Nurse Manager Neuroscience ICU and IMCU
Oregon Health & Science University
Nurse Manager Neuroscience ICU and IMCU
Oregon Health & Science University
Health sciences university in Portland, OR
The nurses of the Neurosciences Intensive Care Unit and Neurosciences Intermediate Care Unit provide patient and family centered care to the patient populations of neurosurgery, neuro-medical, and stroke including: subarachnoid hemorrhage, cerebrovascular aneurysms, microvascular decompression, cerebrovascular thrombosis, intraparenchymal hemorrhage, subdural hematoma, tumor resection, myasthenic crisis, aneurysm clipping, coiling, and stents. Our 17-bed Neurosciences Intensive Care Unit is the first in Oregon to provide around-the-clock care with interventional neuroradiology suites (for image-guided, minimally invasive procedures) and patient rooms with advanced monitoring and lifts for early rehabilitation, as well as in-room CT scans when a patient cannot be moved.
Our 12-bed Neurosciences Intermediate Care Unit opened June 16, 2026, near the NSICU, adding a needed level of care and capacity for complex neuroscience patients. This unit provides care for complex neuroscience patients who need more support than a standard acute care unit can provide but do not need ICU-level care. This includes patients who are ready to leave the Neuro PACU or Neurosciences ICU but still need specialized neurologic monitoring and support.
The Nurse Manager is a Registered Nurse (RN) responsible for operational, human resource, quality, and financial leadership for one or more inpatient or ambulatory clinical units or programs. The Nurse Manager ensures the delivery of safe, high-quality, patient- and family-centered care in alignment with organizational priorities and the Professional Practice Model. This role fosters a supportive and professional practice environment, promotes staff engagement and professional development, and partners with interdisciplinary teams to achieve excellence in clinical outcomes, operational efficiency, and patient experience
The Nurse Manager differs from the Assistant Nurse Manager (ANM) in that the Nurse Manager holds primary accountability for operations, staffing, quality, and fiscal management for one or more inpatient or ambulatory units or clinical programs. The Nurse Manager operates with independent decision-making authority appropriate to the size, complexity, and scope of the assigned area(s), which may range from a single unit to multiple units or programs.
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.
• 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 2 years of hire
• Master’s degree in nursing or related field (e.g., MBA with healthcare concentration, MHA, MPH) preferred.
This position also comes with great benefits! Some highlights include:
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.
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Health sciences university in Portland, OR
Oregon Health & Science University is a public academic health university in Portland, Oregon. It provides degree education, research, and clinical care through schools of medicine, nursing, dentistry, public health, and graduate studies.
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