Nursing Manager

The HealthCare Initiative; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

The HealthCare Initiative is seeking an experienced ED Manager to lead a busy Emergency Department at a growing Critical Access Hospital. You will supervise 40 FTEs, mentor a nursing team, and collaborate with nursing and executive leadership to drive quality patient care and operational excellence.

This role emphasizes process improvement, staff engagement, and program development in a rural healthcare setting. Competitive compensation and relocation assistance are available.

Qualifications

• RN license required and BSN preferred or in progress.
• 3+ years of hospital nursing experience.
• 3+ years in supervisory or management roles.
• ED experience preferred; ICU/CCU experience welcomed.
• Critical Access Hospital or rural healthcare experience strongly preferred.
• TNCC certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the clinical and operational oversight of the Emergency Department.
• Mentor and support a high-performing nursing team.
• Oversee staffing, budgeting, and departmental operations.
• Ensure quality, regulatory compliance, and patient safety.
• Partner with physicians and leadership to enhance patient care and department performance.

Skills

RN license

Hospital nursing

Supervisory experience

ED experience (preferred)

ICU/CCU experience (welcomed)

CAH/rural healthcare experience (pref)

TNCC certification (preferred)

Education

BSN or equivalent with BSN in progress

Job description

A growing Critical Access Hospital is seeking an experienced ED Manager to lead a collaborative nursing team and oversee the daily operations of a busy Emergency Department. This role offers the opportunity to partner closely with nursing and executive leadership while driving quality patient care, operational excellence, and staff engagement.

Position Highlights

• Lead a busy, expanding Emergency Department
• Oversee 40 FTEs, including ED nursing staff, technicians, and House Supervisors
• Partner closely with nursing and executive leadership
• Play a key role in process improvement and future program development
• Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and relocation assistance available

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the clinical and operational oversight of the Emergency Department
• Mentor and support a high-performing nursing team
• Oversee staffing, budgeting, and departmental operations
• Ensure quality, regulatory compliance, and patient safety
• Partner with physicians and leadership to enhance patient care and department performance

Qualifications

• BSN, or an equivalent combination of education and experience with a BSN currently in progress
• Current Registered Nurse license
• 3+ years of recent hospital nursing experience
• 3+ years of supervisory or management experience
• Emergency Department experience preferred
• ICU/Critical Care experience welcomed
• Critical Access Hospital or rural healthcare experience strongly preferred
• TNCC certification preferred

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a collaborative, relationship-focused leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, leads teams through change, and is passionate about delivering exceptional patient care in a rural healthcare setting.

Location

Enjoy the best of the Pacific Northwest, where scenic landscapes, outdoor recreation, and a close-knit community offer an exceptional quality of life. From hiking and fishing to nearby coastal adventures, it's an ideal place to build both your career and your life.