Nurse Manager - Progressive Care Unit

St. Charles Health System Inc.; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 147,638 - 228,841; Full time

Job summary

St. Charles Health System Inc. in Bend, Oregon, seeks a Nurse Manager for the Progressive Care Unit to lead daily operations, staffing, and patient care delivery.

This leadership role reports to the Director of Critical Care and oversees budget, quality initiatives, and interdepartmental collaboration; BLS and Oregon RN licensure required. Relocation bonus available; in-state or out-of-state considered. The position requires strong communication, teamwork, analytical problem-solving, and a

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• BSN or Master’s degree in a related field (preferred).
• Current licensure with the Oregon State Board of Nursing.
• AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers certification.
• Minimum of 4 years nursing experience, with at least 2 years in progressively responsible management roles.
• Experience in a specialty nursing area (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Oversee the operations of the assigned department to ensure smooth, efficient 24/7 patient care and resource availability.
• Collaborate with staff and other departments to facilitate high-quality patient care.
• Ensure adequate departmental staffing through data review and maintenance of master schedules.
• Act as a liaison to other hospital departments and outside entities; manage resource needs and equipment supplies.
• Oversee staffing and scheduling, including master schedule control, ETO & LOA approval, and light duty scheduling.
• Serve as a real-time resource, providing clinical expertise and problem-solving support to staff.
• Maintain communication with staff, leadership, and patients to address needs.
• Engage medical staff for input on department operations and key decisions.
• Communicate effectively, both written and oral, and maintain professional relationships across the organization.
• Model St. Charles Health System values in meetings, rounds, and daily interactions.
• Coordinate quality initiatives and process improvements, aligning with system metrics and quality goals.
• Track quality and financial indicators, including length of stay, with case manager support.
• Facilitate department meetings and shared governance/leadership efforts.
• Develop and monitor budgets, ensuring operational targets are met.
• Manage productivity oversight and review to achieve standards.
• Develop and implement annual unit plans, including goals with the director and supervisor.
• Control position staffing, adding or removing roles as needed for budgeting and human resources.
• Hire, coach, and evaluate direct reports to build a high‑performance team.
• Ensure compliance with Human Resources processes, safety requirements, and regulatory directives.
• Oversee customer service delivery, promoting timely, efficient care.
• Assist with quality, safety, and regulatory compliance, including EMS operations.
• Create a healing environment that respects all aspects of patient and caregiver care.
• Oversee staff documentation for compliance with hospital policies and regulatory agencies.
• Support leadership development of staff and the organization’s vision, mission, and values.
• Collaborate with teams to review processes and implement improvement opportunities using Value Improvement Practice concepts.
• Maintain a safe environment for caregivers, patients, and guests.
• Conduct all activities with professionalism, confidentiality, and ethical conduct, reporting violations and supporting investigations as required.
• Perform additional duties of similar complexity as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Multitasking

Analytical thinking

Education

Oregon RN licensure

Driver's license (Oregon)

AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers

Tools

EMR proficiency

MS Office

Job description

Job Title

Nurse Manager – Progressive Care Unit

Position Summary

This role supports the Progressive Care Unit and Vascular Access Team. The position reports to the Director of Critical Care Services and is eligible for an in‑state or out‑of‑state relocation bonus. Annual salary range: $147,638–$228,841.

Essential Functions and Duties

• Oversee the operations of the assigned department to ensure smooth, efficient 24/7 patient care and resource availability.
• Collaborate with staff and other departments to facilitate high‑quality patient care.
• Ensure adequate departmental staffing through data review and maintenance of master schedules.
• Act as the liaison to other hospital departments and outside entities; manage resource needs and equipment supplies.
• Oversee staffing and scheduling, including master schedule control, ETO & LOA approval, and light duty scheduling.
• Serve as a real‑time resource, providing clinical expertise and problem‑solving support to staff.
• Maintain communication with staff, leadership, and patients to address needs.
• Engage medical staff for input on department operations and key decisions.
• Communicate effectively, both written and oral, and maintain professional relationships across the organization.
• Model St. Charles Health System values in meetings, rounds, and daily interactions.
• Coordinate quality initiatives and process improvements, aligning with system metrics and quality goals.
• Track quality and financial indicators, including length of stay, with case manager support.
• Facilitate department meetings and shared governance/leadership efforts.
• Develop and monitor budgets, ensuring operational targets are met.
• Manage productivity oversight and review to achieve standards.
• Develop and implement annual unit plans, including goals with the director and supervisor.
• Control position staffing, adding or removing roles as needed for budgeting and human resources.
• Hire, coach, and evaluate direct reports to build a high‑performance team.
• Ensure compliance with Human Resources processes, safety requirements, and regulatory directives.
• Oversee customer service delivery, promoting timely, efficient care.
• Assist with quality, safety, and regulatory compliance, including EMS operations.
• Create a healing environment that respects all aspects of patient and caregiver care.
• Oversee staff documentation for compliance with hospital policies and regulatory agencies.
• Support leadership development of staff and the organization’s vision, mission, and values.
• Collaborate with teams to review processes and implement improvement opportunities using Value Improvement Practice concepts.
• Maintain a safe environment for caregivers, patients, and guests.
• Conduct all activities with professionalism, confidentiality, and ethical conduct, reporting violations and supporting investigations as required.
• Perform additional duties of similar complexity as assigned.

Education

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• BSN or Master’s degree in a related field (preferred).

Licensure and Certification

• Current licensure with the Oregon State Board of Nursing.
• Valid Oregon driver’s license; meets St. Charles Health System driving requirements.
• AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider certification.

Experience

• Minimum of 4 years nursing experience, with at least 2 years in progressively responsible management roles.
• Experience in a specialty nursing area (preferred).

Personal Protective Equipment

Must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment required for job safety.

Additional Position Information

• Excellent communication skills with diverse populations.
• Strong teamwork, collaboration, and consensus‑building abilities.
• Independent multitasking and detail orientation.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.
• Proficiency in electronic medical records and MS Office.
• Ability to travel for business functions, trainings, and meetings.

Physical Requirements

• Continually (≥75%): Clear audible speaking voice; ability to hear normal speech level.
• Frequently (≈50%): Sitting; keyboard operation.
• Occasionally (≈25%): Standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, climbing stairs, reaching overhead, lifting 1–10lb, grasping, operating a motor vehicle, hearing whispered speech.
• Never (0%): Climbing ladder/step‑stool; lifting 11–50lb.
• Exposure to chemical solutions and wet/slippery areas occasionally.
• No exposure to heat, cold, noise, dust, vibration, or uneven surfaces.
• Blood‑Borne Pathogen exposure category: Risk.

Schedule

Weekly hours: 40. Caregiver type: Regular. Shift: Variable (United States of America). Exempt position: Yes.