Apheresis Nurse Manager

OHSU; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 105,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

OHSU is seeking a Nurse Manager to provide operational, staffing, quality, and financial leadership for clinical units. You will ensure safe, high-quality, patient- and family-centered care in line with organizational priorities and practice models.

The role emphasizes staff engagement, professional development, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to drive excellence in outcomes and patient experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.
• Two years of clinical nursing experience in a related specialty and
• One year of recent leadership experience (e.g., charge nurse or supervisor).
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex operations in a large healthcare setting.
• Unencumbered Oregon RN license required.
• BLS for Healthcare Providers required.
• Professional certification in nursing leadership within 2 years of hire.

Responsibilities

• Strategic and program planning aligned with nursing priorities and governance.
• Operational leadership for daily care delivery, patient flow, and staffing.
• Financial and resource management, budgeting and productivity tracking.
• Human resources and staff development, coaching, and succession planning.
• Quality, safety, and performance improvement initiatives and data use.
• Interdisciplinary collaboration to enhance clinical care and outcomes.

Skills

Leadership experience

Nursing licensure

Critical thinking

Communication

Budget and staffing

Education

BSN

Job description

Department Overview

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 orprograms. 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 engagementand professional development, and partners with interdisciplinary teams to achieve excellence inclinical outcomes, operational efficiency, and patient experience.

Function/Duties of Position

The Nurse Manager differs from the Assistant Nurse Manager (ANM) in that the Nurse Managerholds primary accountability for operations, staffing, quality, and fiscal management for one ormore inpatient or ambulatory units or clinical programs. The Nurse Manager operates withindependent decision-making authority appropriate to the size, complexity, and scope of theassigned area(s), which may range from a single unit to multiple units or programs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. 1. Strategic & Program Planning — The Nurse Manager develops and executes short and long-term goals aligned with organizational, division, and nursing priorities. Thisincludes establishing measurable objectives, monitoring performance outcomes, andadjusting plans based on data, results, and stakeholder feedback. The Nurse Managerengages staff in shared governance and continuous improvement initiatives to advanceclinical practice and operational efficiency.
2. 2. Operational Leadership — The Nurse Manager provides leadership for daily operationsacross assigned inpatient or ambulatory units, ensuring effective patient care delivery,patient flow, and workflow coordination. The role maintains visibility with staff, fostersopen communication, promotes collaboration, and models accountability. The NurseManager also leads initiatives to enhance efficiency, integration, and overall patientexperience.
3. 3. Financial & Resource Management — The Nurse Manager develops, monitors, andmanages operating budgets while tracking productivity, overtime, and resourceutilization. The role implements cost-effective strategies while maintaining highstandards of patient care and partners with leadership to plan for staffing, capital, andother resource needs to ensure the operational sustainability of the units or programs.
4. 4. Human Resources & Staff Development — The Nurse Manager recruits, hires,evaluates, and develops staff while fostering engagement, recognition, andaccountability. The role provides coaching and mentoring to emerging leaders, such asAssistant Nurse Managers or charge nurses, and supports succession planning. The NurseManager ensures compliance with labor agreements, organizational policies, andprofessional practice standards, promoting a positive and professional work environment.
5. 5. Quality, Safety & Performance Improvement — The Nurse Manager develops,implements, and evaluates quality, safety, and performance improvement initiativesappropriate 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. 6. Professional Practice & Collaboration — The Nurse Manager models ethical andevidence-based nursing practice consistent with the ANA Code of Ethics, Nurse PracticeAct, and organizational values. The role engages in interdisciplinary collaboration toadvance clinical care, operational effectiveness, and patient outcomes. The NurseManager represents units and programs in organizational initiatives and supports thedevelopment of a professional, inclusive practice environment that values diversity andpromotes staff engagement

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 2 years of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

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

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 [e-mail]