Nurse Manager- UH MICU

The Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University is seeking a Nurse Manager for UH MICU at University Hospital in Columbus to lead patient care operations, build strong teams, and ensure 24‑hour readiness aligned with the Medical Center’s mission.

The ideal candidate holds a BSN and Ohio RN license, with at least 3 years of RN clinical experience and 2 years in management; a master's degree is preferred and certification in nursing administration or related field must be achieved within eligibility timelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing required; Master's preferred.
• Current Ohio RN license.
• Minimum of three years RN clinical experience and two years management in relevant care setting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee patient care operations 24 hours a day for designated area.
• Plan and develop short-, mid-, and long-term goals to improve unit operations.
• Lead, coach, and evaluate staff performance in the unit.
• Develop, administer and manage the unit budget; identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Collaborate with related departments to improve patient care and outcomes.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Budget management

Staff development

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Master's degree in Nursing or related field

Job description

Job Title

Nurse Manager- UH MICU

Department

Health System Shared Services | Health System Nursing Administration

Responsibilities

The Nurse Manager oversees plans, organizes, manages and evaluates patient care operations for designated area(s) on a 24‑hour basis as needed; plans and develops strategic short, mid‑ and long‑term goals and processes to enhance and improve the operations of the unit to support the Medical Center’s mission, vision and values; evaluates and identifies achievements and problems in meeting goals; manages, guides, coaches, and evaluates the work performance of patient care staff in a designated area; promotes and ensures ongoing collaboration with other patient care departments and areas that relate directly or indirectly to patient care operations and services; develops, administers and manages unit budget plans; identifies, plans and initiates cost saving initiatives; participates in development of evidence‑based standards of practice; identifies opportunities for improvement in patient care and organizational processes; assumes leadership in identifying and correcting factors contributing to problematic outcomes.

Minimum Education Required

Bachelor's Level Degree

Required Qualifications

• Baccalaureate degree in nursing required, Master’s degree in Nursing or related field is preferred.
• Current Ohio RN license.
• Minimum of three years RN clinical experience and two years management experience in relevant care setting required.
• Holds a current certification in nursing administration or area of clinical expertise; or certification must be achieved within the timeline of eligibility.
• Prior leadership and management experience required.

Additional Information

30 BEDS - 10 South MICU

Our dynamic MICU’s serve as sister units co‑located on the same floor, including pulmonology intensivists, critical care attendings, and specially trained nurses, providing unparalleled care. Our patient population spans multisystem organ failure, pre‑solid organ transplant, and post‑cardiac arrest care, providing a high‑acuity environment with meaningful opportunities for growth and skill development. You’ll receive robust onboarding and hands‑on training to manage complex therapies such as MTP and CRRT.

Location: University Hospital (0870)

Position Type: Regular

Scheduled Hours: 40

Shift: First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post‑offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.