Nursing Supervisor Jobs
Nursing Supervisor jobs are open across hospitals, long-term care facilities, home health agencies, and outpatient clinics, at every level from charge nurse to director of nursing, with specializations in med-surg, critical care, and behavioral health. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Supervises and coordinates all day to day activities relating to nursing care throughout the hospital. Demonstrates ability in leadership and basic management/supervisory skills. Superior assessment and judgment skills essential. Excellent clinical skills required with critical care experience preferred.
Entity
Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Regular
Cost Center
CC003768 COL - Nursing Supervisor (NMC)
Pay Rate Type
Hourly
Pay Grade
Health-29
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Work Shift
Job Description
Entity/Organization: MUHA (Medical University Hospital Authority/Medical Center)
Hours per week: 36-40
Scheduled Work Hours/Shift: 12-hr shifts, some weekends
Fair Labor Standards Act Status: Hourly
Minimum Training and Education: A minimum of 6 years progressive work experience and 1 year management or supervisory experience. Supervisory experience may be obtained through coursework in supervision/management or actual work experience.
Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations: Current SC RN license in good standing required. BLS & ACLS certification required.
Physical Requirements: Ability to perform job functions while standing. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while sitting. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while walking. (Continuous) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outside in temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work from elevated areas. (Frequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Continuous) Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Frequent) Ability to perform “pinching” operations. (Frequent) Ability to perform gross motor activities with fingers and hands. (Continuous) Ability to perform firm grasping with fingers and hands. (Continuous) Ability to perform fine manipulation with fingers and hands. (Continuous) Ability to reach overhead. (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to use lower extremities for balance and coordination. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift/lower objects 50 lbs. from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift from 36" to overhead 25 lbs. (Infrequent) Ability to exert up to 50 lbs. of force. (Frequent) Examples include: To transfer a 100 lb. patient that can not assist in the transfer requires 50 lbs. of force. For every 100 additional pounds, assistance will be required from another healthcare worker. 20 lbs. of force is needed to push a 400 lb. patient in a wheelchair on carpet. 25 lbs. of force is required to push a stretcher with a patient with one hand. Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand or at a distance. (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations. (Continuous) Ability to work rotating shifts. (Frequent) Ability to work overtime as required. (Frequent) Ability to work in a latex safe environment. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) (Selected Positions) Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous) (Selected Positions) *Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required. (Continuous) (Selected Positions)
If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!
The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.
Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees
Job Description Summary
Supervises and coordinates all day to day activities relating to nursing care throughout the hospital. Demonstrates ability in leadership and basic management/supervisory skills. Superior assessment and judgment skills essential. Excellent clinical skills required with critical care experience preferred.
Entity
Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Regular
Cost Center
CC003768 COL - Nursing Supervisor (NMC)
Pay Rate Type
Hourly
Pay Grade
Health-29
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Work Shift
Job Description
Entity/Organization: MUHA (Medical University Hospital Authority/Medical Center)
Hours per week: 36-40
Scheduled Work Hours/Shift: 12-hr shifts, some weekends
Fair Labor Standards Act Status: Hourly
Minimum Training and Education: A minimum of 6 years progressive work experience and 1 year management or supervisory experience. Supervisory experience may be obtained through coursework in supervision/management or actual work experience.
Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations: Current SC RN license in good standing required. BLS & ACLS certification required.
Physical Requirements: Ability to perform job functions while standing. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while sitting. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while walking. (Continuous) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outside in temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work from elevated areas. (Frequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Continuous) Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Frequent) Ability to perform “pinching” operations. (Frequent) Ability to perform gross motor activities with fingers and hands. (Continuous) Ability to perform firm grasping with fingers and hands. (Continuous) Ability to perform fine manipulation with fingers and hands. (Continuous) Ability to reach overhead. (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to use lower extremities for balance and coordination. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift/lower objects 50 lbs. from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift from 36" to overhead 25 lbs. (Infrequent) Ability to exert up to 50 lbs. of force. (Frequent) Examples include: To transfer a 100 lb. patient that can not assist in the transfer requires 50 lbs. of force. For every 100 additional pounds, assistance will be required from another healthcare worker. 20 lbs. of force is needed to push a 400 lb. patient in a wheelchair on carpet. 25 lbs. of force is required to push a stretcher with a patient with one hand. Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand or at a distance. (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations. (Continuous) Ability to work rotating shifts. (Frequent) Ability to work overtime as required. (Frequent) Ability to work in a latex safe environment. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) (Selected Positions) Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous) (Selected Positions) *Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required. (Continuous) (Selected Positions)
If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!
