MICU Unit Director RN - Care & Ops Leader

Rush University Medical Center; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 79,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Rush University Medical Center is seeking a Unit Director RN for the MICU, located in Chicago. This full-time role oversees clinical and business functions, sets direction, and builds systems to assure exemplary patient care aligned with Rush values.

The position requires a graduate degree, Illinois RN licensure, and progressive leadership experience; national certification is preferred. The Unit Director leads quality initiatives and staff development across the 24/7 unit.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree and nursing credentialing required.
• Active Illinois RN license and national certification preferred.
• Progressive leadership experience in healthcare settings.
• Ability to lead complex units and supervise staff 24/7.
• Strong analytical, communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as clinical and business manager for the MICU unit.
• Lead quality initiatives and evidence-based practice efforts.
• Develop strategies to improve patient and staff outcomes.
• Coordinate staffing, education and performance feedback.

Skills

Leadership experience

Analytical ability

Problem solving

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Graduate degree

Nursing baccalaureate degree or higher

Illinois RN licensure

National certification

Tools

Electronic health records

Clinical information systems

Job description

Rush University Medical Center is seeking a Unit Director RN for the MICU, located in Chicago. This full-time role oversees clinical and business functions, sets direction, and builds systems to assure exemplary patient care aligned with Rush values.

The position requires a graduate degree, Illinois RN licensure, and progressive leadership experience; national certification is preferred. The Unit Director leads quality initiatives and staff development across the 24/7 unit.