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Nursing Manager

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$106K - $159K/yr

Job Type Unclassified Department Correctional Health About the Position As the Nursing Manager, you will work hand in hand with healthcare professionals and staff to provide appropriate, world-class ...

Renders individualized comprehensive nursing care, based on nursing process, to meet the patient's physical, psychological, spiritual, social and educational needs. Manages the staff to meet ...

Renders individualized comprehensive nursing care, based on nursing process, to meet the patient's physical, psychological, spiritual, social and educational needs. Manages the staff to meet ...

Renders individualized comprehensive nursing care, based on nursing process, to meet the patient's physical, psychological, spiritual, social and educational needs. Manages the staff to meet ...

Renders individualized comprehensive nursing care, based on nursing process, to meet the patient's physical, psychological, spiritual, social and educational needs. Manages the staff to meet ...

Renders individualized comprehensive nursing care, based on nursing process, to meet the patient's physical, psychological, spiritual, social and educational needs. Manages the staff to meet ...

Renders individualized comprehensive nursing care, based on nursing process, to meet the patient's physical, psychological, spiritual, social and educational needs. Manages the staff to meet ...

Renders individualized comprehensive nursing care, based on nursing process, to meet the patient's physical, psychological, spiritual, social and educational needs. Manages the staff to meet ...

Renders individualized comprehensive nursing care, based on nursing process, to meet the patient's physical, psychological, spiritual, social and educational needs. Manages the staff to meet ...

Renders individualized comprehensive nursing care, based on nursing process, to meet the patient's physical, psychological, spiritual, social and educational needs. Manages the staff to meet ...

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How much do nursing manager jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for nursing manager in Arizona is $46.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $35.62 and $51.97 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a nursing manager?

A Nursing Manager is a registered nurse who oversees the operations of a nursing unit within a healthcare facility, such as a hospital or clinic. They are responsible for managing nursing staff, ensuring quality patient care, handling administrative duties, and maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations. Nursing Managers also play a key role in budgeting, scheduling, staff training, and implementing policies. Their role bridges clinical practice and administrative leadership, making them essential to the effective functioning of healthcare teams.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a nursing manager?

To excel as a Nursing Manager, you need a solid clinical background, leadership experience, and a nursing degree—often a BSN or MSN—with active RN licensure. Familiarity with healthcare management software, electronic health records (EHRs), and quality assurance systems is typically required. Exceptional communication, conflict resolution, and organizational skills help drive team performance and foster a positive work environment. These competencies are crucial for ensuring high standards of patient care, effective staff management, and regulatory compliance in healthcare facilities.

What are some common challenges nursing managers face when balancing administrative duties with patient care responsibilities?

Nursing Managers often juggle a demanding mix of administrative duties—such as staffing, budgeting, and regulatory compliance—while also supporting direct patient care and staff development. Striking the right balance can be challenging, as urgent operational issues may pull focus from mentoring staff or quality improvement initiatives. Effective Nursing Managers prioritize clear communication, delegate appropriately, and leverage technology to streamline tasks, ensuring both administrative efficiency and high standards of patient care are maintained.

What is the difference between Nursing Manager vs Registered Nurse?

AspectNursing ManagerRegistered Nurse
CredentialsRN license, management training or experienceRN license, nursing degree
Work EnvironmentHealthcare facilities, administrative officesHospitals, clinics, patient care settings
ResponsibilitiesStaff supervision, policy implementation, operational oversightDirect patient care, assessments, treatments
Industry UsageHealthcare organizations, hospitals, clinicsHospitals, outpatient centers, community health

While both roles require RN licensure, Nursing Managers focus on overseeing nursing staff and administrative duties, whereas Registered Nurses primarily provide direct patient care. Nursing Managers typically have additional management training and handle operational responsibilities within healthcare settings.

What does a nursing manager do?

A nursing manager oversees nursing staff, manages patient care quality, and ensures compliance with healthcare regulations. They coordinate schedules, handle staffing, and collaborate with other healthcare professionals to maintain efficient operations in medical facilities.

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The most popular types of Nursing jobs in Arizona are:

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Infographic showing various Nursing Manager job openings in Arizona as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $95,690 per year, or $46 per hour.

Nursing Manager

Maricopa

Phoenix, AZ • On-site

$106K - $159K/yr

Full-time

Medical, PTO

Posted 17 days ago


Job description

Posting Date

08/18/26

Application Deadline

08/31/26

Pay Range

$106,500 - $159,000 annually
Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Job Type

Unclassified

Department

Correctional Health

About the Position

As the Nursing Manager, you will work hand in hand with healthcare professionals and staff to provide appropriate, world-class patient care to patients going through the judicial system. You will be responsible for providing clinical direction, oversight, and guidance for health assessments, clinical interventions, and more. Will you be the one who enables us to deliver exceptional results?

