Inpatient Manager - Medical Surgical | Sign-On Bonus: $20,000

Position: Inpatient Manager – Medical Surgical Unit (MSU)
Location: Grand Junction, CO
Hourly Pay: $53.00 – $60.95 (based on experience)
Sign-On Bonus: Up to $20,000 + Relocation assistance available
Full-Time (Exempt) | Leadership On-Call Rotation | Immediate Start

Key Responsibilities

• Provide daily leadership and operational oversight of the Medical Surgical Unit
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, regulatory standards, and quality benchmarks
• Supervise, mentor, and develop nursing staff
• Manage staffing, scheduling, and workforce planning
• Partner with leadership and HR on recruitment, onboarding, and retention
• Conduct performance evaluations and implement improvement plans
• Oversee staff education, training, and competency programs
• Assist with budget planning and cost control initiatives
• Maintain readiness for Joint Commission and CMS audits
• Participate in leadership on-call rotation
• Support bedside care as needed
• Monitor and improve nurse-sensitive quality indicators
• Collaborate across departments and manage float pool resources

Qualifications

• BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing) – Required
• MSN (Master of Science in Nursing) – Preferred
• Active, unrestricted RN license (Colorado)
• 3–5 years of leadership experience in Med-Surg or similar setting
• BLS & ACLS – Required prior to hire
• PALS & TNCC/TCAR – Required within 6 months
• CCRN, PCCN, or equivalent – Preferred
• NE-BC certification – Required within 3 years

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance & Education Programs
• Wellness Programs
• Free Parking
• Performance & Recognition Incentives