Nurse Manager - Liver Transplant Program

Department Overview

The Liver Transplant Program Manager is responsible for clinical, fiscal, human resource and quality outcomes for the Liver Transplant Program. This includes actively managing all clinical operations including evaluation of a potential recipient or living donor, management of all patients on the waitlist, and the education and management of recipients and living donors post-transplant. Working closely with Medical & Surgical Directors and Clinical Transplant Services Director, the manager will develop standards of care to ensure high quality, cost effective delivery of care and spearhead innovative projects for program improvements.

The manager understands and ensures regulatory requirements are met for UNOS, CMS, and DNV.

Function/Duties of Position

The manager will be responsible for hiring, onboarding and maintaining staff. The manager will be responsible for assessing workflows to optimize productivity and satisfaction. The manager works with staff on a clearly defined and communicated vision and engages individuals and groups to achieve that vision. The manager identifies and develops organizational talent and embraces continuous learning of self and others.

Additionally the manager will respond to all patient satisfaction concerns and evaluate means for programmatic improvement. This includes responsibility for the program development, management and overall day-to-day business operations associated with the clinical operations for the Liver Transplant Service.

The manager collaborates with a multidisciplinary team, in conjunction with the Clinical Transplant Services Director, PAS Supervisor, transplant quality specialist and physician partners, to advance quality strategies, ensure a positive professional work environment, facilitate timeliness of services, and enhance patient and staff satisfaction. The manager oversees all aspects of the provision of clinical services including the maintenance of safety and technical/clinical performance, human resources, quality, standards of care, practice guidelines, service delivery and patient and customer satisfaction.

This position is responsible for financial accountability and working collaboratively with the Director to monitor the operating budget.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES1. Strategic & Program Planning — The Nurse Manager develops and executes short and long-term goals aligned with organizational, division, and nursing priorities. This includes establishing measurable objectives, monitoring performance outcomes, and adjusting plans based on data, results, and stakeholder feedback. The Nurse Manager engages staff in shared governance and continuous improvement initiatives to advance clinical practice and operational efficiency.

2. Operational Leadership — The Nurse Manager provides leadership for daily operations across assigned inpatient or ambulatory units, ensuring effective patient care delivery, patient flow, and workflow coordination. The role maintains visibility with staff, fosters open communication, promotes collaboration, and models accountability. The Nurse Manager also leads initiatives to enhance efficiency, integration, and overall patient experience.

3. Financial & Resource Management — The Nurse Manager develops, monitors, and manages operating budgets while tracking productivity, overtime, and resource utilization. The role implements cost-effective strategies while maintaining high standards of patient care and partners with leadership to plan for staffing, capital, and other resource needs to ensure the operational sustainability of the units or programs.

4. Human Resources & Staff Development — The Nurse Manager recruits, hires, evaluates, and develops staff while fostering engagement, recognition, and accountability. The role provides coaching and mentoring to emerging leaders, such as Assistant Nurse Managers or charge nurses, and supports succession planning. The Nurse Manager ensures compliance with labor agreements, organizational policies, and professional practice standards, promoting a positive and professional work environment.

5. Quality, Safety & Performance Improvement — The Nurse Manager develops, implements, and evaluates quality, safety, and performance improvement initiatives appropriate to the scope of assigned units or programs. The role uses data and evidence-based practices to identify opportunities for improvement, mitigate risk, and drive high-quality patient outcomes. The Nurse Manager fosters a culture of safety, equity, and continuous learning, promoting excellence in care delivery.

6. Professional Practice & Collaboration — The Nurse Manager models ethical and evidence-based nursing practice consistent with the ANA Code of Ethics, Nurse Practice Act, and organizational values. The role engages in interdisciplinary collaboration to advance clinical care, operational effectiveness, and patient outcomes. The Nurse Manager represents units and programs in organizational initiatives and supports the development of a professional, inclusive practice environment that values diversity and promotes staff engagement.es.  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.• Two (2) years of clinical nursing experience in a related specialty AND• One (1) year of recent relevant leadership experience (e.g., charge nurse, preceptor, supervisor, or equivalent).• Demonstrated ability to manage complex operations in a large, matrixed healthcare environment.• Unencumbered Oregon RN license required.• BLS for healthcare providers required.• Professional certification in nursing leadership (e.g., NE-BC, CNML) required within 2years of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in nursing or related field (e.g., MBA with healthcare concentration, MHA, MPH) preferred. 

Additional Details

This position also comes with great benefits! Some highlights include:

• Comprehensive health care plans that cover 100% for a full-time employee and 88% for dependents for .75 FTE and higher.
• $50K of term life insurance provided at no cost to the employee
• Two separate above market pension plans to choose from
• Paid time off- 208 hours per year (full-time), prorated for part-time
• Extended illness bank- 64 hours per year, prorated for part-time
• 9 paid holidays per year
• Three weeks of paid parental leave
• Adoption assistance program (up to 5k)
• Substantial Tri-met and C-Tran discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Innovative Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Why apply to OHSU?

We are Oregon's only public academic health center. In addition to caring for patients, we lead groundbreaking research. We also train the next generation of health care professionals. As Portland's largest employer, we give you opportunities to learn and advance in a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and Southwest Washington. All are welcome. OHSU welcomes people of all ages, ethnicities, genders, national origins, religions and sexual orientations. We are striving to build an anti-racist, multicultural institution and encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply. To request reasonable accommodation, contact [email protected]