Which companies hire nurse managers in Oklahoma?
Companies currently hiring nurse managers in Oklahoma include Comfort Keepers, Ascension, and A Path of Care, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Oklahoma's largest health systems, including INTEGRIS Health and Saint Francis Health System, are among the most consistent sources of nurse manager openings in the state.
Which Oklahoma cities have the most nurse manager jobs?
Tulsa, Norman, and Oklahoma City account for the largest share of nurse manager openings in Oklahoma. Oklahoma City drives the most volume as the state capital and home to major health systems including OU Health and INTEGRIS, while Tulsa's concentration of Saint Francis and Hillcrest campuses supports strong and consistent demand, and Lawton's openings are largely anchored by Comanche County Memorial Hospital.
Are there remote nurse manager jobs in Oklahoma?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of nurse manager openings tied to Oklahoma are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting how hands-on the role is by nature. The portions of the role most likely to be performed remotely are administrative tasks such as scheduling, reporting, and compliance documentation rather than direct unit oversight.
How can I get hired as a nurse manager in Oklahoma with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into a charge nurse role first, which is how most Oklahoma health systems, including INTEGRIS Health and OU Health, develop their management pipeline. Applying to nurse residency or new-graduate programs at these systems builds the clinical foundation employers require. From a charge position, lateral moves into assistant nurse manager or unit coordinator roles are common stepping stones. Holding a BSN and pursuing certification through the American Organization for Nursing Leadership gives candidates a measurable edge when competing for their first formal management role in Oklahoma.
Where can I find and apply to nurse manager jobs in Oklahoma?
You can find and apply to nurse manager jobs in Oklahoma on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Search through the roles, find the ones that match your experience and specialty, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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