The shift details for this position are 3PM - 11PM.

About Us

It's time for you to utilize and perfect your talents.

Correctional Health Services is an industry-leading healthcare organization for the incarcerated population, providing 24/7 medical, dental, mental health, psychiatric care, and substance abuse treatment (i.e., Medication Assisted Treatment and Opioid Treatment Program). Our department's culture promotes collaboration, continuous training, and flexibility. We challenge our team to spearhead initiatives, break down barriers, and advance their expertise.

Apply now to work with a dynamic group of diverse and talented professionals.

Proud to Offer

  • Work with a greater purpose

  • Tuition reimbursement

  • Exceptional work-life balance

  • Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County

  • Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents

  • Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center,Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families

  • Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave

  • Extensive wellness program, including an incentive

  • Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring an 11.98% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

  • Want to learn more about the County's Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more! Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ

We Require

  • Five years of experience as a Registered Nurse in a hospital or ambulatory care setting

  • Two years of experience serving as a supervisory nurse or in another capacity that involves clinical oversight of other nurses or medical staff

  • A valid, unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse issued by the Arizona State Board of Nursing or issued by another state recognized by the Arizona Board of Nursing as a multi-compact license state

  • A Bachelor's of Nursing or higher may substitute for one year of the nursing experience requirement

We Also Value

  • Nursing experience in a correctional setting

  • Certified Correction Health Professional (CCHP)

Job Contributions

  • Provides direct supervision for 24/7 clinical staff, including approval of timecards, authorization of overtime, scheduling, coaching and counseling, annual performance reviews, performance management plans, performance improvement plans, peer reviews, and progressive discipline

  • Maintains clinic compliance with NCCHC standards; audits and documents compliance with all NCCHC standards on an annual basis

  • In partnership with nursing executive leadership, communicates and drives operational improvement and change management initiatives within the clinic(s)

  • Coaches, mentors, and trains nursing staff to support staff growth and development. Assesses the educational and experience needs of all levels of nursing staff in collaboration with the individual and CHS Education

  • Provides on-site orientation to new staff following new employee orientation, including outlining job requirements and expectations, policies and procedures, and proper use of equipment

  • Responds to clinical emergencies as necessary, provides immediate direction and support to clinical staff

  • Develops productivity and performance standards for the clinic, communicates expectations to nursing staff, and monitors for compliance

  • Develops clinic assignments and duties of nursing staff to ensure that the patient care needs of the clinic are met

  • Provides direct clinical care to patients in accordance with CHS policies and procedures, regulatory guidelines, and community standards of care

  • Develops clinic-specific operating procedures to ensure compliance with CHS policies and procedures and to promote operational effectiveness

  • Reviews nursing documentation and Electronic Health Record (TechCare) queues to ensure that nursing tasks are completed (ID Screening, TB reads, Health Assessments, Facility Moves, Alerts, Sick Call Appointments, HNRs, etc.)

  • Ensures that equipment and supplies necessary for the daily operation of the clinic are available

  • Communicates with nursing staff through regularly scheduled monthly staff meetings, assuring that meeting minutes are posted, distributed, and acknowledged by all staff

  • Assures that all mandatory training and other mandatory requirements, such as annual TST are completed by the staff within target dates

  • Participates in the interviewing, selection, orientation, and training of nursing staff for vacant positions

Working Conditions

  • Ability to work inside a jail and stand, walk, and bend for extended periods of time throughout the shift while accurately handling a high volume of work, communicating with a culturally diverse patient population, and adapting to frequent changes, interruptions, and unscheduled tasks

  • Travel or floating to various clinical locations is required within a 5-mile radius

  • Position also includes day or night shift work, which may include weekends and holidays

  • Must be able to respond to emergencies

  • Must maintain CPR and First Aid certification and get on the floor to perform CPR/chest compressions, push medical equipment, climb stairs, and lift patients on a gurney

  • Must be able to pass a fingerprint background check and maintain MCSO jail access

  • An active and valid BLS, CPR, and First Aid Certifications that meet the AHA curriculum standards, with in-person skills test and hands-on demonstration components is required by the start date

Selection Procedure

  • Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications

  • Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile

  • Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact MHRFeedback@maricopa.gov to initiate the interactive process.

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