ICU/IMCU Nurse Manager — Clinical Leadership & Quality

Swedish Hospital; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium pay for eligible employees

Tuition reimbursement

Parking discounts

Wellness program

Job summary

Endeavor Health in Chicago, IL is seeking a Clinical Nurse Manager for ICU/IMCU to lead nursing staff and ensure high-quality patient care. The role includes oversight of RNs, LPNs, and CNAs, staff scheduling, and performance evaluations in a dynamic hospital environment.

The position requires an Illinois RN license, a BSN, 5+ years in nursing with 3+ in leadership, BLS, and NIHSS certification. Expect day shifts with potential for weekend/nights based on department needs.

Qualifications

• RN licensure in Illinois is required.
• BSN required; MSN or MHA preferred.
• 5+ years of clinical nursing with at least 3 years in a supervisor/leadership role.
• BLS certification (American Heart Association) required.
• NIHSS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership to nursing staff and ensure adherence to protocols, safety standards, and quality of care.
• Supervise and mentor RNs, LPNs, and CNAs; coordinate staffing and evaluations.
• Ensure compassionate, patient-centered care and address patient/family needs promptly.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives, audits, and compliance efforts to improve patient outcomes.
• Manage unit resources, including staffing and budgets, and control costs within the unit.
• Facilitate ongoing education and training for nursing staff; stay current with healthcare developments.
• Oversee accurate documentation of patient assessments and care plans in EHR; ensure regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with physicians, case managers, and ancillary services to optimize patient care.

Skills

RN leadership

Team collaboration

Education

BSN (required)

MSN or MHA preferred

Job description

Endeavor Health in Chicago, IL is seeking a Clinical Nurse Manager for ICU/IMCU to lead nursing staff and ensure high-quality patient care. The role includes oversight of RNs, LPNs, and CNAs, staff scheduling, and performance evaluations in a dynamic hospital environment.

The position requires an Illinois RN license, a BSN, 5+ years in nursing with 3+ in leadership, BLS, and NIHSS certification. Expect day shifts with potential for weekend/nights based on department needs.