RN Clinical Manager, PICU

Cincinnati Children's Office of Academic Affairs and Career Development; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 103,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Cincinnati Children’s is seeking a Nurse Clinical Manager for the PICU at the Burnet Campus. This role provides clinical leadership and oversight of day-to-day patient care operations, guiding nursing practice and patient outcomes.

You will supervise approximately 30–40 staff, coordinate night shifts, and ensure staffing coverage during four 10-hour shifts with weekend call rotation. The position emphasizes staff development and adherence to safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of Registered Nurse clinical experience.
• Strong pediatric critical care background; PICU experience preferred.
• Demonstrated informal or emerging leadership experience (e.g., charge nurse, precepting, or project team participation).

Responsibilities

• Provide programmatic leadership of the clinical component and oversee day-to-day patient care operations.
• Coordinate staffing and scheduling, address staffing challenges, and support night operations.
• Mentor and develop direct reports; ensure staff competence through training.
• Ensure quality and safety; maintain compliance with regulatory standards.
• Lead projects and improve workflows within the department.

Skills

Leadership

Staff coordination

Pediatric critical care

Project participation

Education

BSN

Job description

• Expected Starting Pay Range $103,292.80 - $134,492.80
• Starting pay is based on experience, skills, and equity; exceptions may apply for highly qualified candidates. Additional pay (e.g., shift, on‑call, or weekend differentials) and benefits may apply. Annual pay may vary based on FTE status.

• Expected Starting Pay Range $103,292.80 - $134,492.80
• Starting pay is based on experience, skills, and equity; exceptions may apply for highly qualified candidates. Additional pay (e.g., shift, on‑call, or weekend differentials) and benefits may apply. Annual pay may vary based on FTE status.

Primary Location

Burnet Campus

Department

PICU

Shift

Night (United States of America)

Schedule

Full time

Weekly Hours

40

FTE

1

Employee Status

Regular

Description Of Role

The Registered Nurse Clinical Manager is responsible for providing clinical leadership and oversight for day-to-day patient care operations. This role supports staffing coordination and scheduling, addresses operational staffing challenges, participates in department and organizational projects, and provides clinical support during night operations. The Clinical Manager directly supervises approximately 30–40 staff members and is accountable for performance management, coaching, and maintaining high standards of patient care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required
• Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of Registered Nurse clinical experience
• Strong pediatric critical care background; Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) experience preferred
• Demonstrated informal or emerging leadership experience, such as charge nurse responsibilities, precepting, or project team participation

Schedule

• Position is scheduled for straight night shifts
• Four (4) 10‑hour shifts per week, with scheduled hours of either 5:00 PM – 3:00 AM or 7:00 PM – 5:00 AM
• Weekend call rotation required approximately every 5–6 weeks

Job Responsibilities

• Leadership - The Clinical Manager will provide programmatic leadership of the clinical component in their assigned areas to ensure quality patient care outcomes. The Manager in collaboration with Clinical Director will develop and implement goals, standards, policies, educational programs, procedures and practices in alignment with the strategic plan. Situations that affect daily operations will be monitored and appropriate actions taken. The Clinical Manager will participate in the development, coaching, and evaluation of department personnel. Mentor and provide learning and development opportunities for direct reports. The Clinical Manager will establish workforce communication and approaches that will represent our Core Values and cultural competence. Staff competence will be ensured through appropriate training and practice oversight. Demonstrates consistent integration of the Interprofessional Practice Model (IPM) in all aspects of practice. The Clinical Manager will ensure that shared governance and shared decision making are integrated with leadership practices. Demonstrate skill with interpersonal communication along with presentations, written materials and through group facilitation. Holds self and other accountable for mutual professional expectations and outcomes.
• Compliance - Managers will maintain knowledge of regulatory requirements and accreditation standards. Consistently assure quality and adherence to standards by utilizing auditing and quality assurance approaches. Managers will follow the guidance of their Directors in the development and implementation of corrective action plans. Partner with department leaders of Center for Professional Excellence (CPE) and Accreditation Services to improve staff performance, compliance and documentation. Assure all reporting staff have required competence, education and their clinical performance represents standards of compliance. Enhance relationships to promote interdisciplinary involvement and knowledge of compliance standards, status, and actions. Managers facilitate the knowledge and actions of their employees with appropriate policies and standards of performance.
• Operations - Serve as a point of contact and resource for the daily operations. Research and resolve operational questions and problems as they arise. Serve as a resource to staff in the resolution of complex issues and concerns. Provide oversight and guidance in the day to day patient staffing. Evaluate and adjust resource allocation based on patient needs and system factors. Establish and maintain procedures for orientation of new employees. Assure integration of annual operational goals into daily practice. Address problem trends, develop, plan and implement solutions to improve processes and work flow for both individuals and systems for which teams work. Provide oversight and evaluation of clinical practices, patient outcomes and all practices associated with safety and quality patient care. The Clinical Manager will be competent to support patient care delivery for their area as needed.
• Project Management - Provide leadership for the overall direction, coordination, implementation, and completion of specific projects. Assure alignment of developing projects with organizational priorities and strategic plan. Develop project plans resource allocation, and timeline. Manage the day-to-day operational aspects of a project and scope. May direct assigned project team ensuring effective utilization of resources. Reports on progress of the project to all stakeholders. Provides detailed organizational communication plans when clinical operations are impacted. Integrate principles of inclusion throughout projects and daily operations.
• Financial Management - Engage with the day to operations that impact productivity. Conduct analysis, partner with others in decisions around resource allocation and recognize the impact of decisions on productivity. In collaboration with director; develop, implement and evaluate the department's annual operating and capital budget to achieve the organizational and departmental objectives. Analyze and monitor financial performance and assist in the reporting of financial results. Evaluate variances, determine underlying causes, and establish proposed solutions.

Provides clinical practice leadership for the operation of specified patient services departments dedicated to the care of infants, children and adolescents. Provide direct support and oversight of clinical practice, coordination of patient care delivery, coaching and development of staff, and manage the work environment.

Job Qualifications

• BSN
• 3+ years of work experience in Nursing
• Active RN License in Ohio

About Us

At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.

Cincinnati Children's Is

• Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as atop 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years
• Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH)Funding
• Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025)
• One of the nation'sAmerica’s Most Innovative Companiesas noted by Fortune
• Consistently certified as great place to work
• A Leading Disability Employeras noted by theNational Organization on Disability
• Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by theAmerican Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)

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Equal Opportunity Statement

Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability