Nursing Operations Manager IP-Medical Unit-Orlando Health Lakeland Highlands Hospital, Lakeland, FL

Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital

Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital a state-of-the-art, seven-story, multi-specialty hospital will serve as a vital 550,000 square-foot healthcare hub offering: 300+ inpatient beds and 69 emergency and observation beds 11 operating rooms and four cardiac interventional suites Dedicated labor and delivery services including a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) that will debut shortly after the hospital opens Comprehensive cardiovascular, neurology, and oncology services Advanced surgical procedures

Join us in shaping the future of healthcare in Polk County as part of the Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital opening team and share in the privilege of saying you were there from the very beginning.

Benefits Beyond the Expected Orlando Health is committed to providing you with benefits that go beyond the expected, with career-growing FREE education programs and well-being services to support you and your family through every stage of life. We begin your benefits on day one and offer flexibility wherever possible, so that you can be present for your passions. "Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work" is not just something we say, it's our promise to you.

Benefits that begin on Day 1 Four (4) weeks paid parental leave Debt-free degrees through our Preferred Education Program Tuition reimbursement and loan repayment programs Back-up childcare and elder care Fertility benefits and adoption assistance NCLEX reimbursement Free NCPDs for RN license Free Kaplan review courses Dedicated RN career counselor and GN Coordinators to develop you Specialty certifications reimbursement And more!

Position Summary

Provides leadership & operational oversight for an inpatient direct care unit or units. Accountable for achievement of department and hospital goals in concert with other hospital and medical staff leadership.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in Medical-Surgical Nursing and/or Progressive Care Unit (PCU) settings. At least 3 years of previous leadership experience in an acute care environment. Nurse Manager Certification highly preferred.

Position Details

Shift: Full-time, M-F, Days

Additional Position Responsibilities

Provide operational and clinical leadership for the medical floor, including oversight of Med Surg overflow patients. Cross-cover medical surgical service lines as needed. Support quality, patient safety, staffing, throughput, and employee engagement initiatives. Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and exceptional patient care.

Qualifications

Graduate of an approved school of nursing with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required. Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) with Graduate degree in Business or health-related field preferred. 2 Years as a registered nurse in an acute care setting. Required and 1 Year leadership experience. Required Current licensure as a registered nurse in the State of Florida or Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC). Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. May require one or more of the following certifications based on the assigned patient population: * Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) * Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) * Neonatal Advanced Life Support (NALS) * Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC) National leadership board certification through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or American Organization for Nursing Leadership (AONL) within 2 years.