The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.
Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees
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Find Nursing Supervisor JobsNursing Supervisor Job Market
A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Center For Autism and Related Disorders109
- PruittHealth50
- Atrium Health49
- Trinity Health49
- Kindred Hospitals33
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services1,340
- Education105
- Non-Profit & Social Services49
- Insurance42
- Consulting & Professional Services24
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in nursing supervisor jobs.
- Active registered nurse (RN) license in the state of hire
- Minimum two to five years of clinical nursing experience in a relevant care setting
- Prior charge nurse or supervisory experience in an acute or post-acute environment
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or enrollment in a BSN completion program
- Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications
- Proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) systems such as Epic or Cerner
Tips for Your Nursing Supervisor Job Search
Tailor your resume to unit type
Hiring managers scan for the specific care setting first. If you're targeting a long-term care supervisor role, lead with your SNF experience and staff-to-resident ratios managed. A med-surg background buried under general clinical duties won't land interviews in skilled nursing.
Quantify your staffing responsibilities clearly
Nursing supervisor resumes that list the number of direct reports, shifts managed per week, and floors overseen move faster through screening. Hiring teams need to know the scope you've handled, not just that you 'led a team of nurses.'
Filter openings by licensure requirement first
Many nursing supervisor postings specify RN licensure in the state of hire as a hard requirement. Before applying, confirm your license is active in that state or that a compact license covers it. Applying without this match wastes time on both sides.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists nursing supervisor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a staffing scenario for interviews
Interviewers almost always ask how you've handled a short-staffed shift or a last-minute call-out. Walk in with a specific example ready: the shift, what you did to cover it, and the outcome. Vague answers here hurt candidates who are otherwise qualified.
Negotiate start dates around credential verification
Hospitals typically run background checks and primary-source license verification before your first shift, which can add one to three weeks to onboarding. When you receive an offer, ask HR about the verification timeline so your negotiated start date is realistic and doesn't create a gap.
Nursing Supervisor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most nursing supervisors?
The companies hiring the most nursing supervisors right now include Center For Autism and Related Disorders, PruittHealth, and Atrium Health, with the largest share of openings in California, New York, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Health systems and large regional hospital networks consistently drive the highest volume of postings for this role.
How many nursing supervisor jobs are remote?
About 3% of nursing supervisor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, which is lower than most healthcare roles given the hands-on nature of the work. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements are utilization review, case management oversight, and telehealth supervision, where direct bedside presence is not required.
How do you become a nursing supervisor?
You start by earning your RN license and building several years of clinical experience in a care setting relevant to the role you want. From there, most nurses move into charge nurse positions to gain scheduling and team oversight experience. A BSN strengthens your candidacy, and some employers require it for supervisory roles. Certifications in your specialty, such as CMSRN for med-surg or CCRN for critical care, also signal readiness for leadership.
Can you get a nursing supervisor job with limited supervisory experience?
Yes, particularly in long-term care and home health settings, which often promote charge nurses or senior staff RNs into supervisor roles when they demonstrate reliability and clinical competence. Highlighting any informal leadership you've done, such as precepting new nurses, leading huddles, or covering as charge, strengthens an application even without a formal supervisor title on your resume.
What does the nursing supervisor interview process look like?
Most employers run a phone screen with a recruiter first, followed by a panel interview with the director of nursing and a charge nurse or department manager. Behavioral questions about staffing conflicts, policy enforcement, and adverse patient events are standard. Some facilities add a unit walk-through or a brief skills assessment. The full process typically moves from first contact to offer within two to four weeks.
Where can I find and apply to nursing supervisor jobs?
You can find and apply to nursing supervisor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience, setting, and location, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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