RN Nurse Manager, Inpatient General Surgery Unit

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

Lead with Purpose. Inspire Excellence. Transform Patient Care.

At Saint Mary's Hospital , a member of Trinity Health Of New England , we are committed to providing exceptional, compassionate care to the communities we serve. We are seeking an experienced and engaging Nurse Manager to lead our Inpatient General Surgery Unit and foster a culture of excellence, accountability, professional development, and patient-centered care.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a dynamic nursing leader who is passionate about staff engagement, quality outcomes, operational excellence, and building high-performing teams. The Nurse Manager will play a key role in advancing nursing practice, supporting colleague growth, strengthening interdisciplinary partnerships, and delivering exceptional surgical patient care.

Position Summary

The Nurse Manager is accountable for the leadership, management, and advancement of clinical operations within the Inpatient General Surgery Unit. This leader will oversee daily operations, staff development, quality and patient safety initiatives, resource management, and regulatory compliance while ensuring the delivery of safe, efficient, and compassionate patient care.

The successful candidate will inspire and empower nursing staff, lead through change, promote evidence-based practice, and create an environment where colleagues feel valued, supported, and engaged.

What You'll Do

Lead daily operations of the General Surgery Unit

Foster a positive, high-performing team culture

Drive quality, safety, and patient experience initiatives

Manage staffing, performance, recruitment, and development

Support professional growth and accountability across the unit

What We're Looking For

We're seeking an experienced nurse leader who can build an engaged, high-performing team while driving quality, accountability, and exceptional patient outcomes.

The ideal candidate will have:

Experience leading a nursing unit or clinical team

Strong leadership, communication, and coaching skills

A track record of improving quality, safety, and operational performance

Success developing and mentoring staff

The ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines

A commitment to patient-centered care, professional growth, and continuous improvement

Experience leading teams through change and transformation

Minimum Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing

Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Connecticut or eligibility to obtain

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required

Previous nursing leadership or management experience required

Preferred Qualifications

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or related healthcare leadership degree

Progressive leadership experience in an acute care hospital setting

Experience in surgical services, medical-surgical nursing, or inpatient surgical care

Why Join Saint Mary's Hospital?

Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits

Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development

Collaborative and supportive leadership team

Mission-driven organization focused on compassionate care

Commitment to nursing excellence, quality outcomes, and patient safety

Be part of a nationally recognized health system dedicated to serving the community

/Facility Information

Saint Mary’s Hospital is a Catholic, not-for-profit, acute care, community teaching hospital that has served Greater Waterbury since 1909. Licensed for 347 beds, Saint Mary’s is designated as a Level II Trauma Center, offers award-winning cardiac and stroke care. We house the region’s only pediatric emergency care unit and was the first to introduce the daVinci® Robotic Surgery System.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.