Job Description

Overview

Lead a 33-bed Inpatient Rehabilitation unit within a large, high-acuity hospital setting. This Nurse Manager role is responsible for driving clinical excellence, staff engagement, and operational performance in a collaborative, patient-centered rehab environment.

This position offers strong leadership visibility, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the opportunity to impact patient recovery outcomes across complex rehab populations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the inpatient rehabilitation unit, ensuring safe and effective patient care

• Supervise, mentor, and develop nursing staff, including hiring, scheduling, and performance management

• Maintain 24-hour accountability for unit operations, quality, and patient outcomes

• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care

• Manage staffing, productivity, and resource allocation to support operational efficiency

• Participate in financial planning, budgeting, and cost management for the unit

• Lead performance improvement initiatives and support regulatory compliance

• Serve as a liaison for physician relations and patient experience initiatives

• Conduct staff education, meetings, and ongoing professional development

• Ensure adherence to clinical standards, policies, and evidence-based practices

Qualifications

Required

• Active RN license in Texas or compact license

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing or related field

• 3–5 years of clinical experience in inpatient rehabilitation

• 3–5 years of leadership or management experience

• BLS certification (AHA or ARC)

• ACLS within 12 months of hire

Preferred

• CRRN certification (required within 3 years of hire)

• Experience with Functional Independence Measure (FIM) scoring and UDS-PRO credentialing

• Strong background in interdisciplinary rehab care and outcomes management

Additional Information

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay with annualized earnings up to ~$177K

• Relocation assistance (case by case)

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

• Paid time off and retirement savings plan with employer match

• Tuition assistance and leadership development programs

• Employee stock purchase plan and additional wellness benefits

Ideal For

This role is ideal for a Nurse Manager or experienced RN leader with a background in inpatient rehabilitation who is passionate about improving patient recovery outcomes. Strong fit for leaders who excel in interdisciplinary collaboration, staff development, and operational oversight.

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