Nursing Manager at Maricopa County

Posting Date12/15/25Application Deadline12/21/25Pay Range$105,500 - $155,000 annuallySalary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is not eligible for overtime compensation.Job TypeUnclassifiedDepartmentCorrectional HealthAbout the PositionAs 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 that enables us to deliver exceptional results?Please note the anticipated schedule for this position is Monday through Friday with a swing shift that starts between 5:00PM and 6:30PM.About UsIt'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 OfferOpportunities for growth and development within Maricopa CountyWork with a wide array of tools and technologiesExceptional work-life balanceLow-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependentsChild care benefits, including access to our on-site center, Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusivelyPaid vacation, sick time, and parental leaveExtensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discountsEmployee discounts for goods and servicesMaricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1Learn more atWork With Us | Maricopa County, AZ We RequireFive years of experience as a Registered Nurse in a hospital or ambulatory care settingTwo years of experience serving as a supervisory nurse or in another capacity that involves clinical oversight of other nurses or medical staffA 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 stateA Bachelor of Nursing or higher may substitute for one year of the nursing experience requirementWe Also ValueNursing experience in a correctional settingCertified Correctional Health Professional (CCHP)Job ContributionsProvides 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 disciplineMaintains clinic compliance with NCCHC standards; audits and documents compliance with all NCCHC standards on an annual basisIn 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 EducationProvides on-site orientation to new staff following new employee orientation, including outlining job requirements and expectations, policies and procedures, and proper use of equipmentResponds to clinical emergencies as necessary, provides immediate direction and support to clinical staffDevelops productivity and performance standards for the clinic, communicates expectations to nursing staff, and monitor for complianceDevelops clinic assignments and duties of nursing staff to ensure that the patient care needs of the clinic are metProvides direct clinical care to patients in accordance with CHS policies and procedures, regulatory guidelines, and community standards of careDevelops clinic-specific operating procedures to ensure compliance with CHS policies and procedures and to promote operational effectivenessReviews 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 availableCommunicates with nursing staff through regularly scheduled monthly staff meetings, assuring that meeting minutes are posted, distributed, and acknowledged by all staffAssures that all mandatory training and other mandatory requirements, such as annual TST are completed by the staff within target datesParticipates in the interviewing, selection, orientation, and training of nursing staff for vacant positionsWorking ConditionsPosition includes day or night shift work, which may include weekends and holidaysAbility to work inside a jail and stand, walk, and bend for extended periods of time throughout the shiftAbility to travel or float to various clinical locations within a 5-mile radiusAbility to handle a high volume of work, communicate with a culturally diverse patient population, and adapt to frequent changes, interruptions, and unscheduled tasksAbility to respond to emergenciesMust maintain CPR certification 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 that may weigh up to 35 poundsMust be able to pass a fingerprint background check and maintain MCSO jail accessSelection ProcedureOnly the most qualified candidates will be consideredConsideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applicationsCandidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profileMust 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-sensitiveMaricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.Apply Now!